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Multiple Phone Numbers for Multiple Markets Vs. an 800 Number
So I've got a property management company that only manages properties I own.
I'm currently in 4 different markets.
I've outgrown Google Voice (They took my phone number away forever at 2:00am) so I'm moving to Grasshopper which I would have done months ago had I known it existed.
I'm trying to decide between one 800 number (that is textable) or getting a different number for each market. I see benefits to each.
Pros of Separate Numbers
It's a lot easier to get things done with a local number. Housekeepers/contractors/plumbers... They see a non-local number and they roll their eyes.
Able to keep things straight. This number is this group of properties. That number is that group of homes.
Cons:
Toggling between numbers on Grasshopper app.
Possibly creating too much work for no reason
$10 per month for each extra number (not an issue if the system works)
NOTE: Some of these are Vacation Rentals that legally have to have a phone number with 24/7 access.
NOTE: I'm not answering these numbers. Employees, specifically my VA will have full access to the phone number(s) Although I will have the option.
Your thoughts on which system will work better?
Thanks!