Tuesday, January 31, 2012

When Should a Landlord Hire a Property Management Company? Now!


One of the biggest decisions a landlord will make during their years as property owners is hiring a property management company. Smaller complexes are still managed by the landlords themselves or with the help of an employee, but even in a small complex, corporate or residential, landlords may need more help than they think. This is exactly the time hiring a property management firm makes the most sense.

Not only are property management companies a huge asset to the company as a whole, but the elevated level of care taken with the complex can make it a more appealing place to live or conduct business, making the complex itself more lucrative for the landlord. Carefully review the following points to see if hiring a Property Management Firm is right for your business.

The PMC's Role in Your Business
One of the biggest questions landlords typically have is, 'what do you do?'. Property management companies deal one on one with tenants and potential tenants including rent collecting, maintenance and repairs, complaint handling and dealing with evictions, leaving you more time to pursue marketing and other property investment opportunities
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When to Hire a Property Management Company
It is never a bad decision to hire a property management company, but as a real estate investor, it is up to you to determine whether it is the right investment for your business as the service can sometimes be expensive.

You should hire a PMC if:
1. You have several properties and/or rental units.
2. Your time is limited.
3. You don't want to/like hands-on management.
4. You can afford it!
5. You don't live close to your properties.
6. You suddenly find yourself with too much to do and not enough time to do it.
7. You don't want to be an employer.
If you fit into one of the many reasons you should hire a property management firm, give MK Assets a call to speak about how we can help you get the help you need with your real estate investments.

Courtesy Rental Choice

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