Services
We are committed to fulfilling your property management needs. Below is a list of our property management services
Professional, Prompt and Courteous Service
- As a Delaware Corporation since 1987 we strive to provide each of our clients and their tenants with professional, prompt, and courteous service. We treat all clients and tenants with respect and dignity.
Prepare Your Property to be Rented
- Your Property Manager will meet with you to evaluate your property and make recommendations to prepare your property to obtain the optimal monthly rental amount.
- Your Property Manager will coordinate the completion of any maintenance or repair items you have approved using our extensive network of qualified licensed contractors to ensure all work is completed in a timely manner.
Determine the Optimal Monthly Rental Amount
- Your Property Manager will do a market analysis to determine the optimal monthly rental amount for your property utilizing a wide range of professional resources.
Design a Targeted Marketing Program
- Your Property Manager will meet with you to design a targeted marketing program to rent your property as quickly as possible.
- Your Property Manager will execute your targeted marking program utilizing the Internet, local newspapers, circulars, and property signs.
- Your Property Manager will promptly pursue all leads and inquiries and schedule showings of your property during the week, evenings, and weekends.
Thorough Screening of Applicants
- Your Property Manager will thoroughly review each prospective tenant's rental and credit history, including prior evictions and judgements.
- Your Property Manager will verify your new tenant's current employment and stated income.
- Your Property Manager will contact your new tenant's previous landlord(s) to verify payment history and care of property.
- Your Property Manager will discuss the results of the screening process with you and make our recommendation.
Coordinate Move-In of New Tenant
- Your Property Manager will collect the first month's rent and security deposit prior to your tenant's move-in.
- Your Property Manager will prepare all rental and lease agreements utilizing the most current Delaware Landlord / Tenant code
- Your Property Manager will meet with your new tenant and ensure all agreements have been properly executed prior to his or her move-in.
- Your Property Manager will document your property's condition utilizing digital photography prior to your new tenant's move-in.
- Your Property Manager will have your tenant complete and sign a “Statement of Condition” report verifying the condition of the property at the time of his or her move-in.
- Your Property Manager will instruct your tenant regarding rental payment terms and required property maintenance.
Prompt Rental Receipt Collections and Disbursements
- Your Property Manager will promptly collect your rental income from your tenant at the beginning of each month.
- Our Accounting Department will disburse the rental proceeds as per the Management Agreement on a monthly basis
- Your Property Manager will send five day notices if rent has not been paid by the second day of each month.
- Your Property Manager will coordinate the start of unlawful detainer action to evict your tenant in the event the rent or damages is not paid.
Detailed Monthly Accounting Reports
- Our Accounting Department will provide you with monthly itemized statements showing income and expenses related to your property.
- Our Accounting Department will provide you a year-end accounting summary of your account and 1099s.
Complete Property Maintenance Services
- We provide our clients with 24-hour emergency repair services.
- We minimize the cost of repairs and maintenance using our extensive network of contractors, vendors, and handymen.
- We coordinate property reconditioning, including painting, window coverings, new carpet, and carpet cleaning.
- We arrange for any necessary services such as utilities, plumbing, electrical, etc