The Manage Your Property With Ease Podcast: Recent Episodes

Shira Ali

Tips and tools to help new and struggling landlords manage their property with more ease

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“Calmness is the cradle of power” ~ Josiah Gilbert Holland

Welcome, Podcast Listeners! Finding balance in a stressful work environment and the world is key to being our best. In this episode, you will have the opportunity to participate in a hypnotherapy session. Hypnotherapy is an effective tool to help you find your version of calm and regulate your nervous system. Join us for this episode to learn about the benefits of the hypnosis process and experience first-hand the power of hypnotherapy!

Joining the podcast is Lauren Best. Lauren is a certified hypnotherapist and provoker of possibility and works with curious individuals, creative entrepreneurs, and conscious companies who are ready to explore how they can do things differently. She aspires to give folks the tools to dive into a work of self-discovery and growth to unlock greater potential.  

Tune in to learn:

  • Tell us what is hypnotherapy and why you were called to do the work that you are doing with it?
  • Where have you found that people see the biggest value of completing hypnotherapy?
  • Tips for regulating your nervous system using hypnotherapy.  Access a complimentary hypnosis audio

And much more...

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“Our need will be the real creator.” ~ Plato

Finding one maintenance platform that will meet your day-to-day operating needs, be cost-effective, and still be easy to use is challenging, from capturing and storing critical safety inspection data to allowing tenants to take a photo to initiate a work order and begin tracking the process through completion. In addition, the platform enables communication with vendors and contractors in one place. The SnapFix platform covers this and more. 

Joining me in this episode is Paul McCarthy, the founder of SnapFix. SnapFix aims to be the "Instagram" for the maintenance and management of buildings - by focusing on simplicity.  

Tune in to learn:

  • What features make the Snapfix platform different from others on the market?
  • Unique use cases for the Snapfix platform?
  • How much does the Snapfix platform cost?
  • New and exciting features that are coming soon

And much more…

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“You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry.” ~ James 1:19

Listen in on this powerful conversation that I have with Elizabeth Louis surrounding the topics of communication, bitterness, and boundaries. These are topics that real estate managers must navigate to do their work effectively. After listening to this episode, it may change how you approach the common challenges you face surrounding these topics.

Elizabeth has worked with high-performers, professional athletes, corporate, private, & small business powerhouses, and innovation-driven entrepreneurs, helping them master their mindset, increase their cognitive awareness, and achieve peak performance while strategically building multiple-figure businesses.  

Tune in to learn:

  • What is effective communication?
  • Strategies to better manage boundaries
  • Tips for managing bitterness (when someone has crossed your boundaries)

And much more...

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With tax season around the corner, this is a timely re-release to prepare you for tax season. Tax laws are constantly changing, and it’s hard to stay on top of the requirements. But, as a landlord and business owner, you need to be in the know and understand the basics, so you keep more of your dollars in your pocket. In this episode, I have a conversation with Donna Mitchell to discuss how landlords can best prepare for tax season.

Donna Mitchell is the largest Liberty Tax franchise owner in Hampton Roads with six locations and the top five franchises with longevity. Donna is one of two African Americans owning multiple units within the franchise. Donna still loves and feels blessed to work with clients after being in the industry for 22 years and owning a franchise for 17 years. Donna enjoys watching her clients evolve and feels pride as she watches them arrive at the first destination to the point where their dreams become a reality. "Although these are challenging times, they also present the most significant opportunities if you have the vision, and your business is in order."  

Listen and learn:

  • How often should you be speaking with your tax professional?
  • The best processes for tracking business expenses
  • The #1 concern that landlords have during tax time
  • Business expenses that are commonly overlooked
  • Are there tax breaks for renting to low-income families?
  • Are there COVID-19 deductions that landlords can take advantage of?

And much more... View the full show notes.

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“Find out where the people are going and buy the land before they get there.” ~ William Penn

In this episode, you will listen in on a discussion that I have with Brad Warren around land banking. What is land banking? And how can you use it as an investment vehicle to create generational wealth?

