santa rosa: Property Management: “How Much Do You Know?” - 11/22/11 02:51 AM
 
Property Management: “How Much Do You Know?” 
Many real estate agents today are taking on property management services in hopes of augmenting their sales income during these challenging years of real estate sales. I switched from Sales to Property Management myself in 2007 after spending 6 months shadowing a veteran in the field of single-family residential property management. Little did I know then what I know now about the steep learning curve.
Take a look at these questions. If you feel you can answer even half of them with confidence, than you may be ready to take this … (5 comments)

santa rosa: Like Living in Your Home in Santa Rosa, CA? Now's the Time to Buy a Spare! - 05/29/11 05:51 AM
Take My Advice! How to Make The Perfect Choice for an Investment Property from a Property Manager who rents out single family residences only. There’s probably never been a better time to buy a single family house in Santa Rosa, CA. Consider the following features before you buy: 1. Two or more baths 2. Enclosed yard 3. Updated kitchen 4. Air Conditioning if possible 5. More than 1200 sq ft if possible 6. Good Schools 7. Minimal amt of carpet 8. Odor free 9. Garage 10. Unless you are a contractor, DON’T BUY A FIXER. One other thing: Don’t just look … (0 comments)

santa rosa: It's Not Just About the Credit Score... - 05/29/11 05:44 AM
When selecting your next tenant, consider way more than a credit score… As a property manager in Santa Rosa, CA, I am dedicated to finding the best possible tenants for my property owners. Since the market has become so active, new rules are evolving that were not evident in the recent past. Here’s just 6 of them: Rule 1: Don’t put as much weight on the credit score. Consider the content of the report. What are the liabilities? What is the current debt ratio to income? Rule 2: Talk to the past two landlords if possible. The current landlord may be … (3 comments)

santa rosa: Earn Extra Money Without Even Trying! - 04/09/11 04:11 AM
Got a listing that isn't getting any action?
Seller doesn't want to reduce the price?
Call me. I'll rent it out professionally. Your seller will be so pleased.
I guarantee you will be the first to know when that seller wants to sell again. And you'll get a nice referral fee in the bargain.
Sue Carrell
NorthBay Property Management
Santa Rosa, CA
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santa rosa: Risk Management Class: NARPM Convention: Property Managers Beware! - 03/25/11 02:22 PM
Property Managers have enormous exposure to liability suits. This was pointed out ever so clearly by Vicki Gaskill, former President of the National Association of Residential Property Managers (http//:www:NARPM.com). The stories managers tell make your hair stand on end. So, for every challenge there is a solution. Call your Insurance Broker and ask questions about your coverage. Do you have enough, what is left out? We are advised to have a minimum of 2 mil in liability, and ask owners of the property you manage to put you on as "Additional Insured". It doesn't cost them anything. But some carriers just … (4 comments)

santa rosa: New Year's Resolutions: Santa Rosa Property Manager - 12/30/10 04:52 AM
New Year's Resolutions: Santa Rosa Property Manager
Ah yes, that time of year again. Here's my list:
1. Answer the phone with a smile on your face (and love in your heart?)
2. Be helpful to ALL no matter what. (Yes, even though they ask stupid questions and you want to scream)
3. Assume everyone is telling you the truth; Big One!
4. Know that: All is right in the Universe and you will be Prosperous in 2011, (no matter what the naysayers would have you believe. LIFE is GOOD.)

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Sue Carrell, Santa Rosa Property Manager (Sue Carrell & Associates)

Sue Carrell

Santa Rosa Property Manager

Santa Rosa, CA

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Sue Carrell & Associates

Address: 6570 Oakmont Drive, Suite A, Santa Rosa, CA, 95409

Office: (707) 282-9268

Mobile: (707) 291-3655



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