Separate registration required
Sponsored by: The CE Shop
Convention registration is not required to participate.
Welcome Bags sponsored by: 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty
Lanyards sponsored by: RCASENC
The Executive Committee is a committee of the NC REALTORS® Board of Directors, and may, with a few important exceptions, act on behalf of the Board of Directors. Except for responsibilities specifically given to the Board of Directors or may otherwise be provided by law, the Executive Committee has authority to act for the Board of Directors and reports any and all matters executed by the Committee at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
Convention registration required to attend.
Sponsored by: Cotality
The Social Hub is the place to grab your friends, take conference photos and connect between sessions. Want to organize a group photo or quick meetup during Convention? Let us know! We’ll help coordinate a time for your group to gather in the Social Hub and make it easy to connect, catch up, and get the perfect group shot. Sign up
For just $5 per entry, you can select from 30+ amazing prizes! The more you enter, the better your chances to win, all while supporting NC REALTORS® PAC and protecting the future of real estate in North Carolina. View the raffle flyer. Entries accepted until 10/10/26 at midnight. Click here to enter and start winning!
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
Connect with industry vendors showcasing products and services designed to support your everyday business needs.
11:45 AM – 1:30 PM | Lunch Concession available in Expo
Convention registration required to attend.
Convention registration required to attend.
Moderated by: Savanna Reagin, Education Director
Join interactive listening sessions designed to encourage open conversation, idea sharing, and connection with your peers. Discuss timely industry topics, share your experiences, and provide valuable feedback. These conversations offer an opportunity to learn from one another, exchange best practices, and help shape future resources and initiatives.
Participate in the Listening Session to receive a $20 lunch voucher for the concession stand. Limited quantity available
Event registration required to attend
Lunch Concession available in Expo (Convention registration required to attend.)
Participate in the Listening Session to receive a $20 lunch voucher for the concession stand. Limited quantity available
CONCESSION MENU
Meals
Pizzas
Snacks
Beverages
Show Your Badge Discount Program
Find exclusive deals and savings while exploring with the Show Your Badge program. Present your event badge at any of the participating businesses or, where applicable, enter the code for online purchases to receive great deals and discounts on your adventures during the Convention.
By invitation only
Accurately measuring and reporting residential square footage is essential for protecting clients and reducing the risk of misrepresentation. This course was developed in response to the North Carolina Real Estate Commission’s adoption of the revised Residential Square Footage Guidelines, 2026 Edition, also known as “The Yellow Book.”
Because square footage included in marketing materials may be considered a material fact, NCREC emphasizes the importance of accuracy. This course provides real estate agents with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to properly measure, calculate, and report the square footage of residential properties in accordance with the revised guidelines.
Through a practical, hands-on approach, participants will strengthen their ability to interpret and apply the guidelines accurately while using them as an effective risk management tool to reduce potential exposure to misrepresentation.
Box lunch included
This class provides the following credits: 4 hours CE
Separate registration required.
Member Registration (With CE): $65
First time at NC REALTORS® Convention? Start your Convention experience by connecting with others who are here for the first time!
Join YPN for a quick 25-minute meetup designed to help you meet fellow first-time attendees, make new connections, and kick off your Convention experience together. We’ll also take a first-time attendee group photo to capture the moment!
Then, as a group, we’ll head to the first education session of the day at 1:00 p.m. — so you can start your Convention experience with a few new faces by your side!
Come say hello, meet your fellow first-timers, and get ready to make the most of Convention!
Hosted by: YPN
Event registration required to attend
Burnout is common in high-pressure leadership roles, but sustainable success starts with understanding how stress impacts both the mind and body. This session explores practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing burnout, and creating healthier habits that support long-term personal and professional growth.
Convention registration required to attend.
Join 2026 NC REALTORS® President Brenda Hayden for a live, moderated conversation with NAR CEO Nykia Wright, who will participate virtually. Together, they will discuss the issues shaping the REALTOR® organization, the work underway at NAR and the opportunities ahead. Members will also hear Nykia’s perspective on the value and future of the organization while getting to know the leader behind the role.
Introduction provided by Andrea Bushnell, NC REALTORS® CEO
Convention registration required to attend.
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Designed to make networking easy and approachable, this interactive roundtable brings REALTORS® from across North Carolina together to exchange ideas, discuss market trends, and build valuable referral connections. It is an especially helpful opportunity for first-time attendees to meet peers, join the conversation, and make connections from the start.
