Question 1

How much does property management cost in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

Full-service property management in Massachusetts typically costs 5-10% of monthly rent collected. At Longview Properties, our fees are competitive and tailored to each property. Reach out for a free rental assessment and customized pricing.

Question 2

What does a property manager actually do?

Accepted Answer

A property manager handles tenant screening, lease preparation, rent collection, maintenance coordination, bookkeeping, financial reporting, lease enforcement, and legal compliance. Longview Properties also operates a 24/7 maintenance contact center, provides market rent analysis, property inspections, and investor advisory services.

Question 3

What areas does Longview Properties serve?

Accepted Answer

We manage properties across Greater Boston, the South Shore, and Rhode Island, including Boston, Quincy, Brookline, Braintree, Weymouth, Newton, Hingham, Milton, Norwood, Dedham, Westwood, Attleboro, and the Providence metro area.

Question 4

How do you screen tenants?

Accepted Answer

Our screening includes credit checks, criminal background checks, employment and income verification, rental history review, and landlord references. We verify every applicant meets income requirements and has a clean rental track record before recommending approval.

Question 5

How fast can you fill a vacancy?

Accepted Answer

Our average time-to-lease is 18-25 days. We check in with tenants 60-90 days before lease end to plan ahead. We market on Zillow, Apartments.com, MLS, and social media, handle all showings, and manage the lease signing process.

Question 6

Do you manage single-family homes or just multi-family?

Accepted Answer

We manage all property types including single-family homes, condos, multi-family buildings, triple deckers, larger apartment buildings, and commercial and mixed-use properties.

Question 7

Can you help with evictions in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We manage evictions end to end, from notice preparation and court coordination to attorney referrals. Massachusetts has strict landlord-tenant laws, and we ensure precise compliance with all requirements.

Question 8

What kind of financial reporting do owners receive?

Accepted Answer

Owners receive monthly income and expense statements, year-end financial summaries, and 1099 preparation. We also run financial forecasts. All reports are accessible anytime through our online owner portal.

Question 9

Do you work with out-of-state investors?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Many of our clients are out-of-state investors. We provide full management, monthly reporting, and property inspections so you can invest in Massachusetts without being local.

Question 10

How do I know if I should self-manage or hire a property manager?

Accepted Answer

Self-managing means 10-15 hours per month on maintenance, tenant communication, lease renewals, bookkeeping, and legal compliance. Factor in the cost of a wrongly handled eviction ($5,000-$15,000) or extended vacancy, and professional management usually pays for itself.

Question 11

What happens if a tenant stops paying rent?

Accepted Answer

We follow a strict collections process, issuing notices immediately in compliance with Massachusetts law. If needed, we initiate the formal eviction process, preparing the notice to quit, filing with the court, and coordinating with attorneys.

Question 12

How do you handle maintenance and repairs?

Accepted Answer

We provide 24/7 emergency response and coordinate all maintenance through vetted local contractors. For non-emergency work, we get owner approval before spending above a set threshold.

Question 13

Can you help me raise rent on my property?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide annual rent analysis comparing your current rent against comparable properties. If the market supports an increase, we recommend the right amount and timing and handle tenant notification and lease updates.

Question 14

Do you offer property inspections?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide free visual property inspections to assess condition, identify deferred maintenance, and recommend upgrades that could support a rent increase.

Question 15

Is Longview Properties licensed and insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Longview Properties LLC is fully licensed and insured, operating in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Question 16

What makes Longview Properties different from other property managers?

Accepted Answer

We are real estate investors ourselves, so we think like owners. We understand cap rates, cash flow, and long-term asset value. Based in Quincy, we operate a 24/7 maintenance contact center and provide financial forecasting and tailored management plans.

Question 17

How do I get started with Longview Properties?

Accepted Answer

Contact us for a free rental analysis. We will evaluate your property, analyze comparable rents, and show you what professional management looks like. Call (617) 793-7223 or visit lvproperties.com/contact.

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