Brad is a former business coach, speaker, and trainer who transitioned into real estate sales about 4 1/2 years ago. He now sells vacant land to patient investors to help them build generational and legacy wealth.

Tune in to learn:

  • What is land banking?
  • Is land banking right for you?
  • Where is the land you are selling?  Why there?
  • How do you know which land is the best to sell?
  • How much will it cost to get started?
  • What’s the exit strategy and ROI?
  • What type of maintenance is required on the land?

And much more... View the full show notes.

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As we move full swing into the holiday season, one issue that we see around this time is late payments on tenants.

In this episode replay, I have a conversation with Cindy Lee about how landlords can ensure that they are paid rent on time each month. Managing rental collections can be one of the most challenging parts of your job as a landlord or property manager. Cindy will share some of the most influential collections strategies she uses in her day-to-day work with AR collections management.

Cindy has been in the commercial collection industry for 25 years. Many of Cindy’s clients have been with her since the onset of her career, and some of those clients include Jones Lang Lasalle, Simon, Comcast/Xfinity, and Angie’s List, to name a few. One of Cindy’s specialties is working directly with property owners and property management companies, teaching them how to have the upper hand in dealing with tenants.

Listen and learn:

  • Understanding the psychology behind an effective collection strategy
  • The most effective strategy for cleaning up A/R for in-possession tenants
  • What is the difference between collections and sending an account to legal
  • How much will it cost to send a tenant to collections
  • Suggested lease language to collect fees

And much more... View the full show notes.

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“You can create the culture, or your people will create it for you”.  - Tom Owens

Podcast listeners, you're in for a treat! In this episode, we explore building a positive workplace culture. It's so important but can take time to achieve. If you're like most people, you spend more time at work than anywhere else. That's why developing a positive work culture in your organization is critical. A good workplace culture can make your days more enjoyable and productive.

On the other hand, a bad workplace culture can make you feel stressed out and unhappy. So how do you create a positive workplace culture? Find out in this episode.

Tom Owens is the founder of HR VirtualGuide. Tom provides quality HR support for people-leaders across the country. One of Tom's foundational beliefs is that people should be prioritized over paperwork. Tom shares his thoughts on creating a sustainable workplace culture.

Tune in to learn:

  • Hear workplace stats and learn how an organization's culture impacts them
  • Listen to a breakdown of what workplace culture is and is not
  • Learn what culture can do for an organization
  • Glean what leaders can do to assess their existing culture and what they should do with that information
  • Tips for creating a positive work culture in a stressful environment

And much more... View the full show notes.

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“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” ~ Viktor Frankl

Resolving conflict is part of your routine if you are living and breathing. However, if you are a real estate manager, the stakes are raised because the ability to resolve conflict is critical to your success in your work. Real estate management and conflict go hand in hand. In this episode, Kristine Scott will share practical tips that you can use to navigate challenging conflict situations.

Kristine began her career in social services. She began to notice that she would often overreact or freeze in challenging situations and became curious if she could do better. This started a 20-year exploration that evolved into her becoming a conflict "resolutionary" who became a highly sought-after trainer. Today, Kristine teaches people how to reach in and not freak out when things get tough. She has been hired by clients like the Seattle Space Needle, farmers markets, and office teams, giving people what they need to be firm and friendly in the face of a crisis.

Listen and learn:

  • What is the goal when we think of conflict resolution?
  • The framework that should be used when working through a conflict situation.
  • Who is better at resolving conflict, women or men?
  • Tips for individuals that have historically been conflict averse

And much more... View the full show notes.

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One of the keys to operating a successful property management business is ensuring that the team responsible for day-to-day operations is supported.  The property management industry is changing quickly, and to retain quality talent, you must remain tapped into the needs of your staff.  Proactive vs. reactive is going to be the best approach here.  In this episode, my guest Laura and I dig into this topic.

Laura Ali is the Vice President of an executive real estate recruiting firm in New York City.  Prior to this, she spent over 5-year years managing some of the most elite multifamily assets in the Tri-State region.  

