Chance Harrison

Southport, NC - January 19, 2026 - Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® is excited to welcome Chance Harrison as its new Director of Sales. In this role, Harrison will lead and support the real estate sales arm of the business, including serving as the Broker-in-Charge of the Oak Island office. Harrison joins the firm after a distinguished career running a successful boutique brokerage outside the Washington, D.C. area, managing over 40 real estate agents. With a strong emphasis on investor-driven representation and complex projects for a wide range of clients, Harrison brings a wealth of experience in high-level negotiation and practical leadership.


As Director of Sales, Harrison will spearhead the development of sales strategies designed…

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MRA Congratulates Top Producers For December 2025

Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® along with its Executive Board of Directors is pleased to announce the firm's top producing agents and teams from the month of December 2025. 

Please join us in congratulating the following for attaining the highest production in representing the interests of buyers and sellers.

Southport Offices

  • Top Selling Agent: Rosanne Matheson
  • Top Listing Agent: Rosanne Matheson

Oak Island Office

  • Top Listing Agent: Kathy MacNish
  • Top Selling Agent: Kathy MacNish

Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® is a local independent company rooted in the communities of Brunswick County. Our agents bring an authenticity, depth of knowledge…

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January Pruning Guide: What to Cut Back (and What to Leave Alone) in Southeastern North Carolina

SE NC January Pruning Tips Blog Article Cover Photo  January may feel like a quiet month in the garden, but in southeastern North Carolina, it’s actually prime time for smart pruning. With most plants dormant and pests at bay, winter pruning helps encourage healthy growth, better blooms, and stronger trees come spring.

Whether you’re sprucing up your yard for curb appeal or simply maintaining your landscape, here’s a helpful January pruning guide tailored to our coastal climate.

Trees to Prune in January

Deciduous trees (trees that lose their leaves) are ideal candidates for winter pruning because their structure is easier to see.

Good choices for January pruning include:

  • Oak trees –…

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