Brought to you by the NC REALTORS® YPN Committee.
Convention registration required to attend.
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The appraisal process is changing. This panel will break down UAD 3.6, explore how the updated appraisal report may affect transactions, and explain what REALTORS® need to know to better prepare their clients and navigate the transition.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Mindset plays a powerful role in leadership, communication, and growth. This session combines research-backed insights with practical tools to help attendees better understand reactive thinking, overcome roadblocks, and build habits that support long-term adaptability and success.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Difficult conversations are part of every real estate business, from client expectations and transactions to team dynamics and conflict. This interactive roundtable explores practical strategies for navigating challenging conversations with confidence, empathy, and professionalism while strengthening relationships and improving communication.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Our real estate world has changed dramatically. We have experienced an era of massive consolidation. Since 2015, we have gone from a group of large brokerages at the top to fewer and fewer mega-brokerages with unprecedented access to capital and talent. At the same time, artificial intelligence is fundamentally restructuring how residential real estate brokerages operate, fusing relationship-based businesses with fast, data-driven analytics and tools.
To survive the combined pressure of these changes, medium, small and independent real estate brokerages must adapt quickly. In this session, you will learn some of the ways to survive and even thrive and grow in this new world.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Join us to learn about the Risk Management Issues that you never knew could cost you!
Brought to you by RRC
Convention registration required to attend.
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By Invitation Only
Keynote Address from Brittany Hodak
Creating Superfans: How to Turn Customers Into Lifelong Advocates
The Convention kicks off with keynote speaker Brittany Hodak, an award-winning entrepreneur and customer experience expert known for helping businesses build loyal superfans. In today’s Experience Economy, customer loyalty is built through meaningful connections and memorable experiences. Through inspiring stories, real-world examples, and practical strategies, this high-energy keynote explores how elevating everyday interactions can strengthen relationships, build trust, and turn clients into lifelong advocates for your business.
Convention registration required to attend.
Head outside overlooking the water for beach music, hors d’oeuvres, drinks and networking. Come dressed in your best beach-themed attire.
Convention registration required to attend.
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
It’s highly recommended that you make dinner reservations as soon as possible.
Show Your Badge Discount Program
Find exclusive deals and savings while exploring with the Show Your Badge program. Present your event badge at any of the participating businesses or, where applicable, enter the code for online purchases to receive great deals and discounts on your adventures during the Convention.
Join us for a purposeful class that blends mindful movement with the spirit of advocacy ~ Building strength, balance and resilience just like the work we do beyond the mat.
Led by NC REALTORS® PAC Trustee, Cirila Cothran
Convention registration required to attend.
Led by REALTOR® Gabby Murillo
Start your day with a relaxing sound bath and guided meditation. Take some time to slow down, reset, and recharge as soothing sounds create a peaceful start to your day. Gabby will provide limited yoga mats; bring your own if you are able to! This event is complimentary.
Convention registration required to attend.
By Invitation Only
Welcome Bags sponsored by: 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty
Lanyards sponsored by: RCASENC
Sponsored by: Cotality
The Social Hub is the place to grab your friends, take conference photos and connect between sessions. Want to organize a group photo or quick meetup during Convention? Let us know! We’ll help coordinate a time for your group to gather in the Social Hub and make it easy to connect, catch up, and get the perfect group shot. Sign up
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
Connect with industry vendors showcasing products and services designed to support your everyday business needs.
Convention registration required to attend.
For just $5 per entry, you can select from 30+ amazing prizes! The more you enter, the better your chances to win, all while supporting NC REALTORS® PAC and protecting the future of real estate in North Carolina. View the raffle flyer. Entries accepted until 10/10/26 at midnight. Click here to enter and start winning!
Big goals do not stick without a plan. The Get Sticky™ Framework helps professionals move from good intentions to real results, even in a workplace shaped by automation and AI. Discover how clarity, discipline, and small, consistent actions can cut through the noise, keep you moving when motivation fades, and turn everyday effort into lasting success.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Social media attention spans are short, and first impressions matter. This session explores how REALTORS® can create engaging reels and short-form video content that capture attention, build trust, and turn views into real business.
Convention registration required to attend.
