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So I was talking to this realtor…

Sun Rock Properties — Sun, 30 May 2010 14:52:00 +0000

about a property her client was interested in renting. She asked me what the comission was for leasing the property. I asked her what she meant and she was direct in saying, ‘how much do I get paid when my client signs a lease?’

I continued the questioning because I thought it would be interesting to hear the greed drip through the phone. She said usually the comission is ‘one half of first month’s rent’. Since we charge less for our own leasing fee, I had to tell her we do not have a commission to offer. That was the last I heard from her.

Now I don’t expect people to work for free, but some questions came to mind. What if this property was the absolute perfect one for her client? How much would that be worth? If a realtor located a property for a client, it was the ideal place, the client loved it and it improved the client’s life, wouldn’t they rave to all of their friends and family about the realtor?

The realtor might have received 10 referrals from that one prospect and maybe 10 more from each of the new referrals. Maybe 100 commissions were thrown away in a chase to get paid, rather than putting the client first.

At Sun Rock, we give before we get. The purpose of this blog is to give quality information to real estate investors. By doing this we have earned well-educated and informed clients for life. This is the difference between chasing a paycheck every month and building a successful business.

Not saying all realtors act like this, but anyone who does, Sun Rock Property Management does not want to do business with.

For quality property management in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, contact Sun Rock Property Management now.

Is Your Property Manager a Realtor?

Sun Rock Properties — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 22:10:00 +0000

Most property management companies are run by Realtors. They can manage your property, or sell it, or whatever. Too bad for you the Realtor can make a lot more money in a lot less time if they throw your property on the MLS, have a buyer come along, and get a 4% commission instead of managing it.

The mindset of a realtor is not the same as a real estate investor. Realtors are salespeople, helping people buy and sell their homes regardless of capital gain or loss. Investors are seeking high returns on their money, generating cashflow and building wealth. During the boom and bust of the mid 2000’s, many realtors got burned thinking they were investors just because they were in the real estate business.

Usually a Realtor will get into the property management business, thinking it is easy and will generate a little extra income. The result is a domination of Real Estate Agencies, who also do property management. Would you hire an electrician who does a little plumbing on the side to fix your sink? No, you would hire a plumber.

The lack of focus and priority among these companies makes finding a good property management company hard. Sun Rock Property Management was developed by real estate investors to offer an alternative to the realtor/property management companies.

Property Management is all we do.

For focused, efficient management with a personal commitment to you, contact Sun Rock Property Management.

Best Home Trader

Sun Rock Properties — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:54:00 +0000

One of Sun Rock Property Management’s more tech-savvy friends has recently launched a website to list your home for sale.

The idea of Best Home Trader is to get maximum exposure of your listing online at the best price. By posting your listing you can get to the top of search engines and reach potential buyers nationwide. Listings can be created with a lot of detail and the site is user-friendly.

Viewing current listings or posting your own can be done now at Best Home Trader.

Sun Rock Property Management offers focused, efficient property management with a personal commitment to our owners.

Rent vs. Buy 2010

Sun Rock Properties — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:29:00 +0000

The rent vs. buy calculator was traditionally used by realtors and mortgage lenders as a way to show you the benefits of homeownership. These include building equity, getting a tax write-off and appreciation of the property.

These numbers always skew in favor of purchasing a home instead of renting, which is what they want you to do anyway. Buying a home and paying it off in 30 years does make sense financially, but who really does that anymore?

To make an intelligent decision in times like these, you have to go outside the numbers.

Will I live in the property for 30 years?

What is the total cost of ownership of the property?

What if I get transferred or move?

What if I can’t find a tenant or a tenant doesn’t pay?

What if I lose my job?

What if property doesn’t appreciate for the next 15 years?

What repairs/renovations will I have to do?

What if my taxes, insurance and homeowners’ dues increase?

Ask yourself a few of these questions and see if renting might be the right choice for you, right now.

Sun Rock Property Management is a full-service property management company in Florida, with a portfolio of properties from Apollo Beach to Sarasota, Florida.

Heritage Harbour – Property Management Perspective

Sun Rock Properties — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:42:43 +0000

A master-planned community in the 34212 zip code, Heritage Harbour is east of I-75 on State Road 64. Built by Lennar, the desirable community offers a variety of homes and amenities for every lifestyle.

The entrance is a long, scenic pathway. On the left is a lighthouse on a small lake, huge children’s playground, picnic area, lake, walking trail, dock, and several baseball and soccer fields.

Heritage Harbour is split into three neighborhoods. Stoneybrook, Lighthouse Cove and River Strand

Lighthouse Cove, which features single family homes, townhomes, pools and playgrounds. It has an open, family friendly feel to it.

Stoneybrook is a gated community with a clubhouse, restaurant, golf, pools and a gym. Stoneybrook has a variety of houses, condominiums and villas. There is nothing like sitting on your screened-in lanai and watching golfers play a round.

River Strand is Heritage Harbour’s newest neighborhood. It features golf, tennis, fitness and more. Rest in a hammock in the make-shift beach at the pool area, or rest in the lazy river pool. River Strand, pure luxury at its finest.

Send your children to Bradenton’s best schools includes: Freedom Elementary and Lakewood Ranch High School. Both are top-rated schools.

Heritage Harbour offers quick access to shopping, schools, grocery stores and more.

Townhomes are renting from $800-$1100 per month. $1400 –1600 is the average rent for a home. Vacation rentals are around $150 per day or $950-$1050 per week.

Most of the homes were built during the peak of the housing boom in 2004-2006. Because of this, there are a lot of foreclosures, short sales and opportunities for investors.

With lower prices, outstanding amenities and strong rental rates, Heritage Harbour is a great place to invest.

For expert property management in Heritage Harbour and River Strand, contact Sun Rock Property Management.