{"id":51,"date":"2026-07-12T16:24:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T16:24:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chrismeekrealty.com\/?page_id=51"},"modified":"2026-08-06T17:35:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T17:35:37","slug":"about-chris","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chrismeekrealty.com\/?page_id=51","title":{"rendered":"The Story Behind the Sign"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hi, I&#8217;m Chris Meek, founder of <strong>Chris Meek Realty<\/strong> and a proud member of the <strong>Secure Home Finder Team at LPT Realty<\/strong>. My passion is helping people navigate one of life&#8217;s biggest decisions with confidence, clarity, and a little less stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After spending more than 31 years as an educator, coach, and school leader, I discovered that the skills I valued most\u2014listening, teaching, solving problems, and building meaningful relationships\u2014were the very same qualities that make a great REALTOR\u00ae. Today, I bring that same servant&#8217;s heart and commitment to every client I have the privilege of serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Originally from Long Island, New York, I made the move to North Carolina with my family in 2001, so I understand firsthand what it&#8217;s like to relocate, learn a new community, and find a place that truly feels like home. That experience fuels my passion for helping others make the transition to Southeastern North Carolina, whether they&#8217;re moving across town or across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I proudly serve buyers, sellers, investors, military families, retirees, and first-time homebuyers throughout Wilmington, Jacksonville, and the Cape Fear region. My approach is simple: educate first, communicate often, negotiate fiercely, and always put my clients&#8217; best interests ahead of everything else. I believe informed clients make confident decisions, and my job is to provide the guidance and local expertise you need every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What sets me apart isn&#8217;t just my knowledge of the market\u2014it&#8217;s the relationships I build. I don&#8217;t measure success by the number of homes I sell, but by the trust my clients place in me and the friendships that continue long after closing day. When you work with me, you&#8217;ll never be handed off to someone else. From our first conversation to the day you receive your keys\u2014and long after\u2014I&#8217;ll be right there beside you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I&#8217;m not helping clients, you&#8217;ll likely find me officiating college softball, enjoying everything our beautiful coast has to offer, attending local community events, or spending time with my family and friends. I believe the best communities are built through connection, and I&#8217;m proud to call Coastal North Carolina home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re searching for your first home, your forever home, an investment property, or preparing to sell, I&#8217;d be honored to earn your trust and help you achieve your real estate goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Let&#8217;s make your next move your best move.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class='fluentform ff-default fluentform_wrapper_3 ffs_default_wrap'><form data-form_id=\"3\" id=\"fluentform_3\" class=\"frm-fluent-form fluent_form_3 ff-el-form-top ff_form_instance_3_1 ff-form-loading ffs_default\" data-form_instance=\"ff_form_instance_3_1\" method=\"POST\" ><fieldset  style=\"border: none!important;margin: 0!important;padding: 0!important;background-color: transparent!important;box-shadow: none!important;outline: none!important; min-inline-size: 100%;\">\n                    <legend class=\"ff_screen_reader_title\" style=\"display: block; margin: 0!important;padding: 0!important;height: 0!important;text-indent: -999999px;width: 0!important;overflow:hidden;\">Real Estate Consultation &amp; Appointment Booking<\/legend><p style=\"display: none !important;\" class=\"akismet-fields-container\" data-prefix=\"ak_\"><label>&#916;<textarea name=\"ak_hp_textarea\" cols=\"45\" rows=\"8\" maxlength=\"100\"><\/textarea><\/label><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"ak_js_1\" name=\"ak_js\" value=\"17\"\/><script>\ndocument.getElementById( \"ak_js_1\" ).setAttribute( \"value\", ( new Date() ).getTime() );\n<\/script>\n<\/p><input type='hidden' name='__fluent_form_embded_post_id' value='51' \/><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"_fluentform_3_fluentformnonce\" name=\"_fluentform_3_fluentformnonce\" value=\"22811183d5\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wp_http_referer\" value=\"\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fpages%2F51\" \/><div class='ff-el-group  ff-custom_html' tabindex='-1' data-name=\"custom_html-3_1\" >Book Your Consultation Select a convenient time slot and tell us a bit about your moving plans.<\/div><div data-type=\"name-element\" data-name=\"names\" class=\" ff-field_container ff-name-field-wrapper\" ><div class='ff-t-container'><div class='ff-t-cell '><div class='ff-el-group ff-el-form-top'><div class=\"ff-el-input--label ff-el-is-required asterisk-right\"><label for='ff_3_names_first_name_' id='label_ff_3_names_first_name_' >First Name<\/label><\/div><div class='ff-el-input--content'><input type=\"text\" name=\"names[first_name]\" id=\"ff_3_names_first_name_\" class=\"ff-el-form-control\" placeholder=\"First Name\" aria-invalid=\"false\" aria-required=true><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='ff-t-cell '><div class='ff-el-group ff-el-form-top'><div class=\"ff-el-input--label ff-el-is-required asterisk-right\"><label for='ff_3_names_last_name_' id='label_ff_3_names_last_name_' >Last Name<\/label><\/div><div class='ff-el-input--content'><input type=\"text\" name=\"names[last_name]\" id=\"ff_3_names_last_name_\" class=\"ff-el-form-control\" placeholder=\"Last Name\" aria-invalid=\"false\" aria-required=true><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div data-name=\"ff_cn_id_1\"  class='ff-t-container ff-column-container ff_columns_total_2 '><div class='ff-t-cell ff-t-column-1' style='flex-basis: 50%;'><div class='ff-el-group'><div class=\"ff-el-input--label ff-el-is-required asterisk-right\"><label for='ff_3_email' id='label_ff_3_email' aria-label=\"Email Address\">Email Address<\/label><\/div><div class='ff-el-input--content'><input type=\"email\" name=\"email\" id=\"ff_3_email\" class=\"ff-el-form-control\" placeholder=\"your.email@example.com\" data-name=\"email\"  aria-invalid=\"false\" aria-required=true><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='ff-t-cell ff-t-column-2' style='flex-basis: 50%;'><div class='ff-el-group'><div class=\"ff-el-input--label ff-el-is-required asterisk-right\"><label for='ff_3_phone_number' id='label_ff_3_phone_number' aria-label=\"Phone Number\">Phone Number<\/label><\/div><div class='ff-el-input--content'><input type=\"text\" name=\"phone_number\" class=\"ff-el-form-control\" placeholder=\"(555) 555-1234\" data-name=\"phone_number\" id=\"ff_3_phone_number\"  aria-invalid=\"false\" aria-required=true><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='ff-el-group'><div class=\"ff-el-input--label ff-el-is-required asterisk-right\"><label for='ff_3_appointment_slot' id='label_ff_3_appointment_slot' aria-label=\"Preferred Appointment Date &amp; Time\">Preferred Appointment Date &amp; Time<\/label><\/div><div class='ff-el-input--content'><input  aria-label='Preferred Appointment Date & Time Use arrow keys to navigate dates. 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