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Should You Hire a Property Manager or Do It Yourself?


Are you considering hiring a property manager but concerned about how it will affect your profit margin? Choose a trusted team to help protect your investment. Making the right choice can make all the difference for your time, stress level, and bottom line.

In this blog post, the property management experts at Tidewater Property explain the benefits of hiring a property manager versus tackling all of the day-to-day tasks on your own.

Need help managing your property? Turn to the team at Tidewater to get the job done. Contact us online to speak with one of our professional property managers today!

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Advantages of Hiring a Property Manager

A property management company can streamline many aspects of being a landlord, providing significant benefits that can save time and money, including:

Reduce Vacancy Rates

Property managers know how to market your rental effectively, set competitive pricing, and find reliable tenants quickly, minimizing the time between vacancies at your property.

Handle Maintenance & Repairs

From emergency repairs to routine maintenance, property managers coordinate with a vast network of trusted contractors to ensure issues are resolved promptly. This helps preserve your property’s value while keeping tenants happy.

Streamline Rent Collection

A property manager will collect monthly rent on your behalf, enforce late fees, and follow up on missed payments to ensure your cash flow remains consistent and secure.

How Hiring a Property Management Company Affects Profit

While property management companies do come with recurring fees, they can be a worthwhile investment. A competent property manager can help you save money and boost the profitability of your rental property in several ways.

By staying up to date on local regulations and fair housing laws, property managers can help you avoid potential fines and legal issues by staying current on local regulations and fair housing laws.

Property managers also have the expertise and contacts to handle problems efficiently, often preventing small issues from escalating into more expensive repairs.

Additionally, an experienced property manager knows the local market well and can help set the best rental rate to ensure high occupancy while maximizing profit.

Services Our Property Managers Provide

Our property management team offers several solutions designed to ease your responsibilities and help you increase the return on your investment. We offer:

  • Rental marketing and advertising: We create strategic marketing plans to attract the right tenants and fill your vacancies quickly.
  • Tenant screening: We perform thorough background checks and verify references to ensure that only qualified tenants are approved.
  • Monthly rent collection: We handle all aspects of rent collection, providing you with steady income and financial peace of mind.
  • Property repairs and maintenance: We coordinate maintenance and repairs with trusted providers to keep your property in top condition.
  • Tenant requests and complaints: We manage tenant communications and resolve complaints effectively to maintain a positive relationship.
  • Eviction notices: When necessary, we handle the eviction process in accordance with local laws, minimizing hassle and stress for landlords.

Why Choose Tidewater Property?

Choosing the right property management company can make all the difference in your experience as a landlord. At Tidewater Property, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable, high-quality property management solutions that protect your investment and give you ultimate peace of mind. With a dedicated team, proven strategies, and a deep commitment to excellence, we help you make the most of your rental property while freeing up your time and reducing stress.

Let us handle the details so you can enjoy the benefits of property ownership without the headaches. Contact us online to learn more about how our property management services can transform your rental experience.

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Our Mission

Since we opened our doors in 1989, Tidewater has been offering personal customer service throughout Maryland, Virginia, Delaware and West Virginia. Due to our dedication to helping homeowners buy, sell, rent, and maintain their properties, we have become one of the largest family owned full-service real estate management companies in the area.

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