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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you’re an investment property owner, you’ve likely considered the cost of rental property management. Maybe you already have a company handling your building or maybe you’re just thinking about partnering with a property management company. No matter where you’re at in the process, unfortunately, when it comes to cost, there’s no straightforward answer. We’d […]
Given the current coronavirus outbreak, now more than ever, staying healthy and germ-free is a top priority. Whether you live in a small building or your complex is home to hundreds of units, here are a few simple ways you can stay healthy during the coronavirus outbreak. Limit Guests and Time In Common Areas. Stay […]
We are thrilled to welcome Joshua Considine to Charlesgate Property Management as Director of Association Management. Josh comes to us with over 15 years of experience in the property management industry, beginning with construction where he learned to love property and has maintained a passion for understanding “how things work.” Josh has spent over […]
[This is a guest post.] Property management demands a great commitment of time and effort. And when you have multiple, geographically-dispersed properties, it can turn into an ordeal. Yes, embracing a DIY approach can make sense, but in most cases, it is rather unpractical. Luckily, the real sector grows and evolves at a rapid pace, […]
When you’re renting, it can be difficult to make it feel like your own home. Often the landlord doesn’t like the tenants to make changes and this can make tenants feel like they’re on someone else’s sod. There are things one can do to make a place feel like home. For example, build a relationship […]