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Post: Property Inspection: A Great Way Out to Keep Your Property in Safer Side
Forum: Pures & Skillers: Levels 3-99
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You are paying the management company to be your eyes and ears and it is extremely important that they are strict about scheduling regular inspections. Whether it’s Baltimore Rental Management Company or any other place in US, the desire and duties of these management companies towards your property will remain the same throughout. Many owners don't understand how much damage a bad tenant can cause in a short period of time. There is a natural tendency to assume that as long as the rent is being paid on time and there are no complaints everything is going well.
Don't make assumptions or take anything for granted. Not only will regularly scheduled inspections allow you to catch problems quickly, it is also very effective at deterring undesirable tenant behavior.
Ask any prospective property management company the following questions about how they inspect the properties they manage. It’s not only required on your part but your awareness can save you from unwanted losses in the long run.
Ask Them about Their Inspection Module
While tenant accomplished inspections are typical for apartments, for single family units, the manager should perform a detailed inspection which includes digital photos. The tenant should escort the manager for a walk through and sign off on the inspection report. This kind of documentation is critical to resolve disputes over what damage took place during the tenants stay.
What is the Frequency of Their Inspection? Are tenants notified before inside inspections?
They should inspect the unit at least annually, with every six months being the preferred time interval in between inspections. The person doing the inspection should have a check list that they go over which includes things like checking all appliances, locks, A/C (filters), furnace, water heater, smoke detector, electrical, plumbing and looking for lease violations.
Do not accept the management company only performing inspections in between vacancies. Tenancies can last years and there is no excuse for not inspecting the unit during that time. Of course tenants must be given notice before the inspection takes place (24/48 hrs. depending on state laws).
How often do they inspect the exterior of the property?
Between monthly and quarterly is standard, although the more frequent the better. Realize that more often than not for many managers these are drive by inspections where the person doing the inspecting does not get out of their car. While this may be acceptable for more frequent visits, a full scale exterior inspection should be performed at less frequent intervals as well.
How Frequent Inspection Reports will be sent to you
While property management companies are keeping an eye on your property, you need to keep a close watch on their activities as well. A management company can be operationally perfect, but if they can't attract new tenants do those skills even matter? So be attentive and prepared for what is happening around your property your hard earned investment.
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