Dalie Realty and Management is a full service real estate firm. Our agents have years of experience listing and selling real estate in Metro Atlanta and are ready to serve your real housing needs!

We understand that the market has changed dramatically over the past few years and that you may not be ready to buy, or able to sell for that matter! So, all of our agents have committed to helping our clients find a home whether for sale or rent!

If you are having trouble selling your home in this market, you may be considering the idea of becoming a landlord. There are many benefits to being a landlord and, but it's understandable for a home owner to have reservations as there are risks involved. If you are faced with selling a home at a major loss, find yourself seeking a short sale or just need to move and can't sell, then being a landlord is going to be a great option for you.

So, now that you have decided to become a landlord, what do you do now? Well, you can start by deciding if you want to do it on your own or hire a management company.

If you want to try on your own, here are some steps you should take to rent out your home:

1. Market your home using a yard sign and advertise your home in as many websites that you can afford.

2. Be prepared to screen calls 7 days a week from 8 am to 9:30 pm.

3. Make appointments to show your property at the prospects convenience.

4. Take and screen applicants- make sure to verify that landlord references are actual landlords and not the applicants friends/family.

5. Do a thorough background check including criminal, credit and employment and income verification.

6. Draft a solid lease that will be enforceable by your local court system.

7. Collect your 1st month(s) rent and security deposit in certified funds- Watch out for fraudulent checks!

8. Perform your move-in and let your tenant document the property condition.

9. Be prepared for emergency maintenance calls. Remember, you are renting out your property and the little things that you fix on and every day basis probably won't be done by the tenant. It's still your home and your responsibility to repair it.

10. Closely follow Landlord-Tenant laws. If you fail to follow the law, you may give up your rights as a landlord and be taken advantage of.

If you are just not up to the task of doing it yourself, oour experienced property manager will manage your home to ensure that you have the best possible experience and that your home is well cared for.

For a full presentation of the services that we offer, please contact Dalie Realty and Management Today!

We are available during normal business hours Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday by appointment only.

24 Hours for Emergency Services- Please click the tenant services tab for emergency contact info.