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REALTOR/Broker/Owner I work with buyers and sellers in assisting them with their real estate needs and I LOVE what I do.

I am a Raleigh Native, a Wife and Mom to three kids (one has lots of fur), and I have been selling Real Estate in the Triangle for almost TWO decades. My goal is to help sellers have a smooth transition throughout the entire process. I use my extensive knowledge of the market and my experience in the industry to price the home correctly from DAY ONE. My focus is to help sellers obtain the best sales price in the shortest amount of time. My degree in Business Management with a concentration/minor in Marketing and Advertising from NCSU allows me to get creative and innovative in the process of marketing my listings while also keeping the business focus to get the job done! I strive to help buyers find the perfect home for their family with personalized and undivided attention from the moment we meet. As a Raleigh Native, I love showing clients around the cities I grew up exploring and am now happy to still call HOME! Whether it be the very first home they buy, or one they hope to be their last; I want my clients to LOVE pulling into the driveway every single day. I LOVE helping people and treat every customer as if I were buying or selling MY own home. At the end of every day I ask myself...is this the BEST for my client? I am there EVERY step of the way and believe that following up with key steps in the process leads to a smooth closing day for everyone involved. I take the fact that my clients trust me with one of the biggest financial decisions they will make very seriously. I love helping people realize their dreams of home ownership. I earned the top award "Rookie of the Year" my very first year in Real Estate and have been a Top Producer ever since. I have also been in the Top 500 Agents in the Triangle area since 2021. The biggest compliment I can receive is your referral. I am honored that a majority of my business is built on repeat customers and their referrals! If you or anyone you know has a Real Estate need, I welcome the opportunity to work for you!

09/28/2026

A Raleigh address with all the convenience of Cary…RIGHT around the corner.❤️

That’s one of my favorite things about 408 Oak Run Drive. You are minutes from Crossroads, with easy access to NC State, Lake Johnson, and downtown Raleigh. Then, when you’re home, there’s a wooded view behind the deck that gives you a little breathing room.

Inside, this townhome has two bedrooms, two full baths, a fireplace, and more storage than you might expect. New Roof going on and it’s move in ready!

It’s offered at $235,000 and ready for its next chapter! If you’ve been looking in Cary and Raleigh, I’d love to show you this one. Send me a message for a private tour.🏡❤️

408 Oak Run Drive | Raleigh

09/28/2026

Fall in the Triangle is one of my FAVORITE times of year.🍁

Festivals, Pumpkin Patches, cozy coffee dates, Football games, and dinner outside now that it’s not 100 degrees at 6pm anymore.🙌🏻

I did a little research over the weekend and put together some of the best ways to enjoy one of my favorite seasons🎃🍁…all in one place!

A 7-page Triangle Fall Guide filled with local places to eat, things to do, and plenty of ideas for getting out and soaking up the season.🍁

Swipe for a peek at “Food Worth Leaving the House For”🍂 because once Fall hits and the cozy pants come on, the food better be GOOD if we’re leaving the house for it.😂🍽️

Comment or message me and I’ll send you the whole guide! Coffee Spots, Date night ideas, Events…bring on ALL the family time.

What’s one thing that you LOVE to do with your family that’s a MUST for you every fall? I still love picking out pumpkins, a cozy hot chocolate on a Saturday morning with the fam, and cheering on the 🐺 at a football game at Carter Finley!🏈🎃🍂

09/26/2026

If your house works perfectly…until everyone is home at the exact same time…STOP the scroll!

Now that fall is here and we're starting to spend a little more time inside, you notice things. Like whether everyone actually has somewhere to GO.

That’s the family I keep thinking about for 49 Serenia Circle in Flowers Plantation.

A quiet office downstairs. Another workspace upstairs. A third floor where the teenagers can take over. A private first-floor suite when family comes to stay. A detached garage for the cars, hobbies, tools, or all the things you don't want taking over the house.

And with more than an acre outside, those pretty fall days give you plenty of room out there too.🍁🏡

This isn't just a house with 5 bedrooms. It's a house that gives everyone room to be together AND room to spread out. And as we head into the season when we're all home a little more, that starts to feel pretty important too. Call me to get inside this weekend! I would love to show you around!

🏡49 Serenia Circle | Clayton
Offered at $1,100,000

Link to additional information in the comments💻

09/26/2026

If I were getting my own house ready to sell this Fall🍁, I would NOT start by ripping out floors, painting cabinets or spending thousands of dollars on renovations.💰🛠️

I’d start with the things buyers are going to notice FIRST.

🍁I’d walk through my front door like a buyer. Really look at what they see FIRST.

Curb appeal. Front porch. Entry. Lighting. Smells. All the little things we stop noticing because we live there every day.

🍁I’d finish the little projects.

Loose handles. Dripping faucets. Burned-out bulbs. Damaged trim. That random project that’s been 90% finished for six months. None of these are huge, but when buyers see several of them, they start wondering what else hasn’t been taken care of. These are easy fixes and can really make a difference in how your home presents itself to the buyer.

🍁I’d EDIT the house, not empty it.

I still want it to feel like a HOME. I’d just remove enough furniture and “stuff” so buyers can actually see the rooms, storage and floor plan.

🍁I’d clean it better than I think it needs to be cleaned.

Windows. Baseboards. Cabinets. Appliances. Showers. Grout. ALL the things.
A really clean home just feels CARED for.

🍁And last but not least…BEFORE I spent any real money, I’d look at my competition.

Because I’m not replacing flooring, painting cabinets or starting a big project until I know what buyers in my price range are seeing in the other homes they’re considering…

Here’s the thing…and I’ve said it before.
Buyers want homes that feel DONE. But “done” does not always mean renovated.

Sometimes the $15,000 project you think you need is not even the thing that’s going to make the difference.

