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The process

From first message to a managed property.

No sales sequence. We look at the property, tell you what it should earn, and quote a rate in writing. If it is not a fit, we say so before you spend any time on it.

Walk-through

We visit the property and document condition, systems, safety items and deferred work.

Assessment and quote

A rent figure based on comparable local rentals, and a written management quote.

Onboarding

Agreement signed, property loaded into the platform, owner dashboard set up, approval threshold agreed.

Manage and report

Leasing, rent, maintenance and inspections — with the dashboard live throughout.

The walk-through

What we look at, and why.

Your home is particular, and we treat it that way. A generic checklist produces a generic management plan, so the first visit is a proper survey rather than a formality.

  • Room by room condition, photographed
  • Major systems: age, service history, remaining life
  • Safety items an inspection would flag
  • Work needed before leasing, and what can wait
  • What the property would rent for today

You receive a written report covering all of it. It is yours whether or not you engage us.

Onboarding

What we need from you.

ItemWhy
Management agreementSets the rate, the scope and the term
Ownership detailsSo the right entity is named on leases and notices
Insurance certificateCoverage conditions must be satisfied for a rental
Existing leases or tenanciesWe take over the terms that already exist
Approval thresholdThe repair value above which we ask you first
Contact preferencesHow and when you want to be reached

Ongoing

What the relationship looks like after that.

Every month

A statement: income, expenses, fees and net to owner, with invoices attached.

Continuously

The owner dashboard, with rent, work orders and asset condition up to date.

Per inspection

Findings and photographs, added to the property record.

When it matters

A call whenever something exceeds your threshold or needs a decision.

Start with the walk-through.

It costs nothing and commits you to nothing. Tell us the address and we will arrange a time.