Changing Management Companies

This is a very normal occurrence that happens every month with us!

1 out of every 2 calls we receive is from a person who is dissatisfied with their management company or agent. So let us explain the process and how we can help you become a client!

• Is your property occupied or vacant?

  If your property is vacant, switching to us from another company is normally easy. You sign our management agreement (which we need by law in Florida—otherwise it is a third-degree felony!) and then notify in writing your old company/manager. Most companies are fine with an email and are often not surprised by the call or email.
  If the property is occupied, there is normally a termination clause in your management agreement to follow. We are happy to help you research these steps.

• How do I get all the “stuff” and give it to Red Fortress?

  This is simple! We will contact the other company after you have signed our management agreement and get the information from them. You do not have to do that work. We will look into getting the lease, the keys, the security deposit, the contact information, and the application. If you have some of that yourself (especially the lease), it is great to send it to us to see important details to help us help you (such as when the lease is expiring).

• How soon can Red Fortress start?

  That depends on whether the property is rented or not. If it is vacant, we can do it very quickly (in days!). If it is occupied, then that would depend on various factors such as the lease expiration, the termination clause, and the current situation with the renter.

• How does Red Fortress handle the current resident?

  We focus on stability for the renter. Normally, you would want the renter to continue (if they are good), and so we want them to stay. If there was a reason to not want them to stay, then we would talk with you about the best way to proceed that is beneficial to both you and the resident.

• What if the lease is coming up for renewal?

  It is important for us to legally manage the property a month or more prior to the end of the lease so that we can talk with you and the resident about what is the best way to continue their residency. If we don’t, then there is a chance the resident goes on a month-to-month tenancy and this could mean a vacancy or loss of some income for you.