Posted: April 14, 2025 | Realty & Forestry Resources
If you own land in North Carolina or Virginia—or you’re thinking about investing in rural property—you deserve to have a team on your side that knows the woods, the markets, and what’s best for your property. That’s where we come in.
At Carolina Forestry & Realty, we’re not your average real estate company. We’re a small, professional firm built around one mission: helping landowners make smart, informed decisions about their rural land and timber. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell land, manage your timber, or figure out if your property is a sound investment, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Carolina Forestry & Realty is owned and operated by Rodney Finkbiner and Keith Brouillard, two seasoned professionals with over 60 years of combined experience in forestry and real estate. Our main office is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, but we proudly serve landowners throughout North Carolina and Virginia.
We’re recognized by the North Carolina Board of Registration for Foresters as a Professional Forestry Company, and we’re fully licensed to provide real estate services in both states. What does that mean for you? You’re working with a team that understands the land—both from a forestry standpoint and a real estate perspective.
Meet the Owners:
Together, we’ve built a company that blends local knowledge, professional credentials, and practical, boots-on-the-ground experience.
At Carolina Forestry & Realty, our work goes far beyond buying and selling land. We offer a full range of forestry consulting services designed to help landowners get the most value—financial and environmental—from their property.
Here’s a quick overview of what we do:
Selling timber without the right guidance can leave landowners at a serious disadvantage. We level the playing field. Most of our timber sales are done on a lump-sum, sealed bid basis, meaning your timber goes to the highest bidder. Our job is to market your timber effectively, attract multiple competitive bids, and make sure you don’t leave money on the table.
Whether you’re ready to sell or simply want to know the value of your timber, we can help. A timber appraisal involves a detailed, boots-on-the-ground inventory of your trees. We use methods like timber cruising and tree counting to give you an accurate picture of what your timber is worth and what your options are moving forward.
For many people, owning timberland is more than just a hobby—it’s an investment. But not every tract is a guaranteed winner. We provide detailed analyses to help you determine whether a property is a good long-term investment and how to manage it for maximum return.
Long-term timber management isn’t something you can “set and forget.” It requires a comprehensive management plan—one that’s tailored to your specific goals, whether it’s income, wildlife habitat, recreation, or environmental conservation. We take the guesswork out of land stewardship and help you make informed, data-backed decisions.
We also offer a variety of specialty forestry services, including:
When you work with Carolina Forestry & Realty, you’re not getting a big, corporate company where you’re just another file in the drawer. You’re working directly with seasoned foresters and real estate brokers who understand the land and put your best interests first.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every piece of land is different, and every landowner’s goals are unique. Our job is to give you the knowledge, tools, and professional expertise you need to make the most of your property.
Whether you need help selling timber, evaluating a potential land purchase, or managing your forest for future generations—we’re here to help.
Ready to get started?
Reach out to us today to learn how Carolina Forestry & Realty can work for you.