The Raleigh economy is booming! Thousands of people are moving to the city to enjoy the abundant job opportunities, excellent school systems, and unique attractions. The influx of people has made Raleigh real estate more in-demand than ever–meaning real estate investors can rehab homes quickly and sell them for a big profit. Properties can also be […]

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 […]

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 […]

How To Improve Curb Appeal Breathing new life into the outward appearance of your home is sometimes easier said than done. However, there are simple ways that you can jazz up your home’s aesthetic without bending over backward. As you make these changes, your house will look more appealing, which will help you lease your […]

Today, many local property investors are millennials than the baby boomers generation. However, this has not been an easy walk for the millennials, especially those buying houses for the first time in North Carolina. Whether they’re looking for homes to live or looking to be local property investors, many face financial hurdles. Most millennials homebuyers […]

Owning property is a great investment, as it requires little daily effort once you’ve made the initial commitments. If you’re ready to break into the Raleigh real estate market, here are some real estate investment tips that will help you launch your investing career. Remember That Real Estate Property Appreciates Unlike some purchases, like cars, […]

If you haven’t been keeping count, the millennial generation is—almost—all grown up. The youngest, born in 1996, will be turning 24 this year, and the oldest, born in 1981, will be 34. As this unique generation enters its next stage of life—a stage potentially involving marriage, kids, and higher salaries—researchers are watching closely to see […]

Though we are only a few months into weathering the coronavirus pandemic, it has effectively changed life as we know it. Below are some tips that can help you maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship during these tough times.  Remember That You are a Leader First things first: remember that, to your tenants, you are in […]

Owning a Raleigh investment property is tough work. In addition to understanding the legalities of leasing and handling the property upkeep, you also have to make sure that every tenant is a responsible, respectful individual who won’t disturb the property or their neighbors. Unfortunately, this can be tricky to do in the best of circumstances, […]

For many people, the holiday season is the best time of the year. However, all the hustle and bustle of the holidays brings new challenges for landlords and property managers in Raleigh. Below are some tips to keep your Raleigh investment property and tenants as safe as possible this season!  Remind Residents of Fireplace Safety  […]