Why does one need a property management company? Isn’t a property management company an unnecessary expense? This is quite frequently the feelings of most “mom and pop” landlords. Many choose to manage their income properties on their own. Most of the time, they can. However, at times, many feel they can never get out of town or put head to pillow at night without the worry of an unforeseen phone call from a tenant with an emergency. Other property owners feel that the expense of a management company does not outweigh the benefits. I am here to tell you that hiring a project management company is key to enhancing your rental income by providing you peace of mind that someone is managing your property while looking out for your best interest.

So, what does a property management company do exactly?

• Evaluate your property to determine a marketable rental rate
• Market your vacant property for rent (Zillow, MLS, craigslist, social media…)
• Meet with potential tenants while showing rental properties
• Tenant screening and background checks for selection of a qualified renter
• Draw up leases
• Move-IN/ Move-OUT Inspections
• Collect the rent and issue owner proceeds
• Manage property bills and expenses
• Available for emergency calls
• Handle maintenance and repairs
• Assist when tenants move out
• Maintain up-to-date licensing and property management accounts
• Annual and/or bi-annual property inspections
• Keep current with rental rates in your area and inform owners of timely rental increases to in order to stay current with local rates
• Give landlords peace of mind

Rates and Programs:

• Rates and Programs vary from 7%-10% of monthly rental income. Rates based on location and type of property.
• Options for Tenant Search Placement ONLY (No management)
• Call or email us today to get a detailed rate sheet for your property

We are a small, family-owned real estate and property management company. Taking pride in our work, ensures our clients that we have their interests at heart. Give us a call or email us today! We would love to discuss your property needs with you!

First bit of advice, don’t throw in the towel.  Upgrades, can certainly be an initial cost, but the improvements will add substantial value to your home that would be worth it when selling.

Remember that improvements may not just be those improvements that are visual, often improvements such as better insulation or upgrading the HVAC will increase the value of your home and in turn increase your listing price.  However, if you must choose on what to improve, the bathroom and kitchen are the most essential rooms in the house that buyers look for improvements.

It is proven that any time you complete a home improvement project, you are investing in your home and in the long run, earn more money. Buyers are more quickly to purchase a home that is move-in ready.  Sellers will find that it is easier to sell a home where they can offer upgrades as unique selling points.  Buyers are looking for listings where they see comments such as, “newly remodeled kitchen,” “granite countertops,” “updated appliances.”

An updated house, that is priced correctly, not only increases your selling price, but your home will spend less time on the market; exactly what every seller desires.