In a recent article for Forbes titled “How To Spot Real Estate Investment Opportunities” (April 2025), author James Nelson explores what separates savvy real estate investors from the rest of the market. His key message? Great investors don’t just react—they anticipate. They study trends, uncover unmet needs, and execute with discipline. At Barker Realty, we […]

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 […]

Raleigh’s Projected Growth in Luxury Real Estate The Raleigh area is no stranger to tech companies. Research Triangle Park was built in 1959, and it has been a national technological hotspot for decades, especially when paired with the concentration of local universities. Mansion Global’s recently published article, “A Population Boom, a Tech Boom—Raleigh, North Carolina, […]