MRA VP BROOKE RUDD APPOINTED PRESIDENT-ELECT, NC REALTORS®

Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® is pleased to announce that Vice President, Brooke Rudd, Broker, REALTOR®, GRI, and 2020 past President of the Brunswick County Association of REALTORS® was recently installed as the 2026 President-Elect of the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® (NC REALTORS®). Rudd will serve in this role while continuing her efforts as a top performing real estate broker with the firm.

NC REALTORS® is the largest trade organization in the state, and the fifth largest REALTOR® association nationally. The organization serves its membership through advocacy, professional development and community engagement, and plays a pivotal role in regulatory affairs as they pertain to the industry and protecting the rights of…

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January Pruning Guide: What to cut Back (and What to Leave Alone) in Southeastern NC

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

  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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Lights in the Night

The Ghostly Lights of Frying Pan Shoals

Just off Oak Island, stretching nearly 30 miles into the Atlantic, lies one of the most treacherous—and mysterious—places on the East Coast: Frying Pan Shoals. Nicknamed the Graveyard of the Atlantic, these constantly shifting sandbars have claimed hundreds of ships over the centuries, from pirate vessels to warships. But the shipwrecks aren’t the only thing that make Frying Pan legendary.

For generations, sailors, fishermen, and even modern boaters have told stories of strange ghostly lights floating above the shoals at night.

Lights in the Night

Witnesses describe them as glowing orbs or “phantom lanterns” that bob and weave across the water. Sometimes they appear as a faint blue-green shimmer. Other…

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MRA Announces April 2025 Top Producers

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 April 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: Tim Wendt
• Top Listing Agent: Tim Wendt

Oak Island Office

• Top Listing Agent: Kathy MacNish
• Top Selling Agent: Glenn Paul McVicker

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 and array of community relationships that are second to none. Our…

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MRA Announces March 2025 Top Producers

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 March 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: Amy Lynn Boltz
• Top Listing Agent: Tim Wendt

Oak Island Office

• Top Listing Agent: Karen Wirzulis
• Top Selling Agent: Pat Proctor

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 and array of community relationships that are second to none. Our…

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Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Celebrates 44-Year Company Anniversary

Southport, NC – (March 17, 2025) - Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS® (MRA), a leader in the Brunswick County real estate and property management industries, celebrates its 44th company anniversary today, March 17th, 2025.

What began as a small endeavor for Margaret Rudd Bishop on Saint Patrick’s Day in 1981 has grown into one of the most prominent, independent full-service real estate firms in Brunswick County, North Carolina. Over the years, the corporation flourished with S.R. “Buddy” Rudd joining as the firm’s Vice President in 1986. The rest is history.

Now in its 44th year, the firm continues its legacy as a family-owned business, now led by the second generation. In January 2024, after 43 years at the helm, Margaret Rudd Bishop…

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Celebrate Love Your Way: Valentine's Day in Southport/Oak Island, NC

Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love in all its forms, and Southport/Oak Island, NC, offers something special for every type of couple. Whether you and your significant other are pet lovers, history buffs, art enthusiasts, nature explorers, shopping aficionados, or foodies, you’ll find the perfect way to celebrate your love in this charming coastal town. Here’s how to make Valentine’s Day unforgettable based on your shared passions:

For Pet Lovers

Bring your four-legged friend along for a romantic walk at Waterfront Park or Caswell Beach, where leashed pets are welcome (unleashed dogs allowed on Caswell during certain times of day/year). Enjoy outdoor dining at a pet-friendly restaurant like Fishy Fishy Café, where your pup can soak up the…

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Brunswick County Real Estate Market Stats - November 2024

Brunswick County’s residential real estate market remained strong through October and November, with year-to-date sales volume surpassing $2.5 billion and continuing to track ahead of last year’s pace. In addition to strong sales, inventory increased, reaching levels not seen in several years.

“While rising inventory might be a warning sign of a slowing market in other areas, that’s not the case in Brunswick County.” said Cynthia Walsh, CEO of the Brunswick County Association of REALTORS®. “Home sales have been steady all year, in part because Brunswick County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the state and nation. The increased supply is needed to meet the continued strong demand.”

In November, new listings increased 9.7%…

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MRA Congratulates Top Producers for October 2024

Celebrating the October Top Producers

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 October 2024. 

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

Southport Offices

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

Oak Island Office

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

Teams

• Top Listing Team: The Jolliff Team
• Top Selling Team: The Jolliff Team

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MRA Congratulates Top Producers for September 2024

Celebrating the September Top Producers

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 September 2024. 

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

Southport Offices

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

Oak Island Office

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

Teams

• Top Listing Team: Rudd Sold Group
• Top Selling Team: Rudd Sold Group

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