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What Do Property Mangers Do?

What Do Property Managers, or Real Estate Managers, Do?

• What types of real estate do property management companies oversee?
• Why should I hire a professional property management company, or real estate management company, to manage my rental property?
• I live far from my rental property. Does it make sense for me to hire a property management company to manage my property?
• Can a property manager help me find and keep good tenants?
• Can a property manager help me avoid bad tenants?
• Will a property manager show my property?
• Can a property manager or real estate manager help me with administrative and financial details?
• Can a property manager help me with upkeep and maintenance of my investment property?

What types of real estate do property management companies oversee?

Property managers manage all types of properties, including homes, apartments, mobile home parks, stores, offices, industrial properties, and storage facilities.

Why should I hire a professional property management company, or real estate management company, to manage my rental property?

If you lack the time or expertise needed for day-to-day management of your commercial or residential real estate investments, an expert property manager can help you.

A property management company can help you:

• Market your rental property to minimize vacancies and maximize income (link: Property managers make their livings because they know the rental market, what comparable properties are renting for, and what potential renters are willing to pay for a rental property. They have the marketing know-how to reach potential renters and they have the experience and resources to weed out potential bad renters);
• Fill vacancies with the best possible tenants;
• Maintain and keep your rental property in good condition (link: Property managers handle and coordinate routine repairs as well as emergency repairs. They have the experience to avoid unnecessary repairs to save you money);
• Track income and expenses to determine profitability;
• Negotiate rental agreements;
• Collect rent and track tenant deposits;
• Comply with federal, state and local laws; and
• Respond to tenant requests and deal with problem tenants

In short, property managers help you make the most from your rental property and they can save you time.

I live far from my rental property. Does it make sense for me to hire a property management company to manage my property?

A local property manager can keep an eye on your rental property to make sure that the tenants are taking good care of it. Local property managers tend to find problems sooner and correct them more efficiently. In addition, local property managers often have contractors they work with and trust for various repair jobs, which can save rental property owners money and time.

Can a property manager help me find and keep good tenants?

Often, good tenants will rent only through a reputable property manager because everything from initially viewing the property, to negotiating and signing the lease agreement, to dealing with maintenance and repairs, to making rental payments is more efficient and streamlined if a professional company located in the area is coordinating providing the service.

Can a property manager help me avoid bad tenants?

Typically bad tenants will target owner-managed rentals because they can't pass muster with property managers. They know that when a property is for rent by owner the rent will be less and there will be less scrutiny of their financial situation. Because bad tenants can't be evicted without notice and an eviction can take months and cost you money, property managers will track references and do their utmost to avoid potential bad tenants and associated eviction problems.

Will a property manager show my property?

Yes. While it may be inconvenient for you to take time to show your property, and to deal with potential renters who may not show up for their appointments, it is a property manager's job to respond quickly to requests from potential renters to view a property and property managers can also pre-screen potential tenants.
Can a property manager or real estate manager help me with administrative and financial details?

Yes. Generally, property managers and real estate managers handle the financial operations of the property, ensuring that rent is collected and that mortgages, taxes, insurance premiums, payroll, and maintenance bills are paid on time. In community associations, although homeowners pay no rent and pay their own real estate taxes and mortgages, community association managers must collect association dues. Some property managers, called asset property managers, supervise the preparation of financial statements and periodically report to the owners on the status of the property, occupancy rates, dates of lease expirations, and other matters.

Can a property manager help me with upkeep and maintenance of my investment property?

Yes. Property managers negotiate contracts for janitorial, security, grounds keeping, trash removal, and other services. When contracts are awarded competitively, managers solicit bids from several contractors and recommend to the owners which bid to accept. They monitor the performance of contractors and investigate and resolve complaints from residents and tenants when services are not properly provided. Managers also purchase supplies and equipment for the property and make arrangements with specialists for repairs that cannot be handled by regular property maintenance staff.

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