About Us:

If you are thinking of relocating to the Triangle Area - Congratulations! You have just made a Great Decision for yourself and your family.

If you already live here, you know first-hand why the Triangle is such a special place to live, work and relax.

Moving to North Carolina years ago was the Best Decision my family and I could have made. We were looking for a change from the cold Michigan winters and the volatile economic climate. The Triangle was the perfect choice with its mild winters, quality of life and diverse economic base.

We love living in North Carolina and the Triangle area in particular and we know YOU will too. We have everything you could ever want right in our own backyard - the finest educational institutions, world class health care, nationally recognized sports programs, and a thriving cultural arts environment.

Let us help you find your Dream Home in the Triangle - Whether you already live here and love it or are just moving into the area.

We specialize in Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary, Apex, Knightdale, Holly Springs, Durham and the surrounding areas.

Areas of Expertise

A few years ago, your agent would just have to put a sign in your yard and the offers would pour in -

Not anymore.

In this challenging market, you need a Professional agent with the experience to get the job done. Let me put my 13 years of real estate experience to work for you to help you make sound financial real estate decisions.

I am a Professional Real Estate Broker with an MBA from the University of Michigan.

I have the experience and the skills to get the job done regardless of the challenges.

Short Sales

Foreclosures

Investors

First Time Homebuyers

New Construction

Estate Homes

We work with all types of Buyers and Sellers - Not all Agents have the Experience to do that.

Want more Information?

Visit my websites for up to date information every buyer and seller must know:

www.SearchRaleighRealEstate.com

www.MarcIafrate.com

What Our Clients Say...

"I apologize for the late delivery of our sincere thanks for all the work you did on finding us a home. Words are not adequate enough to express our gratitude for all of the hours you spent finding this house. Your professionalism was evident in the commitment and dedication you demonstrated helping our family reach our goal! Thank you Marc for all you have done for us. Please stay in touch and when the paint dries and the boxes are unpacked we would like to have you and your family over for dinner!" - Thad & Melissa S. and Family, Raleigh, NC

... "Marc, I was a bit upset that Melissa mailed off the thank you card without giving me a chance for input. Nevertheless, I'm thanking you now. I'm confident that she covered every bit of the wonderful job you did making our home buying experience as stress-free as possible. We both enjoyed your newsletter and if you are in need of customer quotes or references, here is one from Melissa and I: 'Marc not only advertises as a friendly, trustworthy real estate broker, he is the most friendly and trustworthy guy I know'. " -Thad & Melissa S. and Family, Raleigh, NC

"We wanted to say thank you for all you did for us in regards to our home search.
We were first time home buyers so we were a little unsure of the process.
You always made us feel like we were your #1 priority.
We appreciated your input and how fast you ALWAYS got back to us 7 days a week any time of the day literally.
You helped to make this experience not as stressful." - Brad & Mandi G.

"Marc did a great job in all aspects throughout the home search / contract / closing process. He was very thorough and on top of everything and answered all of my many questions. We really appreciated Marc's demeanor and felt like he placed getting us in the right home as the top priority, not necessarily just getting us in a house fast. Overall, we could not have been any more pleased with our experience." - Russell & Lauren G.

"Marc was wonderful. He helped us every step of the way.
Marc listened to what we wanted, gave suggestions, and provided us with plenty of options.
He was always available and answered ALL of our questions (and we had lots!)
We were looking for a house to rent and he treated us as if we were purchasing a million dollar mansion.
When the time comes to purchase our first home,
Marc will definitely be the first person we call." - Charlie & Stephanie S.

"Thanks again for everything you have done.
I know its your job but some people do it better than others!" - Scott & Lillian M.

Marc was "Reliable, honest, trustworthy, helpful"
Here is what else they had to say:
I Received Regular Updates: "Excellent"
E-mail and Phone Calls were Returned Promptly: "Excellent"
Would You Recommend Us to Friends and Family?: "Yes" - Clinton & Marcie M.

"Given the opportunity,
I would welcome the opportunity to work with Marc again" - John B.

"Marc just plain gets it!
A great colleague with whom you would want to work." - Keith G.

Success Stories

** Are you facing a Short Sale or Foreclosure?

One of my most memorable clients contacted me via e-mail, they were about to face foreclosure, they had their home listed with another agent for months with no success - Could I help them? Absolutely.
By pricing the home right, marketing it aggressively and working closely with the Lender, the home sold in 90 days and the homeowner avoided foreclosure. Helping a homeowner facing a tough situation like this is one of the most rewarding experiences for me as a real estate broker.

** Has a Low Appraisal killed your Sale? Not Mine.

When one of my Listings appraised for $20,000 less than the negotiated Sales Price, the deal could have died right then. But it didn't. Because as a Professional, I took the time to contact the Appraiser, review the report in detail and discovered some mistakes. The Appraiser agreed with my analysis after reviewing the FACTS. The home appraised at the Sales Price and both the Buyer and Seller were delighted that the transaction closed on time.

** The Sellers said the home had a New Roof - Not Really....

The Sellers said they had a new roof, but we weren't convinced. Sure enough, a comprehensive home inspection revealed some problems with the roof. It needed to be replaced. Because it would have cost several thousand dollars to replace the roof, my clients were ready to walk away from the sale even though they loved this house. After some tough negotiations, I was able to get the Sellers to take the cost of the new roof off the Sale Price of the home.

In the end, my clients got exactly what they wanted - a beautiful home with a NEW ROOF!

A lot of Real Estate transactions proceed smoothly, but a lot of transactions don't. You never know when you might be faced with some surprises or difficult situations when you buy or sell a home. That's why you want a Professional and Experienced Real Estate Broker on your side.

Call MARC IAFRATE, MBA when you are ready to work with a REAL Estate Professional.