Barge Group aims to modernize the real estate experience by providing a one-stop shop buying process for military families.
Professionalism
We have an unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards in everything we do - from the first point of communication to well after closing.
White-Glove Service
We will go above and beyond to make the home buying and selling experience seamless and stress-free for anyone moving to Fayetteville or Fort Liberty, with a special focus on military families as they navigate unique challenges.
Accountability
We will stand by our clients and our promises.
Problem Solvers
We will proactively address challenges and find the best solutions.
Our History
The Barge Group was founded in 2008 by Rich Barge as East Coast Insurance Services. With a mission to serve the community and create a legacy for his two sons, Joe and Jake, Rich applied his years of experience in the insurance industry to build a business dedicated to helping others. As a proud veteran of the 82nd Airborne, Rich chose to headquarter the agency in Fayetteville, NC, where he could focus on supporting his community, service members, veterans, and their families.
In 2013, after exiting the military Joe purchased the company, and in 2016, Joe and Jake formed a partnership, helping drive the agency’s growth and impact. Their combined vision for deeper community involvement led to the expansion of services, and in 2023, they began the journey to transform the business. After over a year of research and planning, the company was rebranded as The Barge Group on September 23, 2024.
Headquartered in Fayetteville and proudly serving all of North Carolina, The Barge Group now offers access to comprehensive insurance, real estate, and mortgage services. With a special focus on service members, veterans, and their families, we aim to make transitions—especially to Fort Liberty—smoother and more efficient.
Our core values of professionalism, accountability, and white-glove service drive us to be problem solvers for our clients, ensuring their unique needs are met with care and expertise.
Meet the Team
Why Barge Group is the Right Choice for You
We know firsthand the demands of military life because we have lived it.
Frequent moves, tight schedules, and the need for trustworthy support. With a deep understanding of these challenges, our family-owned business is committed to offering tailored solutions that ensure your transitions are stress-free by going above and beyond for you when you are not here. OCONUS or cross country move? No problem!
No more calling three different companies for your mortgage, insurance, and house hunting! Because we offer all three of these services, we are able to handle everything under one roof, we can take that long PCS checklist and condense it for you.
Being Fayetteville residents for over 30 years has allowed us to get to know the vibrant community and all it has to offer. We cannot wait for you to join us here at Fort Liberty and will be there to help every step of the way!
"Joe helped our family find and buy the home of our dreams and then sell our previous home! He walked through countless houses with us, always on short notice. He answered all of our questions and helped us understand the whole process. Joe was also very understanding and patient with our unpredictable scheduling due to the military. When the time came to sell our first home, he walked us through the process again, making sure everything went off without a hitch. Both buying and selling took less than 40 days, and Joe helped to keep us on track with deadlines, manage the paperwork, and phone calls. He was quick to respond to texts, calls, and emails. Joe is a wonderful communicator, detail oriented, and genuinely cares about getting families into a home they love and feel comfortable in. Buying and selling a home can be stressful, but Joe made the experience as easy as possible. Thank you, Joe!"
Jonathan & Mallory
"My family was severely impacted by hurricane Florence. Thanks to the guidance and advice of Joe Barge of East Coast Insurance Services, we had the coverage to get our house and lives back together relatively quickly. He and his staff were with us every step of the way to ensure our needs were met and repairs were getting done. No matter what your insurance needs are, my first stop would be Joe Barge and his team at East Coast Insurance Services!"
Ben
Sarah