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Benefits of Hiring a Rental Property Manager
Stephanie Danielson, Broker
Have you ever considered hiring a rental property manager to take over the day to day operations of your rental investment? Take a look at the numerous property management services that Acuity Group can offer you!
If you've owned investment/rental property, and have attempted rental property management on your own, you know what a demanding and time consuming task it can be. The endless details, unexpected time involvement and potential legal issues can really take a toll on a rental property owner. Have you ever considered hiring a rental property manager to take over the day to day operations of your rental investment? Take a look at the numerous property management services that Acuity Group can offer you!
About Us:
Acuity Group is a full service Property Management brokerage, located in Elk River, Minnesota. We specialize in the leasing and management of residential rental properties. We've successfully managed hundreds of metro area rental homes since we opened our doors in 2008. Our tried and true systems provide our landlords more freedom, peace of mind and profitability!
• Acuity Group manages residential rental properties within a 20 mile radius from Elk River, MN.
• Our portfolio of properties range from single family homes, to townhomes & condominiums.
• We screen and lease our Owners' properties to qualified tenants that meet our Occupancy Criteria guidelines.
• We consistently monitor and inspect our Owners' properties to ensure the highest level of maintenance.
• We are well versed in and practice according to local and federal law.
• Our Property Management staff has criminal background clearance and follows strict written company policy.
Our Property Management Services:
Pre-Rent Services:
• Comparable Rental Market Evaluation
• Comparison: Sell vs Rent
• Rental Exit Strategy Advising
• Investment Strategy Advising
• Rental Preparation and Staging Advising
• Rental Safety Standard Advising
• Property Insurance Review
Rental Marketing Services:
• Individual Property Marketing Plan with Online Entry to Multiple, Proven Websites
• Featured Rental Listing in Acuity Group's Website (consistently places high in online search results)
• Social Networking Exposure to Multiple Sites
• Lock Box Installation
• Property Sign Installation (if desired by Owner)
• Property Showings to Pre-screened Tenant Prospects
Tenant Screening/Placement Services:
• Tenant/s Credit and Background Check (performed using the sophisticated CIC Reporting Residential Scoring System)
• Employment Verification
• Tenant Rental History Verification
• Negotiation of Rental Terms
• Preparation of Lease & Contract Addenda (heavy emphasis on Property Owner rights including added protection clauses)
• Security Deposit Trust Account Management
Property Management & Maintenance Services:
• Emergency Service
• Online ACH Tenant Rent Collection & Landlord Deposit
• Property Inspections
• Maintenance Management
• Tax filing: 1099 to Landlord and CRP to Tenant
• Initiation of Unlawful Detainer Proceedings
Hiring Acuity Group to manage your rental property keeps your profits high and vacancies low! Contact us to schedule a free Rental Property Analysis today!
Acuity Group Real Estate Professionals
564 Dodge Ave Suite A
Elk River MN 55330
Office: 763-633-3535
OUR SPECIALTIES: Residential & Commercial Seller and Buyer Services, Property Management & Residential Rentals, Association Management, Residential and Commercial Investment Property Specialists, New Construction, Listing & Marketing Specialists, CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Experts), Short Sale Specialists, REO/Bank Owned Sales. Golf course properties, water front properties, acreage & hobby farms, vacant land, condos & townhomes, industrial/manufacturing/retail properties, association maintained properties, senior housing, luxury homes, vacation & secondary housing.
Serving the following Minnesota Counties: Sherburne, Anoka, Wright, Hennepin and portions of Mille Lacs and Isanti Counties
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