Latest Blog Posts
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Ask A Property Manager: What Can I Do To Avoid Winter Weather Issues At My Rental Property?
At CHARLESGATE, we take a proactive approach to management and when it comes to dealing with winter weather, there’s really no other way to do it. Being proactive is essential if you hope to avoid late-night calls and expensive bills that stem from typical winter weather issues. Our biggest recommendation is to establish a fall […]
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How To Successfully Transition Management Companies
So you’ve decided you’re ready to ditch your old management company for something better. Time for an upgrade! But, as with many things, the thought of transitioning from old to new can be enough to stop you in your tracks. Fear not! We make the transition from one management company to another, painless and seamless. […]
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What Renters Want: How To Stand Out In Today’s Rental Market
It’s no secret that the rental market in Boston has taken a downward turn. As a landlord, it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re doing everything you can to stay competitive in today’s market. As an experienced leasing and management firm, we deal with both renters and property owners on a daily basis. […]
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What Do I Need To Do To Get My Apartment Rented?
We’re living in a different world when it comes to the rental market in Boston. As one of the heaviest supply markets in the country, the downturn in demand is hitting our city harder than many other areas of the country. With that said, that doesn’t mean all hope is lost. In order to stay […]
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Ask A Property Manager: How Do You Deal With Rent Collection, Late Payments, Unit Turnovers & Evictions?
Welcome to our “Ask a Property Manager” series. Here, we’ll answer frequently asked questions and give you some insight into how we deal with common property management situations. Here are some of the ways we deal with rent collection, late payments, unit turnovers, and evictions. For background, here’s what the average turnover in our market/portfolio […]
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The True Cost of “Cheap” Condo Association Management
When it comes to condo association management, the phrase “you get what you pay for” certainly applies. To put it simply, when comparing costs, property management boils down to time, attention, and expertise. How much you pay in fees has a direct correlation to how much time and attention you’ll receive from your manager and […]
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Digital Must-Haves For Virtual Property Management in 2020
While real estate is a physical asset and there will always be a need for some onsite maintenance, many of the essential pieces of property management can be handled virtually from tenant showings and lease paperwork to rent collection. We live in a world where tenants expect a level of digital availability and as a […]
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Charlesgate Property Management COVID-19 Processes and Procedures
At Charlesgate Property Management we take the health and well-being of our clients, staff, and the community seriously. Given the coronavirus outbreak, we have established the following processes and procedures related to the property management arm of our business. We’re dedicated to doing our part to limit the spread of coronavirus and continue to provide […]
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FAQs For Condo Associations During COVID-19
If you’re part of a condo association, you may be wondering what you and/or your management should be doing to proactively protect your community during the coronavirus outbreak. Whether you’ve lived in your community for years or you recently moved in, chances are, you’re not sure what precautions or steps should be taken. In order […]