Managing our first Section 8
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Managing our first Section 8
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Michael DiossaPro Member
Investor · RI · Member since 2023 · 191 posts · 163 votesQuote from @Austin McClain:
I recommend hiring a property manager if you're out of state. Managing a section 8 rental without being on the ground will be difficult. If you'd like some referrals I can send them over to review
I second this. How many units is this property?
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- 2yAustin McClainBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent · OH · Member since 2021 · 347 posts · 602 votes
I recommend hiring a property manager if you're out of state. Managing a section 8 rental without being on the ground will be difficult. If you'd like some referrals I can send them over to review
- Member since 2022 · 29 posts · 22 votes2yThank you! I would appreciate that.
Quote from @Austin McClain:
I recommend hiring a property manager if you're out of state. Managing a section 8 rental without being on the ground will be difficult. If you'd like some referrals I can send them over to review
- 2yZeke ListonBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2018 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
Hi Rhianna, are you local to Akron? If you're out of state, I would suggest finding a different PM to help out. I can send some recommendations if you'd like.
Forge Real Estate Advisors535 Reviews - 2yMichael SmytheBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent · Metro Detroit · Member since 2023 · 4k+ posts · 3k+ votes
We also wouldn't recommend trying to DIY manage.
Most S8 tenants will be Class C and Class C properties are extremely difficult to manage remotely!
Class A is usually fine to remote manage.
Class B can also be remotely managed if you know what you are doing.
Logical Property Management4.9446 Reviews - Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
- Member since 2022 · 29 posts · 22 votes2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
- Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
which I will give you a thumbs up or down, I know them all,
- Member since 2023 · 35 posts · 7 votes2y
Awesome. What is the typical payout for PM who manages Section8?
- New to Real Estate · Long Island, NY · Member since 2018 · 16 posts · 15 votes2y
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
Hi Rhianna, interested in connecting with you about the Akron Section 8 Property Manager. Im currently looking to buy in Akron as well, and will eventually need a Sec 8 Property Manager.
- Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2yI know most of them, happy to recommend.
Quote from @Mavely Pazmino:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
Hi Rhianna, interested in connecting with you about the Akron Section 8 Property Manager. Im currently looking to buy in Akron as well, and will eventually need a Sec 8 Property Manager.
- 2yMichael SmytheBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent · Metro Detroit · Member since 2023 · 4k+ posts · 3k+ votes
@Rakumarudu Nijam Section 8 tenants take more time to manage as they are Class C or D and many don'[t want to lift a finger to do anything themselves - this includes filling out their own S8 paperwork! Many play "dumb" (but is it playing?) despite just telling you they've had their S8 voucher for 5+ years.
What other headaches does a PMC have to deal with specifically for S8?
- Initial paperwork and chasing overworked caseworkers to process it, so tenant can move in
- Helping the tenant complete & turn in their required paperwork to start the lease
- Annual S8 inspections, which tenants often make difficult to schedule
- Dealing with silly maintenance requests because tenant too lazy to change lightbulbs, etc.
- Getting tenants to agree to rent increases and turning in all the required paperwork to caseworker, then, you guessed it, chasing them to process it
- Dealing with the tenant's "entitlement attitude" that they don't have to follow the terms of the lease, so they move in other individuals and/or get pets without permission.So, a good PMC will charge something more to manage a S8 tenant/property - either a higher percentage or a one-time or annual fee.
Logical Property Management4.9446 Reviews - Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Rakumarudu Nijam:
Awesome. What is the typical payout for PM who manages Section8?
8- 10% ,
- Realtor · Cleveland, OH · Member since 2023 · 340 posts · 215 votes2y
Hi, I would definitely hire a PM since, you are a resident out of state. I always let my clients know to do their homework and search online and interview different PM companies. You will have to do business with them regarding your properties. You want to make sure that your properties are taken care of at all times. Also, anything can happen at any time so, you will need someone to handle any concerns/issues. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Good luck!
- Member since 2023 · 4 posts · 0 votes2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
Hi Bob, who do you recommend in Akron that advertises your property on the Affordable Housing website?
- Member since 2023 · 4 posts · 0 votes2y
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
- Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
- Real Estate Agent · Akron, OH · Member since 2017 · 73 posts · 48 votes2y
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
Hi Bob, who do you recommend in Akron that advertises your property on the Affordable Housing website?
I just put them up on the AMHA search myself and put my PM as contact but I tend to be hands on.
- 2yMichael DiossaPro MemberInvestor · RI · Member since 2023 · 191 posts · 163 votes
Quote from @Austin McClain:
I recommend hiring a property manager if you're out of state. Managing a section 8 rental without being on the ground will be difficult. If you'd like some referrals I can send them over to review
I second this. How many units is this property?
- Member since 2023 · 4 posts · 0 votes2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
Thank you everyone, very helpful! 3 units, 2 has to be vacated though. Please feel free to DM / post any recommendations for PM in Akron. I appreciate you all
- Member since 2023 · 2 posts · 1 vote2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
Hi Steven, Can you suggest some good property management company in Akron for section 8 rentals
- Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Manjit Singh Khara:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
Hi Steven, Can you suggest some good property management company in Akron for section 8 rentals
OF course, how many do you have and what is the address?
- Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
Why PM yourself, the 100 or so a month is meaningless, I live OOS and would never want to be bothered with the issues.
- Member since 2023 · 2 posts · 1 vote2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Manjit Singh Khara:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
Hi Steven, Can you suggest some good property management company in Akron for section 8 rentals
OF course, how many do you have and what is the address?
I am in the process of buying my first single family house in Akron. I need a good property manager there
- Real Estate Consultant · Cleveland · Member since 2020 · 6k+ posts · 3k+ votes2y
Quote from @Manjit Singh Khara:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Manjit Singh Khara:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
Hi Steven, Can you suggest some good property management company in Akron for section 8 rentals
OF course, how many do you have and what is the address?
I am in the process of buying my first single family house in Akron. I need a good property manager there
What does that mean, "in the process" ? Are you in contract " Also why Akron and are you cash? I know all the PMs in the area .
BTW who walked it? Who provided you with the reno budget? How do you know its a good deal? I am happy to help ,
- Member since 2024 · 2 posts · 0 votes2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Manjit Singh Khara:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Manjit Singh Khara:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Noemi Cser:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Rhianna Cultrona:
Hi all! We are closing on a property in Akron. It is currently section 8 with a tenant in place. We have other properties that are not section 8 so we are familiar with the area. Our current PM isn’t taking new properties so we are thinking we might try to manage ourselves. This is risky since we are out of state so I am looking for pointers on how the transition works on a section 8 and really anything else you think could help my research. I was on the AMHA website and didn’t really find what I was looking for. TIA
We have about 30 props in Akron, I would never in a million years even think about self-managing, why? Its like 100 bux a month, meaningless fee for them to handle it all
Good luck
That was a momentary lapse in judgement lol. I recovered and hired a PM who specializes in S8
@Rhianna Cultrona Please share!
How many do you have there? Are they rented, ?
Hi Steven, Can you suggest some good property management company in Akron for section 8 rentals
OF course, how many do you have and what is the address?
I am in the process of buying my first single family house in Akron. I need a good property manager there
What does that mean, "in the process" ? Are you in contract " Also why Akron and are you cash? I know all the PMs in the area .
BTW who walked it? Who provided you with the reno budget? How do you know its a good deal? I am happy to help ,
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