Listen and learn:

  • Who should be involved with the staffing process?
  • When should you begin the staffing process?
  • Signs that indicate staffing adjustments are needed, who should you have the conversation with, and how does that conversation look?
  • Why is timing so important to the staffing process?

And much more... View the full show notes.

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Is it possible for real estate investors to pay zero taxes? Is inflation going to be our downfall? Should we be saving or investing? These are some of the burning questions that everyday investors ask themselves. Yet, despite the doom and gloom predictions, many investors are still winning big. There are many little-known secrets that high-net-worth investors are taking advantage of that you could be too with the information and resources. In this episode, my guest Bronson Hill explains some of the hidden powers of real estate investing.

As the Managing Member of Bronson Equity (www.BronsonEquity.com), Bronson Hill is a general partner in 2000 multifamily units worth over $200M. Bronson co-leads a large in-person multifamily meetup in Pasadena, CA called FIBI Pasadena Multifamily (www.fibipasadena.com). Bronson is the host of The Mailbox Money Show and he understands the investor mindset, having spoken with over 1200 investors and having raised over $25M for real estate deals. Bronson is the author of The Single Best Investment Strategy During (or After) a Pandemic and is a regular contributor to YouTube and his blog.

Listen and learn:

  • How can real estate investors pay zero taxes legally
  • How to take advantage of inflation in today’s market
  • Why saving is foolish.
  • Lessons learned from speaking with over a thousand high-net-worth investors.

And much more... View the full show notes.

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What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of SEO?

If you are running a business, you need to be visible.  One of the ways that you can accomplish that is by discovering how digital marketing and SEO can work for you.  In this episode, my guest Brandon Leibowitz breaks down what landlords need to know about using digital marketing as an asset to your business. 

Brandon Leibowitz has been involved with digital marketing since 2007. He operates SEO Optimizers, a digital marketing company that focuses on helping small and medium-sized businesses get ranked at the top of Google by using search engine optimization strategies to attract more traffic, which converts into clients, sales, and leads.

Listen and learn:

  • What is SEO?
  • One simple thing that you can do right now to gain favor with the google algorithm
  • Do you need to use ads to gain visibility online?

And much more...

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If you have been in the real estate investing community for some time, I’m sure you have heard that you need to build a massive portfolio of properties to build wealth through real estate investing. What about this one? You can’t make a profit today in super-hot markets. This is not the case, and my guest, Michael Dominguez, explains why.

Michael Dominguez is the author of Armchair Real Estate Millionaire, is an award-winning sales representative, a member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame, and the founder of Doors to Wealth Real Estate Group, a team of realtors educating people in investment real estate. After becoming a realtor in 2008, Michael bought his first investment property and added it to his portfolio for ten consecutive years.

Listen and learn:

  • How investing in only a few properties can take you to millionaire status
  • How do you know if you are purchasing the right properties to meet your investing goals
  • How to be profitable while investing in super-hot markets

And much more... View the full show notes.

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Are your tenants consistently paying late?  Do you know the important role that psychology plays in collections?  

In this episode, I have a conversation with Cindy Lee about how landlords can ensure that they are paid rent on time each month. Managing rental collections can be one of the most challenging parts of your job as a landlord or property manager. Cindy will be sharing some of the most influential collections strategies that she uses in her day-to-day work with AR collections management.   

Cindy has been in the commercial collection industry for 25 years. Many of Cindy’s clients have been with her since the onset of her career, and some of those clients include Jones Lang Lasalle, Simon, Comcast/Xfinity, and Angie’s List, to name a few. One of Cindy’s specialties is working directly with property owners and property management companies, teaching them how to have the upper hand in dealing with tenants.

Listen and learn:

  • Understanding the psychology behind an effective collection strategy
  • The most effective strategy for cleaning up A/R for in possession tenants
  • What is the difference between collections and sending an account to legal
  • How much will it cost to send a tenant to collections?
  • Suggested lease language to collect fees

And much more... View the full show notes.

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Do you want to be a landlord that does not have to worry about tenant maintenance requests? Have you heard about becoming a rent-to-own investor?

