Solutions to property management challenges.
You did everything right when you bought your second home. You researched for months before deciding on the perfect location for you and your family. You engaged a local realtor and flew out to see the listings in person, and you made sure everything was in perfect condition, from the weatherproofed roof and windows to the steps leading down to the private beach. You also wasted in no time in finding a property manager. You collected references for companies in the area and interviewed your prospects in person to ensure that they maintain a professional appearance and demeanor. You checked to see if they belonged to trade or professional associations and whether any complaints had been filed against them with the state agency that oversees real estate, and you were satisfied on both counts. For a few years,…