Thanksgiving Holiday Closure: Canopy Realtor® Association, Canopy Real Estate Institute, The Realtor® Store, Canopy Housing Foundation, and Canopy MLS, including MLS Support will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 27 and Fri., Nov. 28.
Discover 26 Reasons to Renew Your Canopy Realtor® Association Membership Your Realtor® membership provides access to three levels of benefits.Annual dues have been posted to your account. Payment is due Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026. Online payments can be made through your RAMCO Dashboard.
Special Message from Anne Marie DeCatsye, Esq., CEO
Register by Dec. 1 for Canopy’s Merry Holiday Awards Luncheon & Annual Meeting
Note New Location! The Revelry North End, 701 Keswick Ave #110, Charlotte, NC 28206
'Tis the Season to Bring a Toy and Experience the Joy of Our Industry on Fri., Dec. 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This year’s toy drive will benefit Block Love Charlotte.
Come celebrate the Realtor® of the Year, the Rookie of the Year, the 2025 Humanitarian, and other industry award recipients!
Realtor® Hot Topic on Dec. 2: Why should I be a Realtor®? What does NAR do for me?
Attendance is limited to Canopy Realtor® Association primary and secondary members only.
As you prepare to pay your 2026 Realtor® Association dues, you may be asking yourself the following questions: Why should I be a Realtor®? What does NAR do for me? If you're unsure of the answer, don’t miss the upcoming VIRTUAL Realtor® Hot Topic session on Tues., Dec. 2, from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Joe Harris, Vice President of Government Advocacy with NAR, will break down the key advocacy wins of 2025 and explain how they directly impact you and your business.
Proposed Short Term Rental (STR) Regulations in Waynesville Defeated
The town of Waynesville was considering an ordinance that would have imposed a number of additional restrictions and regulations on Short Term Rentals (STRs), making it more difficult for property owners to rent their properties on a short-term basis.
Area Advocacy Manager for Haywood County, Matt Allen, worked with local REALTORS® to advocate for the proposal not to move out of the planning board stage and on to the town council for a vote. On Nov. 17, six members of the planning board voted against moving the proposal forward. Importantly, consideration of the ordinance was not tabled, meaning it is now effectively “dead.” This is a major win for private property rights, REALTORS®, and the real estate community.
RPAC funds candidates who support state legislation, local ordinances, and policies that promote homeownership, attainable housing, and positive economic growth for our region. Your participation directly supports NC REALTORS® PAC’s efforts to advocate for policies that benefit the real estate industry and homeowners across North Carolina.
Innovation Award: Choose the student team you believe should win this year’s $1,000 Realtors® Choice Award.
On Nov. 10, four teams representing Central Piedmont Community College, Haywood Community College, Johnson C. Smith University and UNC Charlotte, were challenged to identify approaches in solving affordable housing problems through the concept of adaptive re-use. Each student team received assistance from mentors, and each presented the team’s concept in front of a panel of industry experts.
The annual Holiday Auction benefitting the Canopy Housing Foundation kicks off on Fri., Nov. 28at 8:00 a.m. To register and bid on items, visit BidForCanopy.com, where you will find trips, vacation stays, gift cards, jewelry and accessories, art, home décor, electronics, toys, and even Realtor® tools. This auction is open to the public and will conclude on Fri., Dec. 12at 9:00 p.m.
All proceeds will support the community grants and programs of the Canopy Housing Foundation. Get ready to bid on your favorite items, and thank you in advance for your support!
Elevate the Essential Skill That Drives Real Estate Success on Dec. 10!
Strong communication isn’t just a professional skill, it’s the foundation of every successful real estate transaction. Not only is miscommunication one of the most common causes of client frustration, complaints, and poor decision-making, it’s one of the top 10 complaints filed at the NC Real Estate Commission.
Canopy Real Estate Institute is offering the powerful half-day course, Strategic Communication: Powerful Coaching Skills for Agents, to help give you the tools to communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Jo Mangum, master communications coach, teaches you how to:
Transform complex real estate concepts into information clients can easily understand.
Listen deeply to improve trust and reduce confusion and ask better questions that uncover motivation, concerns, wants, and needs.
Structure conversations that support clear, confident client decision-making and help minimize potential complaints.
Jo brings her proven coaching communication techniques to Canopy students, helping you better support clients, reduce misunderstandings and complaints, and elevate your professionalism.
Register today and strengthen the skill every successful agent must master and earn 4 hours of NC elective credit. Don’t forget to use code “CE10” at checkout to receive $10 off!
The Coming Buyer Wave: Why 2026 Demands Transparency You Haven’t Built Yet
This high-energy session is designed exclusively for Canopy MLS subscribers and will explore what’s ahead in the 2026 market, and how agents can prepare by leading with transparency and trust. Read more about this webinar.
Tristan Ahumada, Real Estate Coach & Chaos Whisperer, and guest speaker Christian Dwiggins, Rayse CEO, will co-host a webinar.
Understanding Canopy MLS Service Fees: Same Due Date, New Billing Schedule
Allow ample time for you to pay your quarterly MLS and Supra Key Fees (if applicable), Canopy has moved the billing invoice posting date back 15 days. The 2026 Q1 MLS and Supra Key Fee was invoiced on November 15, 2025, with the same due date of January 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.
Take advantage of our AutoPay draft option by signing up under Payment Information on your RAMCO Dashboard.
Plan ahead and follow the quarterly billing chart below to avoid any interruption in service or a late/reconnection fee.
Canopy Realtor® Association & Canopy MLS Membership Numbers
