eHeadlines, Dec. 15, 2025

Reminders: 
Canopy Realtor® Association Annual Dues Payment Must be Received by Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026. Online payments can be made through your RAMCO Dashboard.

2026 Q1 Canopy MLS Fees and Supra Key Fees (if applicable) are due Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026. Online payments can be made through your RAMCO Dashboard.

Local Industry and Community Leaders Honored at the 2025 Canopy Holiday Awards and Annual Meeting

The Association’s annual Holiday Awards Luncheon and Meeting brought members together to honor exceptional real estate professionals and community leaders. The event also highlighted the impact of our charitable work, as Canopy Housing Foundation announced the funds raised through this year’s Strides for Shelter 5K and recognized the area college teams who competed in the Innovation Awards, an annual scholarship competition designed to inspire creative, adaptive-reuse solutions to address affordable housing challenges. View photos from this year's Holiday Awards Luncheon and Meeting.

Read more about Canopy’s Realtor® of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Rising Star, 2025 Humanitarian, Strides 5K announcement, and Innovation scholarship recipients.  

Realtor® Membership Provides Access to Three Levels of Benefits

26 Reasons How Your Membership Benefits You and Your Business
As you prepare for 2026, Canopy has provided 26 reasons demonstrating how your annual Realtor® membership dues are invested directly into enhancing your professional development and education, along with resources, legal guidance, and technical assistance to conduct your business and advocacy efforts to protect the real estate industry and consumers. 26 Reasons for 2026 Membership (PDF)

Payment is due Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026. Online payments can be made through your RAMCO Dashboard.

Looking to Support a Great Cause While Making a Tax-Deductible Donation for 2025?

Through your support, the Canopy Housing Foundation provided over $100,000 in vital community and Habitat grants to organizations in Mecklenburg, Haywood, and Iredell counties in 2025.  The Foundation appreciates your donations, which make this impact possible. 

Donate today to ensure we can continue supporting our communities in 2026.

Elevate Your Game to Win! 2-Day Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification Course With CREI

Strengthen your ability to negotiate with confidence and advocate for your clients with the Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification, the first and only negotiating credential recognized by the National Association of Realtors®.

In this dynamic two-day course, master negotiator Robert Morris teaches you real-world skills to navigate complex negotiations, manage competing objectives, and turn challenging interactions into successful outcomes. Whether you’re representing buyers, sellers, or investors, Robert helps you approach every transaction strategically and with confidence.
 
What You’ll Learn:
  • How to improve your negotiation skills and strategies
  • How to recognize and manage behind-the-scenes issues that can derail a deal
  • Ways to adapt to different personalities and communication styles
  • How to identify competing objectives and guide clients toward informed decisions
 Earn your RENE and stand out as a skilled negotiator who gets results! Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business and enhance the service you provide your clients.
 
Register today and SAVE BIG! Early bird pricing of $149 for Canopy members extended through COB Mon., Dec. 15!   

Wed., Dec. 16 and Thurs., Dec. 17 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Both days)
Register: Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification (Virtual via Zoom)

You’ve Built Your Business, Now it’s Time to Help Shape the Industry Behind it.

Exceptional organizations don’t happen by accident; they’re built by committed leaders who understand the work, the people, and the stakes. Canopy’s Leadership Academy prepares experienced Realtors® to be those leaders, through hands-on learning, deep industry insight, and powerful connections with peers across firms. With more than 268 graduates since 1999, nearly half serving on committees, and many moving on to board leadership, this is where the future of our Association is shaped. If you’re ready to influence decisions, elevate your profession, and strengthen the systems that support your business, your next step is here. Learn more about the Leadership Academy. Check out The Leadership Academy Through the Years.
 
Lead the industry you love. Apply for the Leadership Academy by Fri., Feb. 6, 2026

Thank You, RPAC Donors! 

As we celebrate the holiday season, it’s a great time to remember how RPAC helps protect homeownership and support thriving communities across North Carolina. Your involvement is a meaningful way to give back and help ensure a strong future for our industry in the year ahead. Learn more about RPAC. Thank you for being an important part of that impact!

2026 Q1 Canopy MLS fees and Supra Key fees (if applicable) are due Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026.

Please NOTE: If payment is not received by the due date, your MLS access will be deactivated, and a late/reconnect fee will be assessed. Late/reconnect fees will not be waived.
Online payments can be made through your RAMCO Dashboard.
 
Plan ahead and follow the quarterly billing chart below to avoid any interruptions in service or a late/reconnect fee.

Canopy Realtor® Association & Canopy MLS Membership Numbers

As of Mon., Dec. 15, 2025