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What should you do if you receive a demand letter from a consumer, client, another broker, or an attorney? The first steps in how you handle a legal threat from any source are very important. Join John Wait as he walks you through his recommended first three steps to handling these sorts of issues.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Join acclaimed chef, entrepreneur and community leader Keith Rhodes for an engaging roundtable conversation about leadership, service and the impact of investing in your community. Participants will explore how showing up with purpose, building meaningful connections and using their influence can help create lasting change.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Every transaction is unique, but some disclosure mistakes keep showing up one more time. This fast-paced, interactive session will examine common errors that arise throughout a transaction, from the first client conversation through closing, and offer practical strategies for avoiding them.
Participants will help shape the session by selecting the recurring mistakes they most want to address and contributing ideas for resolving them. Expect an engaging discussion packed with real-world examples and takeaways you can apply to your next transaction.
Event registration required to attend
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AI needs more than algorithms; it needs acres. This panel explores how the data center boom is transforming North Carolina’s land, infrastructure, and communities, and what it all means for the future of real estate.
Convention registration required to attend.
One investor relationship can lead to transaction after transaction. Learn how to grow your business by serving investors seeking foreclosures, REOs and properties in need of renovation. This session will introduce four financing strategies that can help investors purchase, renovate, refinance or resell properties that traditional buyers may pass up. You’ll also discover how to position yourself as a valuable member of an investor’s wealth-building team, creating more opportunities for repeat clients, long-term relationships and future closings.
Convention registration required to attend.
Discover how to use RPR’s Market Trends AI Scriptwriter to turn monthly market data into clear, client-friendly content for emails, presentations, lead generation and social media. Learn how this popular AI tool can save time, deliver trusted insights and support your professional expertise without replacing your judgment.
Brought to you by RPR®
Convention registration required to attend.
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In today’s digital world, your online presence is often your first impression. This panel brings together REALTORS® and content creators who are building recognizable brands through social media, video content, and authentic engagement. Learn what is working right now and ways to turn visibility into real business growth.
Convention registration required to attend.
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The North Carolina Real Estate Commission’s “Yellow Book” was recently updated. Join us as we address how important it is for REALTORS® and all agent to understand the key points to accurately measure, calculate, and report the square footage in residential properties and the duties the North Carolina Real Estate Commission is now emphasizing. This session will help to reduce your risk of costly misrepresentations.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Is AI your workplace bestie, your biggest challenge, or a little of both? Explore the possibilities and pitfalls of AI while learning how to write better prompts, make smarter decisions, and create a balanced strategy for using AI confidently and responsibly.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Take a break from sessions, enjoy lunch and keep the energy going with a DJ.
Sponsored by: Galbreath Costner
Convention registration required to attend.
North Carolina is growing, and real estate is along for the ride. Get an inside look at new and expanding businesses, foreign investment trends, and the projects coming down the pipeline. Plus, discover what the state’s economic momentum means for both commercial and residential real estate.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Repair requests can get complicated fast. Pull up a seat and share strategies, experiences, and practical tips for managing expectations, navigating negotiations, and keeping transactions moving toward the closing table.
Convention registration required to attend.
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By Invitation Only
Exclusively for association executives
AI is moving fast, but is your association policy keeping up? Explore essential guidelines for staff use, data privacy, accuracy, disclosure, copyright, and approved tools. Bring your current policy, if you have one, and leave ready to strengthen it or start building one from scratch.
Convention registration required to attend.
Stop in, take some pictures with friends and enjoy Local Midtown Popcorn! Sign up
AI is everywhere, but which tools actually make business easier? Roll up your sleeves for an interactive workshop exploring practical AI tools that can save time, simplify everyday tasks, and boost productivity. Through guided activities and real-world applications, you’ll discover how to put AI to work in your business right away.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Running out of content ideas? You are not alone. This interactive roundtable brings REALTORS® together to share creative content ideas, discuss what is actually working online, and exchange strategies for building visibility, strengthening connections, and growing business through social media.
Convention registration required to attend.
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What do REALTORS® need to know about the appraisal process? Join appraisers Pete and Mel for a conversation about current developments, new appraisal forms, communicating with appraisers, comparable sales, and what to do when you disagree with an appraisal. The discussion will also address questions REALTORS® commonly encounter in their work.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Curious what legal issues REALTORS® are calling about the most? This session breaks down the top five questions hitting the Legal Hotline and why they matter to your day-to-day business. Get straight answers, real-world examples, and practical tips to help you avoid risk and stay compliant, because when it comes to legal pitfalls, what you don’t know can hurt you.