In this episode, Joe Rockey shares what got him interested in becoming a rent-to-own investor and why you may be interested in this model.

Joe Rockey Jr. Joe has created a successful real estate career beginning in the immediate aftermath of the recession of 2009 and currently operates multiple rental, flip, rent-to-own, and networking companies. Additionally, Joe is the host of the Father and Joe podcast - where he focuses on how to return individuals to a place of faith in their lives.

Listen and learn:

  • The fundamentals of the rent to own model
  • The benefits of being a rent to own investor
  • Fact vs. fiction regarding the rent to own process | Dispelling myths
  • Easy tips to help you market your property and have it stand out

And much more... View the full show notes.  

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How does customer service impact your work as a landlord?  How would you rate your relationship with your vendor partners?  One of the integral parts of a successful management plan is to have top-notch contractors provide service to your property and tenants.

In this episode, I have a conversation with Maggie Perotin to discuss best practices surrounding developing contractor relationships and the substantial impact this has on your management business. 

Maggie Perotin is a host of the Diamond Effect Podcast. Maggie has over 15 years of business experience in the Facility Management Industry and 13 years of coaching and leadership experience. In addition, she holds an Executive MBA from Jack Welch Management Institute; Maggie lives in the Toronto, Canada, area with her blended family with four kids. She loves spending time in nature, traveling, reading, dancing, and good food.

Listen and learn:

  • How to develop a win win strategy with your vendor relationships.
  • The process of finding vendors that will be there when you need them.
  • How to stay calm when dealing with maintenance issues.
  • How Maggie helped build a system of processes that saved her company a quarter of a million dollars.

And much more... View the full show notes.

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One of the first pieces of advice that I give to new landlords is that they should understand both fair housing guidelines and landlord-tenant laws. In this episode, I have a conversation with Mahalia “Mally” Dryden- Mason to discuss the critical issues that impact tenants and landlords related to fair housing. This conversation is timely as we celebrate fair housing month this April.  

Mahalia “Mally” Dryden Mason has been with DPOR for over 20 years and has advocated for fair and affordable housing for the people of Virginia. Mally believes that fair housing is deeper than guidelines that impact landlords and tenants but a human issue that impacts us all.  

Listen and learn:

  • The difference between a reasonable modification vs. accommodation
  • The most important question that you should ask before you evict a tenant
  • A breakdown of the protected classes per federal guidelines and for Virginia property owners
  • Potential penalties for Fair Housing violations
  • Hear real-life case studies that have impacted landlords like you

And much more... View the full show notes.

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One of the first pieces of advice that I give to new landlords is that they should understand both fair housing guidelines and landlord-tenant laws. In this episode, I have a conversation with Mahalia “Mally” Dryden- Mason to discuss the critical issues that impact tenants and landlords related to fair housing. This conversation is timely as we celebrate fair housing month this April.

Mahalia “Mally” Dryden Mason has been with DPOR for over 20 years and has advocated for fair and affordable housing for the people of Virginia. Mally believes that fair housing is deeper than guidelines that impact landlords and tenants but a human issue that impacts us all.   Listen and learn:

  • The difference between a reasonable modification vs. accommodation
  • The most important question that you should ask before you evict a tenant
  • A breakdown of the protected classes per federal guidelines and for Virginia property owners
  • Potential penalties for Fair Housing violations
  • Hear real-life case studies that have impacted landlords like you

And much more… View the full show notes.

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What is the difference between service animals vs. support animals, and why is this important to landlords? Unfortunately, there is so much misinformation out there related to this topic. Making an error in judgment here can translate into hefty fines for landlords.  

In this episode, I discuss with fellow Landlords and the author of Leadership for Landlords, Anthony Russell, to demystify and shut down false information that surrounds the public regarding this sensitive issue. In addition, Anthony shares his journey of working and training his service animal Iso. Use this information as a catalyst to deepen your knowledge on this topic. The information in this episode should not be considered legal advice. 