That’s why one of the smartest things you can do before you spend a dime is have an experienced set of eyes walk through your home with you and tell you where your money WILL matter…and where it won’t. I would love to come take a look at your home and answer all your questions!

I actually created my “Before You Spend a Dime” Guide for exactly this reason. It gives you a checklist and things to consider if you are getting your home ready for the market.
If selling this fall, or even sometime in the next year or two has crossed your mind, send me a message and I’ll send you a copy.🏡🍁

I would love to come take a look at your home and give you advice on things to take care of, or even just hop on a call to answer your questions! I am always happy to help!

09/21/2026

It’s a GORGEOUS day for the Wake Christian Academy golf tournament!⛳️☀️
I LOVE supporting our school…and it is always SO awesome to see everyone having FUN!❤️

09/18/2026

✨Vendor Spotlight✨

Meet Chris Slack with Farm Bureau Insurance!

If you’ve ever asked me for an insurance recommendation, there’s a good chance one of the names I’ve sent you has been Chris Slack...and when I refer someone, especially someone connected to your home and finances…I want it to be a person who will answer questions, explain the options and take good care of you.

Chris can help with home, auto, life and business insurance. Whether you’re buying a home, reviewing your current coverage or simply wondering if what you have still makes sense, he is a great LOCAL resource.

He has helped several of my clients in the last few months and he’s is very knowledgeable about all things insurance!

You don’t have to be buying or selling a home to ask me who I know. After almost 25 years in this industry, one of the best things I can offer isn’t always real estate advice. Sometimes it’s simply knowing someone that you can trust to help you when you need them.💗

Chris Slack
📧 [email protected]
📱 (919) 218-6852

09/18/2026

What if you didn’t have to choose?💗🏡

I talk to buyers all the time who want a little more space, but they don’t necessarily want to give up living in a neighborhood.

They want some land, but they still want amenities. They want privacy, but they don’t want to feel isolated. They want room to spread out, but they still want to be close to the things they use every day.

That’s what I think is so easy to miss about this beautiful home at 49 Serenia Circle.

You’re on just over an acre lot, tucked away on a cul-de-sac…but you can hop on the golf cart and be at the pool, gym, tennis/pickleball courts, restaurants AND shopping in just minutes. You get the SPACE…without giving up the COMMUNITY.💗

And around here, that combination is getting harder and harder to find.

If you’ve been searching and feeling like you have to choose one or the other, you don’t…and I would love to show you this one. It’s GORGEOUS!😍🏡

🏡49 Serenia Circle in Clayton, NC
Flowers Plantation | Pineville West
Offered at $1.1M

Message me and I’ll show you around!!💗

09/17/2026

In this market, Buyers want to walk into a home and feel like the “to do list” is already DONE.✅

They have more choices, and the homes that feel clean, cared for and move-in ready are standing out.

But here’s the important part: “done” doesn’t always mean completely renovated.

There may be things I would absolutely recommend repairing, replacing or refreshing before you list. There may also be things I would tell you to leave completely alone because you’re unlikely to get that money back.

The right answer depends on your home, your price point, your neighborhood and what you’ll be competing against when it’s time to sell.

That’s why I’d much rather walk through your home early, before you start spending money, and help you decide what will actually MATTER to today’s buyers.

I’m putting the finishing touches on a practical seller prep guide called “Before You Spend a Dime” to help homeowners understand what’s worth doing, what may not be and when to call me before making the investment.

If selling in the next year or two has even crossed your mind….Preparation is EVERYTHING. Shoot me a message and I’ll make sure you get a copy of this guide when it’s ready. I’m also happy to come walk through your home and put another set of eyes on it as you decide what improvements make the MOST sense.🏡❤️ 🏡

09/16/2026

✨JUST LISTED in Clayton✨

Sometimes the right house comes along, and you just need a little vision.💗

This Clayton ranch is ready for its next chapter, and it has some of the features my buyers keep asking me for: One-level living, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a fireplace, a manageable .24-acre flat lot and a convenient location just off Hwy 70.

It has 1,370 square feet, the layout is simple and super functional, and with a little imagination it could be the place you can’t WAIT to come HOME to. I virtually staged a few of the rooms to help you see the possibilities.🏡

🏡105 McKenzie Circle | Clayton, NC
Offered at $295,000

Message me for details or to schedule a showing! I would love to show you around! Link to listing in the comments!:)
🏡💗

**Some Photos have been virtually staged. No permanent features of the home (including fixtures) have been altered.

09/15/2026

Put THIS sign out this morning🍂(it’s been so hot lately it doesn’t even feel like Fall) and it instantly made me want to pull out all my fall decor.🎃🍂

I can’t be the only one who suddenly looks around my house in the fall and starts making a list of things I want to do before the BUSY of the holiday season.🦃🎄

So tell me…what is ONE thing you want to get done around your house before the holidays?

Not the whole list. Just the ONE thing that keeps staring at you every time you walk past it.

Paint a room?
Clean out a closet?
Replace a light fixture?
Finish that project that's been “almost done” since 2023? 😬

Mine is cleaning out my closet and getting rid of some shoes(if you know me you already know🤦🏼‍♀️).

Drop your “to do” that needs to get DONE before Christmas below.⬇️

And if your list happens to require a painter, handyman, electrician, plumber, landscaper, organizer, etc., there's a pretty good chance I know somebody. Message me and I’ll be happy to share my contacts!❤️

If you are one of the above and I haven’t met you yet…feel free to reach out and make sure I know about your business. I LOVE helping my clients connect with AMAZING service providers!🏡

Address

8105 Fayetteville Road Suite 121/108
Raleigh, NC
27603

Telephone

+19196142538

Website

http://www.soldbysummer.com/

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