Convention registration required to attend.
This session may be of interest to:
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
Convention registration required to attend.
By invitation only
Convention registration required to attend.
Join us for a purposeful class that blends mindful movement with the spirit of advocacy ~ Building strength, balance and resilience just like the work we do beyond the mat.
Led by NC REALTORS® PAC Trustee, Cirila Cothran
Convention registration required to attend.
Sponsored by: Cotality
The Social Hub is the place to grab your friends, take conference photos and connect between sessions. Want to organize a group photo or quick meetup during Convention? Let us know! We’ll help coordinate a time for your group to gather in the Social Hub and make it easy to connect, catch up, and get the perfect group shot. Sign up
Welcome Bags sponsored by: 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty
Lanyards sponsored by: RCASENC
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
Connect with industry vendors showcasing products and services designed to support your everyday business needs.
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch Concession available in Expo
Convention registration required to attend.
For just $5 per entry, you can select from 30+ amazing prizes! The more you enter, the better your chances to win, all while supporting NC REALTORS® PAC and protecting the future of real estate in North Carolina. View the raffle flyer. Entries accepted until 10/10/26 at midnight. Click here to enter and start winning!
Running a successful brokerage means keeping a close eye on the bottom line. This fast-paced session gives BICs and team leaders a practical look at budgeting, revenue forecasting, expense management, and the financial decisions that support sustainable growth.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Big marketing does not require a headliner-sized budget. This fast-paced REAL Talk explores practical ways to build your brand, create engaging content, and connect with consumers through social media, video, and relationship-based marketing. Discover where to focus your time and money to get noticed without blowing the budget.
Convention registration required to attend.
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AI offers exciting opportunities, but it also comes with risks. During this facilitator-led idea exchange, attendees will share their experiences using AI for marketing, CMAs, negotiations, legal guidance, compliance, and more. Explore what is working, what is concerning, and what REALTORS® should consider before putting AI to work.
Convention registration required to attend.
This session may be of interest to:
By Invitation Only
Exclusively for association executives, this interactive roundtable creates space to discuss today’s hot topics, exchange ideas, and share practical strategies for navigating the challenges and opportunities facing local associations.
Your next income opportunity may be hiding in the skills you already use every day. This session explores realistic side hustles that can complement your real estate career, diversify your earnings, and create new possibilities for growth.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Wire fraud can turn a closing into a crisis in seconds. Learn how wire transfers work, how scammers intercept transactions, and what steps can help protect your clients. Plus, discover why cyber liability insurance matters and what to consider when choosing a policy.
Convention registration required to attend.
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You don’t need a barstool at Cheers to become someone everybody knows by name. Pull up a seat for this interactive idea exchange and discover how volunteering, networking, and authentic community involvement can build meaningful relationships, strengthen your reputation, and create long-term business growth.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Behind every successful brokerage are the conversations, decisions, and challenges happening behind the scenes. This panel brings Brokers-in-Charge together to talk leadership, communication, problem-solving, and the realities of navigating today’s evolving real estate landscape.
Convention registration required to attend.
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Have an idea for improving a form? See how member suggestions move from initial feedback to practical solutions. In this interactive session, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the forms development process, explore real-world examples, and discuss what makes a proposed change effective, necessary and workable. Bring your own form ideas and questions to share as you help shape the forms REALTORS® use every day.
Brought to you by the NC REALTORS® Forms Committee
Convention registration required to attend.
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Property management always comes with a story. Join the Property Management Division for an interactive roundtable on leases, tenant and owner challenges, industry trends, and the everyday situations that keep property managers on their toes. Bring your questions, share your experiences, and learn from others working in the field.
Brought to you by the NC REALTORS® Property Management Division.
Convention registration required to attend.
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With new apps, AI tools, and tech trends launching every day, what is actually worth your time? This fast-paced idea exchange explores the tools REALTORS® should keep using, skip altogether, or give a try. Share your favorites, vote along, and leave with practical tech ideas for marketing, follow-up, client communication, and productivity.
Convention registration required to attend.
This session may be of interest to:
Curious what legal issues REALTORS® are calling about the most? This session breaks down the top five questions hitting the Legal Hotline and why they matter to your day-to-day business. Get straight answers, real-world examples, and practical tips to help you avoid risk and stay compliant, because when it comes to legal pitfalls, what you don’t know can hurt you.
