John Durham
Managing Broker /Team Leader


John has been a licensed realtor since 2001 and has been a consistent multimillion dollar producer. He has made a personal commitment to exceed your expectations whether representing you as the seller or the buyer. He goes the extra mile by providing exceptional customer service, by providing assistance in obtaining financing, finding just the right home, negotiating contracts, and negotiating post-inspection repairs. His natural talent for negotiating, combined with his knowledge of the local community, and his many friends and associates, help to provide you with a positive experience and gives you the real estate advantage. To stay ahead in a very competitive field, John continues to attend real estate seminars and classes. He is a firm believer in continued education and training. Clients can count on John's integrity and commitment to excellence. A member of Metro South Association of Realtors, John has been named by Communities magazine "Communities 100" listing of Atlanta's 100 Leading Team Agents for the last 5 years.

  • Graduate of Georgia College and State University
  • Active Life Member of the Million Dollar Club Member
  • Member of National Association of Realtors
  • Member of Metro South Board of Realtors
  • Agent/Owner Starate Real Estate Associates 
  • Member of "The Sexton Durham Team"




Mike Bell
Listing Agent



Mike has been a licensed realtor since 2001. Mike's boundless vibrant energy and outstanding work ethics produce outstanding results. You will be hard pressed to find a more energetic and positive attitude. Mike loves his work, and it shows. Its this "can-do" attitude that has made him a million dollar producer and a success in the real estate field.

  • Graduate of Georgia College & State University
    Charter Member of Kappa Alpha Order
  • Active Member of the Million Dollar Club 
    Member of National Association of Realtors
  • Member of Metro South Board of Realtors
  • Member of "The Sexton Durham Team"





Paul Blair
Associate Broker/
Foreclosure Specialist


Pauls philosophy is to make selling your home as painless as possible and even a joy. Clients who have already been through this process with Paul comment on his abilities, resources, guidance and encouragement through some of the inevitable hurdles of home-buying. He is especially adept at handling any extra challenges that sometimes arise during the home-buying or home-selling process. He is committed to being there with his client every step of the way. Paul is also extremely thorough and very competent and knowledgable.
 


  • Member of the Commercial Board of Realtors.
  • Member of the Metro South Association of Realtors.
  • Member of National Association of Realtors 
  • Member of "The Sexton Durham Team"
 




Rita Tilt

Buyer's Agent
 





A native of Henry County and full time realtor with Starate Realty, Rita specializes in representing the client to the fullest degree. In addition to her duties as buyer's agent, Rita handles all aspects of the listing/ closing process for team. She communicates and follows up with all parties involved to ensure a smooth timely closing. This hands-on experience gives Rita an added advantage over other agents in that she has a well-rounded first hand knowledge of how the buying / selling process works.

  • Member of the National Association of Realtors.
  • Member of the Metro South Association of Realtors.  
  • Member of "The Sexton Durham Team"