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Friday 31 October 2014

How You Should Pick An Edmonton Property Management Company

By Young Lindsay


If you are thinking of renting out your residential or commercial property, you may be considering the services of a property manager. However, with many Edmonton property management companies in the market today, choosing the right one can be a challenging experience. You first need to determine your needs and what you expect from the manager. The following are factors that if considered, they will help you to make an informed choice.

There are many benefits of hiring a real estate management company to manage your investment. The company you choose will directly deal with your potential tenants and determine which ones are best suited for your investment. They can also save you a lot of time and worry by collecting rent and depositing in your account, listing your property and handling maintenance and repair issues. They will also evict tenants who do not subscribe to the tenant landlord contract.

The first thing you need to check is the type of properties they are currently managing. This can be followed up by checking how many employees have at their disposal to manage properties for their clients. These employees should be trained and equipped with accounting knowledge to help them properly manage properties.

The first think you need to check is if that company is licensed to provide these services in Edmonton. Licensing is a mandatory requirement for any service provider and also acts as a proof that you are dealing with a company that has the capacity of providing the services in question. Using the license number, it is also possible to determine the reputation of that service provider.

Choose a company that is experienced and knowledgeable in your local real estate market. Knowledge of your local market means that the prospective service providers understand what renters in that area are looking for. The managers should think of the investment from the perspective of a renter and hence help you to make smart and cost conscious decisions. An experienced manager will work towards making sure the investment remains competitive in the leasing market.

Property managers charge rates that vary depending on their experience and portfolio. It is hence very important to know which percentage they will be charging you. This should be evaluated alongside the quality of services they are providing. Consider asking for quotes from a number of companies and then settle for those who not only charge reasonably but also have a culture of providing excellent services.

Great customer service is mandatory. Look for a company that strives to provide excellent services to both you the owner and tenants. Check how they have been dealing with the previous clients and if they are ready to provide customized services. Ask them about what you think is important to the success of your investment, and if they do not buy your philosophy, it may be prudent to consider another company.

When choosing a property manager, it is important that you select the right one. Ask for referrals from real estate professionals in your locality. However, make it your business to evaluate their suitability for your investment.




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