Anthony Russell is a former U.S. Army Sergeant, author, and investor. Anthony’s new book Leadership for Landlords - One U.S. Army Sergeant’s Secret to Land Leading is a book for people looking to start a small rental property business or currently running a rental property business. The book serves as a guide to being a true leader as a landlord by employing advanced, stern but empathetic military-style approaches and strategies. 

Listen and learn:

  • The difference between a service animal and a support animal
  • Best practice for handling a request for a service animal and what you should expect to receive from a tenant to support the request
  • First-hand insight into the training process for a service animal

And much more… View the full show notes.

Have you created your 2022 property budgets? No? Here is a Budget Template to help you get started. 

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Over the years, I have heard so many people say that they can’t find a good property manager.  A real estate agent recently mentioned to me that she has clients ask her if she knows any good property managers, and her response is, “No, because they all suck!”  I know this is not true in the property management industry for twenty years.  I then started thinking about the disconnect between the property owner and the property manager and what advice I could lend to support working more effectively with a property manager.  

In this episode I share:

  • Mistakes that landlords make during the vetting process
  • Why setting the foundation with your property manager is crucial and how you can accomplish this early in the relationship
  • The importance of having a check-in process with your property manager and your property

View the full show notes.

Have you created your 2022 property budgets? No? Here is a Budget Template to help you get started. 

Let me know what you think of the show. Leave a review and send me a screenshot, and I will send you a $5 amazon gift card. One per person. Good through March 2022. 

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With tax laws constantly changing, it’s hard to stay on top of the requirements. But, as a landlord and business owner, you need to be in the know and understand the basics, so you keep more of your dollars in your pocket. In this episode, I have a conversation with Donna Mitchell to discuss how landlords can be best prepared for tax season.  

Donna Mitchell is the largest Liberty Tax franchise owner in Hampton Roads with six locations and the top five franchises with longevity. Donna is one of two African Americans owning multiple units within the franchise. Donna still loves and feels blessed to work with clients after being in the industry for 22 years and owning a franchise for 17 years. Donna enjoys watching her clients evolve and feels pride as she watches them arrive at the first destination to the point where their dreams become a reality. "Although these are challenging times, they also present the most significant opportunities if you have the vision, and your business is in order."  

Listen and learn:

  • How often should you be speaking with your tax professional?
  • The best processes for tracking business expenses
  • The #1 concern that landlords have during tax time
  • Business expenses that are commonly overlooked
  • Are there tax breaks for renting to low-income families?
  • Are there COVID 19 deductions that landlords can take advantage of?

And much more... View the full show notes.

Have you created your 2022 property budgets? No? Here is a Budget Template to help you get started. 

Let me know what you think of the show.  Leave a review and send me a screenshot, and I will send you a $5 amazon gift card.  One per person. Good through March 2022. 

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If you are a landlord, you must be prepared for the possible reality that accident incidents may occur at your property.  Knowing how to handle the incident properly is critical.  I have dealt with many slip and fall incidents throughout my career, and in the episode, I share pro tips that you can use if you find yourself in this situation.

Listen and learn:

  • Things that you can do to set up your system so that you are prepared to address an incident if     it occurs.
  • The importance of maintaining detailed inspection records
  • The best method for communicating with a claimant
  • The best timing to complete deficiency repairs

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Have you created your 2022 property budgets? No? Here is a Budget Template to help you get started. 

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Property Insurance is one of the critical components of your risk management strategy and protecting your asset. However, understanding the basics can be tricky; that’s why in this episode, I sit down with my insurance broker Katy Norrell and break down the basics of understanding property insurance. 

Katy Norell is an Insurance Advisor for the Weichert family of companies which encompass real estate, mortgage, title, and insurance. I have worked for Weichert for four and a half years and helping people with their insurance for about seven years. 

Katy’s goal is to help clients make the most informed decisions on their insurance needs. While I do help hundreds of people every year purchase insurance policies to protect the things they love and their most important assets, I do not consider myself an “insurance salesman.” Instead, my job is to provide an insurance consultation which leads to the client making a well-informed decision on their insurance coverage and any claim they might have.

In my free time, I am an avid equestrian enthusiast who spends time at the stables with my horse riding and competing in dressage.

