It's a fact, not all rental properties belong in a weekly vacation program. Many are more suited to longterm,
or yearly rentals. With the continued growth and changes on the Outer Banks, the need for year
round housing has become critical to the area. Southern Shores Realty is committed to filling that need
by representing selected homes and providing the best customer service on the beach. At the same
time, we strive to earn owners the greatest return on their investment.
When you employ Southern Shores Realty to manage your home in our long-term rental program, we
provide the following:
Marketing
- Internet advertising
- Weekly newspaper advertising
- Property showings to prospective tenants
Tenant Screening
- Substantiate employment
- Evaluate credit
- Verify references
Property Inspections
- Inspect & photograph premises before and after
each tenant - Inspect at Owner's request
Security Checks - When vacant, houses are checked twice monthly for security
Collection Services
- Collect monthly rent
- Collect payments for utilities remaining in owner's name
- Perform collection service for any past due amounts
Accounting Services
- Disburse rent to owner
- Pay any utilities which remain in owner's name
- Pay contractors' invoices (Only contractors who carry Workman's Compensation and Liability Insurance)
- Perform periodic audits of Owner and Tenant accounts
Maintenance and Housekeeping Services
- Troubleshoot & confirm maintenance issues
- Routine maintenance work at minimal cost with
itemized invoices - Coordinate maintenance work with contractors &
verify invoices - Arrange cleaning service between old/new tenants
Contact one of our Long Term Rental
Managers to see if our long term program
is right for your property
(800) 334-1000
Patrina Falacco Chappelle, ext. 304
Christy Cartwright, ext. 312