All Forum Posts by: Brian Phelt

Mark,

I can tell you the Texas Legislature is looking at several bills this session regarding short term rentals and whether local cities can collect various taxes from short-term rental property owners.  Something to think about as you begin the journey of looking for homes .

That being said, I am a local agent here in San Antonio and would be happy to assist you with any questions you may have.

Thank you.

As a property manager, when I am asked these questions by a potential owner here is what I say:

A good property manager will ensure the property condition is maintained (actually make visits or have visits performed).  They will ensure the property not only stays rented, but has quality tenants and is being rented at the correct market rates.  

Our job as a property manager is to work on behalf of the owner, and be the voice of the tenant to the owner.  As the owner, you are not giving up control, you are simply delegating the day to day tasks that can consume your time and energy.  Be upfront with your management company regarding what your goals are ( appreciation, cashflow, or both) and develop a plan that gives you peace of mind.

Best of luck.

Glad it was truly an error and not done on purpose.  As stated by others, I would have suggested that you call and inquire as well.   

Let us know if you have questions as you begin your search for a new company.

Best of luck.

For the number of units you are managing, Buildium or Rentec are your best option in my opinion.   We use Appfolio and love it, but you need to have 100+ units for it to make financial sense.  Buildium and Appfolio are almost identical in function so I would start there.

Best of luck.

Welcome to BP Stephen.   As others have stated, this is an excellent resource for information.   Don't hesitate to reach out to anyone with questions.   I am always happy to meet up over coffee if you ever want to talk.

Best of luck on your endeavors.

Hello,

I would be happy to assist you.  I work with several out of state investors, and I'm also a property manager.  Please feel free to send me a message if you would like to discuss. 

Thank you.  

Welcome to BP! In addition to the vast amount of information found on this great site, I would also recommend going to some of the RE meetings held here in San Antonio (you can do a search on here to see the list). Networking with other individuals who share your passion will open many doors for you. Best of luck on your new venture.

Hello , I would be happy to have a conversation with you. Please feel free to send me a message. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you

Welcome to BP Ian, and thank you for service.   As you have discovered, there is a wealth of knowledge here.    

Attending the REIA meetings is a great idea as well. They all have a different feel to them, so hopefully after going to a few of them you will find one that fits you.

Continue to ask the questions and feel free to out if you ever want to talk or need guidance.

Best of luck in your endeavors. 

Hello Nicholas,

Congrats on getting your first deal done!  Keep us posted as you start to work on Duplex #2!