I am married and have two children who keep me busy, and I am always on the go.  My friends can tell you that I am loyal, hardworking and very dedicated.  I have lived in North Carolina most of my life and moved to the Triangle area from the mountains to earn a degree in advertising from UNC-Chapel Hill. After college I relocated to Raleigh, living in several different communities providing me with insights of our local real estate markets.   Currently I'm enjoying the sights and sounds of my natural surroundings in Zebulon where I live with my husband Jason and two children.

I chose to work with Parrish Realty because they have a comfortable "small town" feel but they offer "big town" service.   I have been licensed in Real Estate since 1994 and have been with Parrish Realty since 2007.  I have my E-Pro Designation and am currently working on my ABR - Acredited Buyer's Representative.  I am always the student and love learning.  I believe that trust is the key to any relationship and that I am comfortable giving that trust to my clients.  Please use my knowledge of the market and my experience to the fullest so that you get the best deal and the best experience when buying or selling your home.

As your agent I will work hard to keep you up-to-date and informed along the way so you can make the best decisions for you as an individual or a family. I work with buyers and sellers and I always keep the best interests of my clients in focus.  I truly look forward to working with you and giving you the attention, service, and open communication that you should expect from a professional Realtor. 

Here's what my clients have to say about me:

Testimonials

" Words realy can't express my gratitude!  You have helped me make a huge step for myself and my family (and you made it so simple!)  Please feel like you can visit ANYTIME!! Thank You Thank You Thank You!!! " Shannon M. (Buyer - Knightdale)

"Thanks for everything you've done for us! We are so happy that the house sold and that the process was quick and smooth! We definitely credit you for making it all happen ..."  Meghan & Owen B. (Sellers - Wendell)

“When I called Parish Realty and I spoke with Cara, her words were, “I can help you!” and she did in every way.  I was very frustrated but she was so reassuring and helpful.  She made buying my first home a smooth transition.  Her willingness to go beyond, to make sure I was informed every step of the way. Cara always returned my calls, answered all my questions, even if I asked them more than once.  She always listened to my every concern and was always pleasant, polite and professional.  Even after the closing I had a concern about some paperwork, she never hesitated.  She jumped right on it to make sure everything was taken care of.  My son and I both have mentioned her to potential buyers because she is truly one in a million, a truly wonderful person to work with.”  Janice P. (Buyer - Knightdale)

"Cara Keys was very helpful in every area and went out of her way in getting closing on this property.  I could not have had a better agent.  I thank God for her." Quinessa B. (Seller - Zebulon)

"We just wanted to thank you for everything you did to make sure we were able to buy the house.  Thank you so much.  We love the house and are just starting to settle in having just about everything unpacked.  Anyway, we just wanted to send a quick thank you!"  Wade & Aquila H. (Buyer - Knightdale)

"Cara did a great job throughout the time she worked with us.  She was courteous, knowledgeable and well prepared.  She went out of her way to make things convenient for us.  My husband and I talked to several real estate agents before we had the good fortune of finding Cara.  The agents we talked with before we talked to Cara did not follow through and provide us with the information we requested.  Cara was wonderful!  She always took the time to answer our numerous questions and help us in any way that she could."  Joey & Stephanie R (Buyer - Franklinton)

"We can never thank you enough for all your time, efforts, assistance, opinions, and guidance during what could have been a stressful/timely endeavor, but ended up being a wonderful, painless and quick closing."  Dale & Melissa B. (Buyer - Short Sale - Durham)

"My agent (Cara Keys) was understaning, professional, courteous.  I believe we could not have had a better agent. Thank her for me." Jackie & Joan H. (Buyers - Zebulon)

"I loved cara's honesty.  She was never pushy or agressive.  We plan on investing in several properties in the next few years.  We plan on Cara assisting us in all of them."  Amy & Guy H. (Buyers - Investment - Knightdale)

"We are working with Cara again.  This time to sell our old house.  We'd highly recommend Cara."  Kim & Jimmy M. (Sellers - Knightdale) (Buyers - Raleigh)