One leg up on every move you make.
Derek Raposo and Tyler Carper pair deep local market knowledge with a modern, tech-forward approach — so buying, selling, or investing feels less like a transaction and more like a well-run plan.
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A team that treats your move like it's our own.
We built One Leg Up Realty around one idea: real estate should feel personal, informed, and completely stress-free — from the first showing to the closing table.
Expert Local Knowledge
Deep, current insight into Wake Forest and Triangle market trends so every decision is backed by data, not guesswork.
Personalized Service
No cookie-cutter playbooks. We take the time to understand your goals and build a plan around them.
Effective Negotiation
A proven track record of securing favorable terms and pricing for buyers and sellers alike.
Transparency, Always
Honest guidance and clear communication at every step — you'll always know exactly where things stand.
Full-service support, whichever side of the deal you're on.
Buying, selling, or growing an investment portfolio — we bring the same rigor and care to every engagement.
Buyer Representation
Full guidance from search to closing — showings, offers, negotiation, and everything between.
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Seller Representation
Professional photography, targeted marketing, and pricing strategy built to net you top dollar.
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Investment Opportunities
Expert guidance on identifying and navigating lucrative real estate investments in the Triangle.
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New Listing
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Modern Contemporary Retreat
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Just Sold
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Classic Wrap-Porch Farmhouse
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$449,500
Move-In-Ready Brick Ranch
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We know these streets — literally.
Wake Forest
Raleigh
Rolesville
YoungsvilleThe people behind One Leg Up.
Two local agents, one shared standard: show up prepared, communicate honestly, and get the details right.
Tyler Carper
A Carolina guy through and through, Tyler brings 23+ years of client-service experience and a network of trusted stagers, inspectors, and designers to every transaction.
Derek Raposo
Derek pairs a career in technology with real estate, using data and modern tools to streamline the buying and selling process for every client.
Trusted by families across the Triangle.
"Derek Raposo is the #1 Realtor ever! Derek went above and beyond for our family! He is very helpful and knowledgeable of everything, answering every question we had. He knows his stuff! Derek sold our home and helped us find a brand new home in 30 days! We definitely love him for that! All in all Derek is genuinely an amazing talented super awesome person! We highly recommend Derek Raposo for buying or selling your home."
"We just had the pleasure of working with Derek Raposo of One Leg Up Realty on purchasing a new home. He made the entire process very smooth. Always on time, always answered every question in a very timely manner and was very professional. He went above and beyond for us. We are very happy to have worked with him. If you're looking for a realtor who delivers outstanding service then Derek is the one."
"Had a fantastic stress free experience because of Tyler. He did a great job helping me keep my eye on the timeline but if I needed to push the timeline for any reason, he was always calm and encouraging. He absolutely put my needs first each step of the way. He has a great eye for decorating/staging too. I highly recommend Tyler to anyone looking to sell their home."
"Wow. I have nothing to say but good things. When we first met, my husband and I knew this would be the perfect Seller/Agent experience. We could not have asked for a better team. The marketing of our home was extraordinary, from the beautiful photos, video and wording for the sale. They also created wonderful postcard notes that were placed strategically around the home with amazing descriptions. The sale of our home was painless. In the end we have made a friend for life."
"We had a fantastic experience with Derek Raposo and his team at One Leg Up Realty. From the very beginning with pricing, staging, photographing, and listing, Derek was positive and encouraging... walking us through the various stages of selling our Aunt's home. We were working from out of town, so Derek did a lot of 'leg' work for us, going above what was expected. He kept us informed after each showing, and led us through the closing."
"Derek and his team were absolutely amazing from start to finish. Correspondence and follow up were perfect. Open houses - like none we'd ever seen or experienced. We felt so lucky to have them working for us. So glad we connected and hope we can remain so for years to come!"
"Derek and Tyler are great! We have never had such an easy team to promptly communicate and work with. From start to finish every detail was taken care of and we could really tell that they cared about our family! The attention to detail from the listing appointment, photographs, and negotiating our contract was top notch. Their commitment and quality of work are miles above any other agent we've used. Highly recommended!"
"When I was in a short bind, Tyler went above and beyond to help me find a rental townhome as quickly as he could. He was always available when I wanted to look at potential places and he was very helpful in contacting other realtors about the properties I was interested in. Tyler always served me service with a smile, and it's obvious he is a knowledgeable and great realtor. For anyone in the market for a new home or rental, Tyler is your man. Highly recommended!"
"Tyler was an exceptional agent. He was so quick to answer our questions and got us into homes very fast. We are grateful for having him during this relocation. His dedication and professionalism made the process smooth and stress-free."