The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the first episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager” with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. Whether you are your property manager, you are already in a property management relationship, or you are thinking about hiring a property manager, this series help you set expectations for performance that can only positively impact your profitability over time. Chris and Laci kick off this series with a discussion about getting clear in your mind…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the second episode of our 12-part series called What To Expect From Your Property Manager with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. Whether you are your property manager, you are already in a property management relationship, or you are thinking about hiring a property manager, this series help you set expectations for performance that can only positively impact your profitability over time. In this episode Chris, Laci, and Gretchen discuss being able to list and communicate your minimum…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the third episode of our 12-part series called What To Expect From Your Property Manager with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. Welcome to The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast! In this episode, hosts Chris McAllister, Laci Leblanc, and Gretchen Mitchell dive deep into the importance of meeting your property management team before making any commitments. In “Meet The Team THEN Decide,” we explore the foundational role of trust in managing your valuable assets. We’ll discuss the value of…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the fourth episode of our 12-part series called What To Expect From Your Property Manager with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. Welcome back to The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast! In this episode, hosts Chris McAllister, Laci Leblanc, and Gretchen Mitchell will explore the critical role of controlling rehab and maintenance costs in maintaining landlord profitability. Join us as we take a deep dive into: The importance of proactive decision-making and tenant selection to prevent costly repairs down…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the fifth episode of our 12-part series called What To Expect From Your Property Manager with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. In this episode, we’re tackling a question every landlord wants answered: “Will They Rent Your Property For Top $$$ FAST?” Minimizing vacancies is crucial to maximizing your profitability as a landlord. But how can you ensure your property manager is up to the task? This episode breaks down the essential steps that can help your property…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the sixth episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager” with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. Chris McAllister, joined by co-hosts Laci LeBlanc and Gretchen Mitchell, dives deep into the importance of a clear and non-discriminatory tenant screening process and break down how to ensure your property manager is following HUD’s updated tenant screening guidelines, issued in April 2024. While the topic may seem dry, it’s critical for any landlord or property…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the seventh episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager” with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. In this insightful episode of the Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast, Chris McAllister, alongside co-hosts Laci LeBlanc and Gretchen Mitchell, delves into the critical role of tenant relations in property management. They discuss how strong tenant relationships impact profitability, reduce turnover, and ensure consistent rental income. Drawing on their experience at ROOST Real Estate Co, the team…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the eighth episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager” with Gretchen Mitchell, Director of Property Management for ROOST Real Estate Co. Click here to view all the episodes in this series. In this insightful episode of the Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast, Chris McAllister, Laci LeBlanc, and Gretchen Mitchell sit down with accounting expert Jill McGregor to demystify the financial side of property management. This episode is packed with actionable insights for both property owners and property managers, focusing on the critical role of accurate accounting, trust account…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the ninth episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager.” Click here to view all the episodes in this series. One of the best parts of working with a good property management company who is committed to your joint success is their ability to help you expand your portfolio in a strategic way. After all, arguably the biggest challenge for real estate investors is identifying profitable properties. In this insightful episode of the Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast, Chris McAllister and Morgan Cole, founder of Rescover. Rescover is a…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the tenth episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager.” Click here to view all the episodes in this series. In this episode, we’re breaking down the fees property managers charge, why they exist, and how they contribute to the overall success of your rental investment. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear understanding of the common fees property managers charge, what services those fees cover, how to evaluate whether you’re getting value for what you’re paying, and how property managers structure their fees and…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the eleventh episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager.” Click here to view all the episodes in this series. In this episode Chris, Laci, and Gretchen walk through one of the most critical steps in managing your rental portfolio: interviewing a prospective property manager. This episode offers a practical guide for landlords evaluating prospective property managers, including what to ask in interviews, what to look for in a property management agreement (PMA), and how to ensure a smooth onboarding process. Plus, Chris, Laci, and Gretchen share the…

The Landlord Profitability Playbook Podcast This is the twelfth and final episode of our 12-part series called “What To Expect From Your Property Manager.” Click here to view all the episodes in this series. In the final installment of the What to Expect from Your Property Manager series, host Chris McAllister, alongside co-host Laci LeBlanc and ROOST Property Management Director Gretchen Mitchell, wraps up a year-long exploration into every aspect of working with a property manager—or being your own. This comprehensive episode is a deep-dive recap of the key lessons from the series and offers a clear framework for landlords, whether you’re…