How Much Does It Cost to Buy a House? As any seasoned real estate professional knows, the cost of buying a house goes well beyond the listing price. For starters, homebuyers should consider the down payment, closing costs, property taxes, homeowners insurance, and PMI. There’s also the regular cost of being a homeowner, like HOA […]

In the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2025–2026, Cary and Apex have earned impressive spots among the top 10 best places to live in the United States—Cary at No. 5 and Apex at No. 7. These accolades highlight the exceptional quality of life, robust job markets, and overall desirability that these towns […]

Operational Benefits of Hiring a Property Manager One of the key benefits of hiring a property manager for your investment property in Apex, NC is the operational expertise they bring to the table. Property managers are experienced professionals who are well-versed in handling all aspects of property management, from finding and screening tenants to handling […]

Consider Your Specific Needs and Priorities When looking for a property management company, it’s important to first consider your specific needs and priorities. Are you looking for a company that specializes in managing residential properties, commercial properties, or both? Do you have a specific budget in mind for property management services? By identifying your needs […]

Announcing Updater for Barker Realty, Inc.! Since the moving process doesn’t end once you’ve signed the lease, we are pleased to offer Updater to all our residents. In case you’re unfamiliar, Updater simplifies the moving process by helping you save time on moving-related tasks. With your Updater account, you can: Purchase renters insurance Forward your mail […]

There are many excellent reasons to work with Barker Realty when you need professional management for your rental property in Raleigh. Today, we’re focusing on the three top reasons to consider hiring us to take care of anything your investment property needs. Property Management Raleigh: Experience Barker Realty is an experienced property management company. We […]

Barker Realty proudly serves the Wake County area, including Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Fuquay Varina, Clayton, Knightdale, Garner, Holly Springs, Zebulon, and Wendell. Barker Realty has been in the Triangle real estate market since 1984. Let’s discuss the property management services we offer to Triangle area investors, and what we can do to help […]

What Is a Sublease? A sublease is an agreement that is made between the tenant and a third party. The original tenant will become the landlord to the person who is subleasing the home or apartment. Every local property manager needs to know if their tenants are subleasing. There are many problems that a Raleigh […]

Here is the thing. When you decide to buy property, be ready to spend significantly. Further, if you, a Raleigh property investor, have ready cash, you can get the property and cash flow right away. Only that, very few investors can afford such huge sums of money at short notice. Then, if you’ve identified a […]

Our Raleigh NC property managers have been in the business of taking care of homes for a long time, and with winter coming, they have a few simple tips that can keep units snug and dry. Just a few hours of preventative work while the weather is still warm can help avoid major headaches in […]