TMI with Marti

Marti Hampton's Triangle Market Intelligence cuts through what's actually happening in the Raleigh housing market — local patterns, pricing shifts, and what's driving decisions in the Triangle. Grounded in decades of living and working here. No national noise. Just the market, clearly explained.

What's Happening in Raleigh


What's Really Behind Raleigh's Migration Boom

Every outlet has run the headline. North Carolina number one for migration. Raleigh booming. What none of them tell you is where people are actually going when they get here — and whether the growth s…

Where to Live in Durham, NC: Every Area, Honestly Explained

Most buyers moving to the Triangle start with Raleigh. The ones who do their homework take a serious look at Durham too — and they're usually glad they did. Durham prices generally run below Raleigh's…

The Real Cost of Living Outside Raleigh

If you feel priced out of Wake County, you're not imagining it. Homes in Johnston, Franklin, and Harnett counties can run 20 to 30% below comparable Wake County prices. The question isn't whether the…