What makes a good property manager?

[Hannah Krebs]

Hello everyone,

I am considering getting into property management in my area and was hoping to get some opinions from those who work in the field currently or use a property manager for their rentals. If you wouldn't mind sharing some insight, here are some things I'm curious to know:

If you use a property manager:

1. What is the #1 thing you like that your property manager does? #1 dislike?

2. What service, if any, is your property manager missing? Is there something they could offer that would be extremely helpful?

3. How do you vet a property manager? What do you look for when choosing one?

4. Do you have any stories where your property manager really exceeded or really fell short of your expectations?

If you are a property manager: 

1. What information would you share with someone considering the career field? 

2. What would you go back and tell yourself? What do you wish you would've known before you started your career?

3. What do you think  makes a good property manager? Are there defining characteristics that stand out?

I've been listening to podcasts and reading as much as I can on the subject, but I figure the amazing community here would be a great resource for some opinions! Any more information you'd be willing to share would be greatly appreciated. Thank you all in advance for your time.