Convention registration required to attend.
This session may be of interest to:
Join interactive listening sessions designed to encourage open conversation, idea sharing, and connection with your peers. Discuss timely industry topics, share your experiences, and provide valuable feedback. These conversations offer an opportunity to learn from one another, exchange best practices, and help shape future resources and initiatives.
Participate in the Listening Session to receive a $20 lunch voucher for the concession stand. Limited quantity available
Topics:
Event registration required to attend
Lunch Concession available in Expo (Convention registration required to attend.)
Participate in the Listening Session to receive a $20 lunch voucher for the concession stand. Limited quantity available
CONCESSION MENU
Meals
Pizzas
Snacks
Beverages
Show Your Badge Discount Program
Find exclusive deals and savings while exploring with the Show Your Badge program. Present your event badge at any of the participating businesses or, where applicable, enter the code for online purchases to receive great deals and discounts on your adventures during the Convention.
Convention registration required to attend.
Show Your Badge Discount Program
Find exclusive deals and savings while exploring with the Show Your Badge program. Present your event badge at any of the participating businesses or, where applicable, enter the code for online purchases to receive great deals and discounts on your adventures during the Convention.
By Invitation Only
Tour provided for the NC REALTORS® Commercial, Economic Development and Global Committee Members by Invitation only
Guided walking tour showcasing Wilmington’s transformative downtown development and the partnerships driving its continued growth. The tour begins with a short 3–4 block walk from the Wilmington Convention Center to Riverfront Park, one of the city’s newest public spaces. Opened in 2021, the park features a Live Nation-managed amphitheater that has become a major entertainment destination, generating increased tourism, sales, and room occupancy tax revenue for the region.
From there, participants will walk through an emerging redevelopment district between Skyline Center and the new New Hanover County Public Library and Cape Fear Museum. Along the way, you’ll learn about the city’s vision for future growth through collaboration with private property owners and long-range redevelopment planning.
The tour concludes at the library and museum, where you’ll hear how a successful public-private partnership transformed a county-owned block while preserving public parking and creating opportunities for future mixed-use development.
This tour offers a unique opportunity to see how strategic investments, public-private partnerships, and thoughtful planning are shaping Wilmington’s economy and creating a vibrant future for residents, businesses, and visitors.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The tour covers approximately 1 mile at a relaxed pace.
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
Separate registration required
Explore how the venue’s LEED Silver certification demonstrates sustainable building practices with a behind the scenes tour from the Convention Center team. The tour will last 60 – 90 minutes. Space is limited.
Price: $15
Separate registration required
90-minute walking tour through historic downtown Wilmington featuring the true stories of remarkable women who lived, worked and made history here in the Port City — women whose stories aren’t nearly as well known as they should be.
Tour by: Little Wilmington Tours
Price: $25
Questions? Check out their FAQs.
Separate registration required
This 90 minute tour explores Wilmington’s rich history and heritage through some of the city’s most significant landmarks and stories. Guests will discover historic sites, cultural landmarks, notable churches, and important moments that helped shape Wilmington, including the city’s pivotal role in the 1898 Wilmington Coup. The tour offers a unique look at the people, places, and events that make Wilmington’s history so significant.
Price: $29
By invitation only
Convention registration required to attend.
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
Winners announced on NC REALTORS® Social Media. Items will be available for pickup in Wilmington, and anyone not present will have items shipped directly to them after the NC REALTORS® Convention concludes.
For just $5 per entry, you can select from 30+ amazing prizes! The more you enter, the better your chances to win, all while supporting NC REALTORS® PAC and protecting the future of real estate in North Carolina. View the raffle flyer. Entries accepted until 10/10/26 at midnight. Click here to enter and start winning!
Welcome Bags sponsored by: 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty
Lanyards sponsored by: RCASENC
All corporate powers are exercised by or under the authority of, and the affairs of the Association managed under the direction of, the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors administers the finances of the Association and has sole authority to appropriate money. The Board of Directors also approves the Association’s Strategic Plan, annual budget, and any amendments to the Bylaws.
Convention registration required to attend.
A shuttle will run between the Wilmington Convention Center and Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District and Hotel Ballast.
NC REALTORS® is dedicated to environmental improvements that foster a sustainable future. View our sustainable practices for this event.
