I am looking for an experienced property manager to handle small multi family in a c class neighborhood of Bonita Springs Florida

JJ

Many Landlords complain about Property Managers. We're glorified rent collectors. We're thieves. We don't care about the property like a Landlord would.

Do you want the truth? Bad property managers exist because of bad Landlords! If you hire the first PM to show up in a Google search or the one with the lowest management fee, you're getting exactly what you deserve.

When searching for tenants, do you take the first person to show up with cash in hand or do you screen them and look for the best applicant for your rental? Likewise, you can roll the dice on a Property Manager or you can put in the effort to "screen" them and choose the one that is best for your situation and property. It's not rocket science but it does take some work.

You can start by going to www.narpm.org and search their directory of managers. These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics. It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

1. Ask how many units they manage and how much experience they have. If it's a larger organization, feel free to inquire about their different staff qualifications.

2. Review their management agreement. Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, but especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.

3. Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers. It may sound nice to pay a 5% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no add-on fees. Fees should be clearly stated, easy to understand, and justifiable. If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee. Don't be afraid to negotiate!

4. Review their lease agreement and addendums. Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.

5. Don't just read the lease! Ask the manager to explain their process for dealing with maintenance or problem tenants. If they are professional, they can explain this quickly and easily. If they are VERY professional, they will have their processes in writing as verification that it is enforced equally and fairly by their entire staff.

6. Ask to speak with some of their current owners and current/former tenants. You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp. Just remember: most negative reviews are written by problematic tenants. The fact they are complaining online might be an indication the property manager dealt with them properly so be sure to ask the manager for their side of the story.

I hope this basic guide helps. If you have specific questions about property management, I'll be happy to help!

Try jay berube just google him he is founder of encompass property management.

 I Have a great recommendation if anyone needs one for this area. Happy to share her name. 

Marc I would appreciate you sharing her name

JJ

We're still here doing PM if anyone needs it. Market has been booming since re-opening in May.