Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Sauders Real Estate Merges With Lawson And Greenleaf Real Estate, Inc.

SOUTHERN PINES, NC - Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders, the number one firm in sales volume in Moore County, announced today that it has merged with Lawson and Greenleaf. With the completion of this transaction, Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders strengthens its presence in Moore County.

"By joining Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders , we now have access to greater resources, a state-of-the-art technology platform, plus expanded reach through a national referral system, enabling us to serve buyers and sellers even better," said James Lawson.

Lawson and Greenleaf Real Estate will now be Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders. Owners, Jim and Deborah Lawson will bring their sales associates to join the staff of the Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders Southern Pines office on the corner of Illinois and Broad St. The Lawson and Greenleaf office was located at 165 NE Broad Street in historic Southern Pines. The Lawson's and their sales associates bring a history of excellence and experience in real estate sales, having experience dating back to the 1994 in the Moore County area.

"Their sales associates have over 30 million dollars in sold volume over the last 2 years alone and they have worked in residential, commercial, land and horse farm sales. We are pleased to have the Lawson and Greenleaf team join Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders, as we share their philosophy of service to the community along with our ongoing commitment to ultimate customer service through high tech and innovation." said Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders president, Kay Beran.

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