Introducing the 2026 Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Committees, Charges & Updated Committee Handbook

Longleaf Pine REALTORS® is proud to announce the officially approved 2026 Committees, Committee Chairs, Committee Members, and updated Committee Handbook, as adopted by the Board of Directors on December 4, 2025. These committees play an essential role in advancing our mission of supporting REALTORS®, strengthening our communities, and elevating professionalism across our region. Our committees—ranging […]

Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Welcomes Michael “Mike” Berk, RCE, as Chief Executive Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Welcomes Michael “Mike” Berk, RCE, as Chief Executive Officer FAYETTEVILLE, NC — November 19, 2025 — The Board of Directors of Longleaf Pine REALTORS®, Inc. proudly announces the appointment of Michael “Mike” Berk, RCE, as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Berk brings more than three decades of […]

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It’s 2026 Membership Renewal Season — Don’t Wait.

Your 2026 membership renewal is NOW OPEN, and completing it ensures uninterrupted access to every tool you rely on in January. Here’s what your membership makes possible: What you need to know: Renew now: Member PortalGot questions? Check our Renewal FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Can I pay in installments?No, full payment is due by January […]

Local Market Snapshot: Fall 2025 in the Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Region

What REALTORS® Are Seeing Across Our Communities This Season As the fall season settles into the Longleaf Pine REALTORS® region, our housing market is showing a mix of cooling activity, rising inventory, and steady prices—creating a dynamic environment for both buyers and sellers. With mortgage rates just beginning to soften nationwide, and local demand adjusting […]

LPR Fall Luncheon Recap 2025: Celebrating Leadership, Community, and the Heart of Our Association

The Longleaf Pine REALTORS® community gathered on November 20 at the Crown Complex for one of our most meaningful traditions of the year — the LPR Fall Luncheon. This annual event honors the people, progress, and shared purpose that continue to strengthen our association and the members we’re proud to serve. More than a luncheon, […]

Congratulations to the 2025 Leadership Academy Graduates!

Celebrating the 2025 Leadership Academy graduates for their dedication, growth, and commitment to leadership in real estate.

IMPORTANT!!! Fuquay-Varina is Asking the State of North Carolina for 6.17 Gallons of Water a day from the Cape Fear River Basin – Public Hearing December 4

Information below from Jami McLaughlin (Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce) What is happening? The Town of Fuquay-Varina is seeking approval for an Interbasin Transfer (IBT) Certificate from the State of North Carolina.   Why is Fuquay-Varina making this request? As background, Fuquay-Varina currently depends on purchasing water from neighboring systems, but those supplies are expected to fall […]

Permits & Development Portal Class

Overview The meeting covered the Fayetteville Development Center’s new E Development portal, which allows users to search for permits, request public records, and track project statuses. Key features include project search functions, document uploads, and site plan tutorials. The portal, launched in 2022, provides access to records dating back to 2015, with a record retention […]

We Read the 393-Page Federal Appropriations Bill So You Don’t Have To!

All information is pulled from the Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026 A federal appropriations bill is a proposed law that authorizes the U.S. government to spend money from the Treasury for specific purposes, such as funding federal agencies or programs. What you should know as a […]