Cecil Cooke’s 20 years in real estate include working for a builder and in mortgage lending prior to general brokerage. An economics degree from Duke University and early training in the Trust Department at Wachovia make him particularly qualified in the finance realm. His strengths include knowledge of construction and personal association with the best evaluation and repair people in the area.

Born and raised in Durham, Cecil offers an unusual perspective, enlivened with historic anecdotes about the region shared with area newcomers and current residents.