Compass Property Management Blog

This landlord compliance checklist walks through adverse action notices, lease signing requirements, move-in documentation, security deposit handling, and the notices Georgia landlords are expected to serve during tenancy and at termination. Compass Property Management runs this landlord compliance process for owners across metro Atlanta every day, and the properties that stay out of trouble almost always have a paper trail behind every decision. Ready to Take the Next Step? 404 445 7770 Contact Us Start With Your Fair Housing Paper…

Rental property owners in metro Atlanta usually ask one of two questions before hiring a manager: what does this cost, and how is that cost calculated? The answer depends heavily on whether a firm charges a flat monthly fee or a percentage of collected rent. Compass Property Management, which manages single-family rentals, townhomes, and small multi-unit properties across Cobb, Cherokee, Fulton, and DeKalb counties, prices its plans on a flat-fee structure that flexes from one property to fifty. This article walks through how each pricing…

Atlanta is not one uniform rental market. A Midtown condo, BeltLine bungalow, and single-family home outside the Perimeter may have similar bedroom counts yet compete for different renters. Accurate pricing requires neighborhood-level comparisons, an understanding of the tenant’s total monthly cost, and attention to leasing activity. In this article, Compass Property Management will go over how to price your property to stay competitive. Ready to Take the Next Step? 404 445 7770 Contact Us Begin With the Cost of a Pricing Mistake Sup…

A rental can be vacant without being ready for the market. Stained flooring, a sticking door, dirty appliances, or unfinished repairs may seem minor, but prospective tenants often view these details as signs of how the property will be managed. Good preparation can improve showings, reduce maintenance calls after move-in, and limit costly vacancy. In this article, Compass Property Management shares eight practical ways to prepare your property for its next tenant. Ready to Take the Next Step? 404 445 7770 Contact Us Start With a Turn…

Key Takeaways Focus on reducing turnover by maintaining your property proactively and addressing issues before they contribute to costly vacancies. Choose durable, low-maintenance materials during turnovers to help lower long-term repair and replacement expenses. Evaluate upgrades based on lifecycle cost, repairability, and how well they support your property's rental value instead of upfront price alone. Standardizing finishes, paint colors, and replacement materials across your portfolio can simplify maintenance and reduce future turnover co…