When you partner with First Lock Property Management, you get more than rent collection. Every owner-client in Collegeville and the surrounding Montgomery County area receives the same set of property management benefits, built to protect your rental, lower your risk and keep more of your income in your pocket.
Here are the benefits that make real estate investors trust First Lock with their rental investments.
Property Inspections
We perform periodic exterior property inspections and at least one annual full interior inspection with documented checklists and photos.
Month-to-Month Property Management Agreement
Long-term contracts are scary, so we offer a month-to-month property management agreement with no termination fees or penalties, because we believe we should earn your business every day.
Tenant Placement Protection for the First 12 Months
If we place a tenant and they break their lease during the first 12 months, we will find a new tenant at no cost to you.
Direct Rent Deposits to Your Bank Account
Tenant rent is deposited directly into your bank account by ACH each month, so there are no checks to chase.
No Rent Collected, No Management Fee
We believe that if we cannot collect the rent, then we should not get paid. You only pay us a management fee if we successfully collect the rent due.
No Leasing Fee Until Your Rental Is Leased
You do not pay us a leasing fee until we have a signed lease and money paid from the tenant.
One Dedicated Property Manager and a 24-Hour Response Time
Our owner-clients have one direct point of contact — your Executive Property Manager — and we return all communication within 24 business hours.
24/7 Maintenance and a Prescreened Vendor Network
We are available 24/7 to protect your property around the clock. We have protocols to ensure cost control, and we prescreen all of our vendors. Learn more about our rental property maintenance services.
Legal Compliance and Fair Housing Protection
Our lease agreement is reviewed by legal counsel, and we operate in full compliance with Pennsylvania and federal fair housing, habitability, application screening, and right-to-cure laws.
Preferred Rates When You Buy or Sell
As an owner-client you enjoy reduced fees whenever you buy and sell properties with us.
24/7 Online Owner Portal and Reports
We provide you with secure online access to monthly statements, inspection reports, invoice copies, tax reports, and rental history with a click of a mouse.
Thorough Tenant Screening
Advanced background search technology plus custom in-house applicant screening ensures only highly qualified applicants are approved to rent our properties.
Giving Back to Local Residents
For every lease we sign, we set aside a contribution that is used to help responsible residents pay their rent during unexpected financial emergencies.
Follow-Up Surveys After Every Repair
To ensure all repairs are done properly, we follow up with each tenant after the job is complete to be sure everything is correct.
Honest, Relationship-Based Property Management
Our business is serving investors and renters with honest, relationship-based service. Clear communication and transparent reporting are part of every owner relationship.