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Helpful Tips for Choosing the Best Property Management Company in Boston
There’s no denying that using a local property management company to help with your Boston rental property makes life a whole lot easier. After all, you want to enjoy the benefits of being a property owner without all the added hassles. That said, choosing the right property management company in Boston can be tricky if […]
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9 Lies Property Management Companies Like to Tell
Don’t be fooled by lies of other property management companies. Take a look at 9 statements you have probably heard in the past that are often not true. Are these lies happening to you? It might be time to transition to a new hospitality based property management firm. 1. “We’re proactive” Most companies will claim […]
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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 […]