Comments on: Things to Consider when Interviewing Property Management Companies

By: Jordan Muela

Jordan Muela — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:26:48 +0000

Wow, I am amazed at how popular this post has been and that it is still getting comments.

Joshua makes some great points here. The comment on contract termination is spot on as you always want to ensure that you are going to have an escape plan if things don’t work out.

There really are alot of factors to consider, but given what your asking them to take care of, its definitely worth doing your due diligence upfront.

By: Carmela

Carmela — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:04:04 +0000

Thank you for the post — I have to fire my property management company of 12 years and hire a new one. I live in WAshington state and my property is in California. I’ve got a lead on a company that I will interview when I am down there this week – the other company that was recommended to me I used years ago and fired them, so I hope this new company works out. Anyone heard of Cornerstone Property Management in La Verne, CA? There is nothing on Better Business Bureau.

By: Christina

Christina — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:09:30 +0000

Does anyone have a list of “need to know” items when taking over a property from another management company? Like, how old is the property? How much are the rental rates? etc. etc.

By: Val Walker

Val Walker — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:42:59 +0000

I am planning to list my vacant home with CSA REAL PROPERTIES and MANAGEMENT,LLC in Atlanta, GA. Does anyone have anything to say about this company?

By: Dwayne Fields

Dwayne Fields — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:16:49 +0000

Hello,I know for sure that no business is safe without haveing safe,trusted maintenance personel that you’re working with.I stated a mintenance/clean-up/janitorial business in the 80’s.Unforunately i tried of being asked to equipt client’s for others which was a second income in desquise and I did’nt realize it!I plan to return to this occupation if any one is in need of a geat handyman for one or two propertie’s please,please!Don’t be shy !

By: Joshua Dorkin

Joshua Dorkin — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:12:01 +0000

If it is not explicitly written in your agreement with them, one would assume that the funds would be turned over along with keys and all leases and documents after termination. You probably need to talk with your attorney on this one ASAP.

By: Edward Bridges

Edward Bridges — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 21:18:04 +0000

What is the law regarding the return of a security deposit by a property manager to a property owner after the cancellation of a
property management contract. What are the legal steps to get this deposit back when the property manager ignores your request?