The sales market is good and getting better, but currently I am doing more lease/rent business with no slowing down till around January time frame. If you would like to discuss your rental options let me know.
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Hi Amy -

Why are you leaving the home? In my opinion that makes a difference.

Most of my clients are moving up so they have to sell to move into the next home. A few that could hang onto their homes tried to be landlords and they have learned what a headache that can be. Bottom line is that being a landlord is not something most people will find appealing - there are too many reasons to go into it here. There are benefits for the long term, but understand you have to run it as a business - a very effective and bottom line business - and that might include booting your renters. Understand as well that renting will typically mandate updating when renters leave. Usually paint and carpets need work or replacement - sometimes additional maintenance as well.

If you do rent, the AJC is a great place to post as is Craig's List. Agents typically charge a fee for inclusion in the MLS. A lost thought - it would be very wise to touch base with a management company that can screen your renters - verify everything!

If we can help, drop me an email. If you want an opinion of value we can also do that -

Hank Miller, SRA, ABR
Associate Broker & Certified Appraiser
678-428-8276

Amy,
This is not the best time to enter the market (with the holidays around the corner, etc.) however, homes are selling as long as they are priced aggressively. My suggestion is to market your home as both a possible rental or sale. Price it GREAT, stage it perfect, and it will get attention! Let me know if have any additional questions.
Jackie Taylor
jackietaylor00@gmail.com
404-934-4088

Hello Amy, yes it is a tough market but homes still do sell. Considering that you have spent time and money to prepare the home for sale, I would suggest you offer it for sale. On the flip side if you are asking for rents $1800 and under you may rent it quicker, taking into consideration average sale time in the area is about 4 to 6 months. A triple take won't hurt a thing so I say offer all and take the best offer scenario. Let me know if I can provide further assistance. Good Luck as you decide on the path to follow.