Katy share's so much good information - Listen and learn:

  • The information needed to obtain a quote and when you should start this process
  • A simplified way to review multiple quotes
  • How to check insurance company ratings
  • “Rule of thumb” to determine how much coverage you need
  • The difference between cash value and replacement costs
  • Why renters insurance is essential for landlords and how they should be listed on the policy.

And much more... View the full show notes.

Have you created your 2022 property budgets? No? Here is a Budget Template to help you get started.

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Okay, you have decided to hire a property manager. Now you are rushing to get the responsibility of managing this property off your plate as soon as possible. Not too fast. Now the work begins to find the right person to take on the essential role of operating your asset. As a manager that has been through many interviews with real estate investors, I share crucial questions that I have commonly been asked before being awarded management. The key to success in this phase is to avoid acting fast; the last thing you want is to repeat this process in six months.  

Listen and learn:

  • The most important person you should be speaking to during the interview process.
  • The documents that you should be review during your due diligence period.
  • How to get a preview of how the company performs. View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode? Submit your question at REIChics.

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Should you hire a property manager?  Unfortunately, the answer to this question is not a one-size-fits-all.  Before making this crucial decision for your business, many factors should be considered, and it goes deeper than the management fee.  In this episode, I share three areas that you should focus on while preparing to make this decision. View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode? Submit your question at REIChics.

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If you are a new landlord and want to understand the basics of maintaining your HVAC equipment, this episode is for you. In this episode, I discuss with Ibrahim Korma the basics of HVAC maintenance. Ibrahim holds a universal HVAC certification and bodes over a decade of residential and commercial HVAC experience.  

Here are a few of the topics that we covered during our discussion:

  • The useful life and average replacement cost for a residential unit
  • Things that you can do to troubleshoot your unit before calling a professional
  • How to find the right professional to service your unit
  • The best piece of equipment that you can install if you have a short-term rental

If you are in the DMV area, here is how you can connect with Ibrahim: Ibrahim6744@gmail.com View the full show notes.

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If you are a property manager, you understand that what we do daily can be overwhelming.  There are non-stop deadlines and incoming requests. Therefore, you must take a few minutes for yourself.  In this episode, we do just that, and I share affirmations that I use when I begin to feel stressed and anxious. View the full show notes.

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In this episode, I share the simple strategy I and individuals I have mentored have used to transition from multifamily property management to commercial management.  If this is a change that you are looking to make, you should listen to this episode. View the full show notes.

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This episode continues the mini-series where I share insight into my career as a property manager.  In the last episode, my guest and I shared an overview of our experiences as residential, commercial property managers.  Today’s episode offers advice and answers some of the common questions that we hear from new property managers in the industry. If you are new to the industry and don’t yet have a mentor to ask these questions, this episode is for you. View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode? Submit your question at REIChics.

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When asked what I do and when I reply that I am a property manager, I often see a glazed look in people's eyes and then a follow-up question asking what exactly I do?  I remember telling my daughter that I was a commercial property manager, and I found out that she was telling people that I made commercials for TV.  I admit that was my fault; I should have given her more detail.  My friends and family outside of the industry have a vague understanding of what I do day-to-day, but they don't really know.  I think you get the point.  Property Management is a lucrative career field but not one that most of us learn about as a child.  In networking with property managers for almost two decades, most of us can say that we fell into the industry, and in most cases, property management is a second or third career.  

In this episode, you will hear from two property managers as we peel back the layers and share with you a day in the life of a residential and commercial property manager.  Listen and learn:

  • How many hours per week do we work?
  • How did we get started in the industry?
  • Struggles that property managers face.
  • The salary range for property managers. View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode? Submit your question at REIChics.

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Is it ok to charge tenants additional rent to supplement their voucher award? This topic often comes up with Landlords that have section 8 tenants.  When I asked other landlords if we could charge additional rent, I received conflicting answers. So, let’s put this question to bed in today’s episode. View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode?  Submit your question at REIChics.

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The honeymoon phase with your tenant is over, or maybe it never started.  One of the common issues that I hear from Landlords is that they are not sure how to handle uncomfortable situations with their tenants.

