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About Brooke

My story, and how it shapes the way I work with you.

Brooke Elder
Direct: 828-409-0198
Languages: English

Brooke’s journey in real estate is deeply intertwined with her love for North Carolina, a state she has proudly called home for many years. Her connection to the community and intimate knowledge of the local market make her an invaluable asset to both her clients and our team. Brooke’s career in real estate is characterized by a genuine passion for helping people. Whether it’s finding the perfect home where memories will be made or ensuring a cherished property is sold to the right buyer, Brooke approaches each transaction with care, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her clients’ needs. Her extensive experience in navigating the complexities of the North Carolina real estate market has earned her a reputation as a trusted guide. Outside of real estate, Brooke is married to her high school sweetheart, and together they have two wonderful children. In addition to her thriving real estate career, Brooke is also a dedicated educator. She teaches at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI), where she has achieved significant accomplishments. Brooke is also an alumna of Appalachian State University.

Specialties
Buyer's AgentSeller's AgentListing AgentRelocation
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Backed by True North Realty

A local guide, with a boutique brokerage's full weight behind them.

Brooke pairs deep local knowledge with True North's marketing, technology, and distribution — so clients get concierge-level attention without giving up scale.

The True North approach

How Brooke + True North actually market your home.

No cookie-cutter checklists. Every listing gets the same senior-level treatment.

Step 01
Pricing built on comps, not hope

A real comparative market analysis with live absorption data from Canopy MLS — plus an honest range, not a wish price.

Step 02
Professional media, standard

Every listing includes pro photography, floor plans, and — where it earns its keep — drone, video walk-throughs, and twilight shots. No 'good enough' iPhone photos.

Step 03
Multi-MLS + syndicated distribution

Your home hits Canopy MLS plus Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and Homes.com — all with correct data and pro media.

Step 04
Story-driven social + email

True North's Social Studio generates on-brand posts across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, plus a targeted email push to our sphere and past-client database.

Step 05
Concierge negotiation

Brooke negotiates with a full brokerage playbook behind them — pricing strategy, inspection response templates, and appraisal defense that a solo agent can't match.

Step 06
Transaction management, handled

A dedicated coordinator owns your timeline — inspections, appraisal, lender check-ins, closing — so you get updates, not scavenger hunts.

Why work with Brooke

You get a real person on the phone, backed by the entire True North operation.

  • Direct access — you text Brooke, Brooke answers. No junior handoff.
  • Local expertise across Burke County, Catawba County, Iredell County — schools, commutes, HOAs, the stuff Zillow can't tell you.
  • Early access to True North's coming-soon listings and network-sourced opportunities before they hit the public MLS.
  • Preferred lender + inspector + attorney bench — vetted, not paid referrals.
  • A written buyer or seller game plan before you ever tour or list.
  • Transparent pricing — no junk fees, no surprise closing costs.
  • Post-close support: contractor referrals, tax appeals, refinance timing.
  • A brokerage that treats agents like partners, not seat-fillers — which is why your agent is here for the long haul.
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True North Realty · Hickory, NC

1 N Center St #240
Hickory, NC 28601
Hours: Mon–Fri 9a–5:30p · Sat by appointment

Based in downtown Hickory and serving buyers and sellers across the Catawba Valley, Lake Norman, the High Country, and the greater Charlotte and Triad regions. Brooke works with you virtually or in person.

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