Monarch Realty Co.

10/23/2026

Worse traffic areas in North Carolina

A North Carolina city is number one in the nation for… Traffic accidents!

10/21/2026

🌾🍁 Fall in Wake Forest — Market Snapshot & Friendly Advice
Fall has officially settled into Wake Forest, and it’s one of the best times of year to enjoy our small‑town charm and tree‑lined greenways. Homes here continue to draw strong interest, especially when they’re priced and presented well. Builders are active too, giving buyers more options and sometimes incentives.

If you’re thinking about buying, getting pre‑approved early makes your offer stronger and keeps the process smooth. And if new construction is on your radar, bring your agent from the very first visit — it protects you and helps you navigate upgrades, contracts, and negotiations.

For homeowners, fall is the perfect season to tidy up landscaping, clear gutters, and knock out small repairs. These little touches make a big difference when it’s time to sell.

Curious about your home’s value or what’s happening in your neighborhood? I’m always here to help — no pressure, just good information.

**Remember… it’s better with Barbara.**

10/20/2026

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08/29/2026

Fall Report 2026 across Wake Forest, Youngsville, Creedmoor, and Rolesville
• More inventory (but still below pre pandemic levels)
• Longer days on market → more time to shop
• Mid 6% mortgage rates → predictable budgeting
• Flattened prices → less pressure
• More price cuts & concessions
• Fewer bidding wars
• Stronger negotiating power
Youngsville and Rolesville offer the best leverage, Wake Forest offers the best selection, and Creedmoor offers the best negotiating conditions.

🧭 Neighborhood Level Interpretation (Cited)
🌳 Wake Forest
• Inventory rising but still tight — consistent with national supply still 18% below pre pandemic
• Competition remains, but fall gives buyers more time (national trend: more time to decide )
🌾 Youngsville
• Strongest buyer leverage: price cuts + concessions mirror national late summer peak in reductions
• Homes sitting longer → aligns with 60 day active listing age
🌲 Creedmoor
• Rural stability + slower pace → matches national neutral market where neither side has full leverage
• Sellers more flexible, consistent with sweetened deals (closing costs, rate buy downs)
🏘️ Rolesville
• New construction dominates → predictable pricing + incentives
• Resale homes see fall reductions, matching spring listed homes lowering prices by late summer

Call Barbara@ Monarch Realty for more information: (C) 571-217-5911

07/09/2026

New Resturants in Raleigh area!
When we're in town during the summer and want to beat the heat, one of our favorite things to do is explore the city's incredible food scene. Raleigh has seen an impressive lineup of new restaurants open their doors over the past few months, plus a highly anticipated spot arriving very soon. If you haven't been to these local gems yet, now is the perfect time to grab a table and give them a try, or add them to your watchlist!

Lewis Barbecue (2201 Iron Works Dr.) — Coming soon! Legendary pitmaster John Lewis is bringing his famed Central Texas-style barbecue to Raleigh Iron Works. Get ready for custom-smoked prime brisket, house-made tortillas, and an expansive patio that will be well worth the wait.

Big Cat (1000 Brookside Dr.) — Part neighborhood tavern, part sandwich shop, and part small market, this recently opened spot was built \"by the neighborhood, for the neighborhood.\" It offers fantastic hospitality-driven food and a great shaded patio.

Sunflower's Café (Rockway Raleigh) — Reopened! A legendary downtown institution has officially returned. The reimagined mom-and-pop cafe brings back the beloved scratch-made sandwiches and house-made desserts you remember, now paired with a full bar and craft cocktails.

Botiwalla by Chai Pani (2221 Iron Works Dr.) — Located at Raleigh Iron Works, Chef Meherwan Irani's lively tribute to India's iconic Irani cafes serves up vibrant, highly flavorful street grill fare, kababs, flatbreads, and Desi salads.

07/03/2026

This Fourth of July marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It is a big milestone, and a good reminder of why so many people are proud to call Raleigh and the Triangle home.

From neighborhood cookouts and time with family to fireworks, live music, and local events, this is one of those weekends where the community really shows up. The Triangle continues to be a place where people come to build, grow, invest, and put down roots. We are grateful to be part of that with our clients, friends, and neighbors.
Whether you are hosting at home, heading downtown, or using the long weekend to think through what is next, Barbara is always here as a resource for Raleigh and Triangle real estate.
Have a safe and Happy Fourth of July.

06/23/2026

Best interiors to help sell or rent

A Zillow survey reveals the best paint colors to sell a house to attract more prospective buyers — and potenially higher offers.