Owner Information

There are two reasons to use a Property Manager:

• to protect yourproperty and
• to save money.

An investment in a professional Property Manager significantly reduces the likelihood that you will have a tenant who does not pay the rent or who damages your property.

People with marginal credit and rental histories frequently cannot rent through a professional property management agency so they rent from owners who then have difficulty dealing with all of the issues that an unqualified tenant presents.

Professional Property Managers have resources, such as access to the credit bureau and licensed contractors at below retail rates that help minimize or even prevent losses from the rental of your property.

Why Choose Vanguard Realty, Inc.?

For years Vanguard has been not only a leading real estate brokerage in terms of sales but also a property management company with an excellent reputation. Because our Property Managers are highly skilled and qualified real estate professionals we provide services that other companies do not.

Vanguard’s agents will check credit reports and rental and employment histories of prospective tenants and then discuss with you the likelihood of a successful tenancy. Vanguard has access to the MIO report which photographically documents the condition of your property when a tenancy begins and when it ends, eliminating disputes with tenants who try to find reasons to avoid loss of their security deposit.

All Vanguard approved contractors are licensed and insured, protecting you from claims by uninsured contractors. Our agents understand the ins and outs of landlord tenant laws and are your advocate to help insure that rent is paid promptly and that the tenant’s rights are not violated and Vanguard agents have access to attorneys who specialize in tenant relationships, all decreasing the likelihood that you could end up in court with a tenant.

With over 20 years of property management expertise Vanguard has the systems, procedures, programs, documents and contacts to help protect your investment and maximize your financial return.

Our Commitment

We understand that your property represents a significant investment, and will make every effort to handle it in a professional manner that will maximize your investment and return to you the property in the best possible condition.

Our Services

• Tenant location, through signs, internet exposure our industry contacts and the MLS service.
• Tenant selection, through our access to the credit bureau, previous landlords and employers.
• Property protection, through MIO, the only comprehensive photographic Move In and Move Out report available.
• Owner representation, through use of a comprehensive rental lease, understanding of the applicable Florida Statutes governing landlord/tenant relationships and access to legal counsel that specializes in landlord/tenant law.
• Prompt rent collection through skillful use of our assets in tenant selection and a thorough understanding of the landlord/tenant statutes.
• Property protection through the use of experienced licensed contractors and follow up inspection by the Property Manager.
• Complete bookkeeping services. Monthly statements showing gross revenue, deductions and monthly net income.
• Preparation of end of year 1099s for your accountant to use in preparing your income tax.

Placement of your property on the market for rent always involves a degree of risk, tenants that don’t pay and must be evicted, contractors that do unsatisfactory work, possible long periods of vacancy and at the end of the year the need to pull all of the history together and make it part of your income tax filings.

No real estate company can guarantee that an owner will not have an unfortunate experience but a professional Property Manager, who understands the rental environment, is your best insurance that your experience will be positive. At Vanguard we believe that our services will enhance your return.

Service You Deserve From People You Trust

Surely it's possible to manage the property yourself? Of course it is! However, the benefits of having your property managed with Vanguard Realty, Inc s priceless!