In today’s episode, I share with you how I handle three common scenarios with section 8 tenants.  

What should you do if your tenant loses their job?

What to do if the tenant damages your property?

How to address housekeeping issues with your tenant? View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode?  Submit your question at REIChics.

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This episode continues the series where I clear up myths and misinformation regarding the housing choice voucher program, AKA the section 8 program.  In this episode, I will give you an overview of the process to successfully get your property listed on the program.

How to get your property featured on the section 8 housing list? 

What type of information does the program require from you? 

What items are included as part of the property inspection?

How long will it take to receive payment? View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode?  Submit your question at REIChics.com.

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When you hear someone mention renting to someone on the section 8 housing voucher program, what first comes to mind? Often, when I discuss with landlords the option of renting to a tenant on the section 8 voucher program, one of the first things that I hear is, “I don’t want to deal with the headache.” What if I told you that you could find someone on the program that will take care of your property and have a portion of your rent guaranteed by the program.     In today’s episode, I share with you part of my simple process to vet tenants so that you find the right tenant. Let me help you get rid of the headache and tone down the stress. View the full show notes.

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode?  Submit your question at REIChics.com.

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In this episode, I share my experience working with tenants on the housing assistance voucher program throughout my property management career. In addition, learn how my experience has been using the program for my investment portfolio. 

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In this episode, I answer one of your burning property management questions.  

What should you do if your property floods?

Listen and learn:

  • What you should do first if you experience a flood

  • How to document the incident

  • Who to call for clean-up and how to find them

Do you have a question that you want me to answer on an upcoming episode?  Submit your question at REIChics.com.

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Have you ever wondered why some landlords continue to profit while others remain in the red?  In my nearly two decades as a property manager, I have worked with a lot of landlords.  In this episode, I share what I have observed differentiates the landlords that succeed from those that don’t.  

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Anthony Russell is a former US Army Sergeant, author, and investor.  

In Anthony’s new book Leadership for Landlords - One U.S. Army Sergeant’s Secret to Land Leading, is a book for people looking to start a small rental property business or currently running a rental property business. The book It serves as a guide to being a true leader as a landlord by employing advanced, stern but empathetic military-style approaches and strategies.

In this episode we cover:

  • Empathy for tenants and Landlording as a Service
  • His time in the Army and how it developed him as a leader
  • How those are combined to develop a new property leadership style

And much more

Do you want to learn more about Anthony and his work? Connect with Anthony here https://leadershipforlandlords.com/ 

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In this episode, I share a story time about a recent experience where I overpaid for work at my home, but you don't have to. I offer simple ways that you can avoid overpaying for your repairs.  

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In this episode, I give my thoughts on the importance of embracing the stage of being a beginner. 

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of having a tenant screening process and the three things that you can do to set up a personalized screening process for your property.

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of having a mentor and how you can find a mentor that you truly connect with.

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In this episode, I discuss with my guest Laura Ali tips for preparing your rental property for lease.   Stand above the rest in a competitive market. 

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In this episode, I discuss with my guest Laura Ali how to give a memorable tour of your rental property.  These tips will help you lease your property fast. 

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In this episode, I answer one of your burning property management questions.  

Do you need to be a broker to manage a rental property?

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In this episode, we discuss the people landlords need on their “team.”

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In this episode, we discuss why you need a budget an operating budget for your rental properties, and I walk you through the process to create one.

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Budget template

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In this episode, we are discussing what landlords need to know about record-keeping. 

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In this episode, I discuss with my guest Laura Ali how we as property managers keep burnout at bay.

Below is a link to an interactive checklist with 10 tips to avoid burnout.

10 Tips to avoid burnout

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In this episode, I answer your burning property management questions.  

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In this episode, I have an honest conversation with my guest Laura Ali about remaining focused on your goals even when things get complicated. We provide tips and insight into the strategies that have been effective in our lives.

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In this episode, we will discuss the importance of being in touch with your "why"

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Welcome to the podcast and meet your host Shira Ali!

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