Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Quality Property Management In Sacramento

By Bonnie Contreras


When you are looking for property management in Sacramento there are hundreds of offices that will offer these services. They will advertise themselves in various ways up and including those stating that they rent only to high end clients. You may also find that there are separate companies for commercial and residential rentals. Some companies offer both services from different branches of their realty staff. You will want to be certain to choose the correct branch prior to contact.

The first part of the screening process should be a credit check that is done when accepting the application. The potential resident generally pays for the credit check. When the credit check comes back the agency will verify the references given by the applicant and the rental history will be verified at the same time.

Evaluation of your rental is one of the services you should expect. This action will tell you what shape the unit is in and any repairs that may need to be taken care of prior to renting it. It will also give you an idea of how much you can expect to rent it for. During the inspection you will be given the opportunity to discuss options such as allowing pets or smoking inside the house.

Curb appeal is a very basic marketing tool. The house will need cleaning by a professional team and the yard work will have to be taken care of while waiting for an occupant. Your agent will take pictures of the property and list it in printed publications as well as the website listings. Another venue is to post a sign and supply fliers for passers bye to take.

Part of the marketing program includes showing the vacancy to the prospective tenant, providing answers to questions that may come in over the phone and handling the application that are received. Screening the prospects is very important and should be complete prior to bringing the information to the owner.

At the point of move in the landlords representative must collect the rent and security deposits. The leases must be signed and move in dates confirmed. At this point they should go over the lease with the tenant and define all rules and guidelines for them to ensure understanding. A detailed inspection with the new resident is imperative prior to the move in giving the resident opportunity to note any issues with the unit and advise the leasing agent.

Past this point the agent will be responsible for collecting rent monthly, issuing 3 day quit notices for rule infractions, collecting late fees on rent and taking care of the legal aspects for eviction if necessary. Another duty for an agent is yearly inspections. The home needs to be inspected inside and out and a report should be sent to the owner regarding any findings.

The qualities listed are some but not all of the responsibilities required of a good agent. You will find property management in Sacramento to be varied and complete in every aspect of the trade. The chore before you should be to select the agency that best matches your expectations and one that delivers the services that you desire.




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