Grand Rapids Property Management, Investment Services, and Landlord Advice

Name: United Properties of West Michigan
Address: 1348 Front Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
Telephone: 616-965-2300
Price range: $$

Grand Rapids property management is harder than it looks. There’s a lot to know if you want to successfully manage your own properties in the West Michigan Area. Many people think, “I can do this on my own, I don’t need professional Michigan property managers”. It seems so simple. But behind the scenes is an ever changing system of landlord laws, Michigan property management statutes, local building codes, housing codes, and tenants’ rights.

We have the expertise in Michigan rental property management Grand Rapids owners rely on to take care of their investment

As a licensed Michigan real estate broker, we work with a wide range of investors. Whether you are a first-time landlord or well-seasoned in residential property investment, we can help put all the pieces in place and manage them successfully.

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Looking for Professional, Local Property Management?

Whether you are a first-time landlord or an experienced investor, in Grand Rapids or the surrounding areas, we can help you. If you’re in need of property investment services, or just need help finding reliable tenants, we’re here for you. Even if you have one rental property or an entire portfolio, we can review your performance and offer help on areas we can improve.

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Real Estate Investing: Local Market Knowledge and Industry Expertise

United Properties provides high quality Grand Rapids property management services in the greater West Michigan area. We can manage every part of the investment experience for you; from acquisition to rehab to management. United Properties effectively coordinates all aspects of your real estate investment.

Thinking about Investing in Rental Real Estate?

There are many good reasons to invest in Grand Rapids, Kentwood, Wyoming, Caledonia, Rockford, Grandville, and the surrounding areas. This is a thriving area, with plenty of culture, recreation, and economic growth. The housing market continues to grow, and it is the best time to get your foot in the door. Talk to us about how to do that.

Professional Grand Rapids Property Management and Tenant Placement

We’re happy to help you find the perfect investment property, and then we’ll expertly manage it for you. If you already have a rental home, our tenant placement and hands-on Michigan property managers will help it perform better. If you’re in need of Grand Rapids, Kentwood, or Rockford property management, or anywhere else in the West Michigan area, we can help.

Need a Free Rental Analysis for Grand Rapids Property Management?

Most investors in Grand Rapids aren’t sure about how much value their rental property holds. We know how to correctly price your property to ensure it rents quickly to a great tenant and earns you as much income as possible.

Is your investment property in North East Citizens Action, East Grand Rapids, Oakdale or elsewhere in Grand Rapids?

Talk to us about your property, and we’ll send you an estimate of its rental value. We have a deep understanding of the rental market in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. We know what tenants are looking for, and how to maximize your potential rents based on unit quality and the market demand.That makes us the rental home management company Muskegon, Wyoming, and other Grand Rapids area owners rely on.

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Video Calls & Recorded Video

“I moved to Michigan from Nevada and they were the only property management group who worked with us to look at homes via video calls and recorded video. Courtney really helped keep us in the loop and constantly updated me on any questions I had and went out of her way to make sure we got the place we wanted once we arrived in Michigan. Dee was also extremely helpful and went to any house we asked her to and helped us view the homes at times that were convenient to us with a 3 hour time difference. Loved them and am excited to continue working with them!”

Tanya Toribio

We’re Here for Owners and Investors

Our clients are as unique as the properties they own. That’s why we offer personalized service and customized management plans. Contact us at United Properties of West Michigan, and we will see if we have a Grand Rapids property management program that fits your needs.

Interested in rental properties in zip codes 49503, 49504, 49505, 49506, 49507 or anywhere else in the Grand Rapids area?

Give us a call. Our team of experts can give you the guidance and help you need.

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Property Management FAQs

Choose the Best Price For Your Grand Rapids Property Management Needs

Whether you need placement only or full service management, we can help.

	Placement Only	Full Management	Owner Maintenance
Tenant Placement Fee	100% of 1 Month's Rent	60% of 1 Month's Rent	60% of 1 Month's Rent
Monthly Management Fee	No Monthly Fees	8-10% Monthly Management Fee	10% Monthly Management Fee
Rent Assessment
Marketing the Property
Finding Tenants
Tenant Screening
Pet Screening
Full Legal Compliance
Convenient Rent Payments
Accounting
Property Maintenance
Rent Collection
Eviction Process Handling
Property Accounting and Reporting
Monthly Owner Statements
Property Evaluations
Owner and Tenant Portals
Tenant Maintenance System
Filter Replacement Program
Leasing Guarantee
Pet Guarantee
Maintenance Guarantee
Capital Improvement Evaluation	Upon Request	Upon Request	Upon Request

Placement Only

Tenant Placement Fee:
100% of 1 Month's Rent
Monthly Management Fee:
No Monthly Fees

Rent Assessment

We access hundreds of rental comps in Grand Rapids and we suggest improvements to increase rents.

Marketing the Property

We advertise our rentals on 30+ websites and combine traditional marketing with the latest technology which allows us to maximize showing times. Our professional pictures set us apart from the competition.

Finding Tenants

We use in-house leasing agents in addition to state-of-the-art self-showing technology to gather as many applicants as possible. Our online application makes the process easy for prospects and our in-staff application underwriter and full time leasing agent allows us to have a quicker return on application approvals and increased showing opportunities.

Tenant Screening

We’ve set high qualification standards and have a detailed application process, which includes income verification, background checks, credit checks, landlord verification and even pet screening!

Pet Screening

All pets and ESA requests are reviewed for compliance by our team.

Full Legal Compliance

Our leasing agents and property managers are all licensed. We conduct all our activities in accordance with State and Federal law as well as the National Association of Residential Property Managers Code of Ethics.

Capital Improvement Evaluation*

Annual visit and report on capital improvement needs for your rental property. - Upon Request

Full Management

Tenant Placement Fee:
60% of 1 Month's Rent
Monthly Management Fee:
8-10% Monthly Management Fee

Rent Assessment

We access hundreds of rental comps in Grand Rapids and we suggest improvements to increase rents.

Marketing the Property

We advertise our rentals on 30+ websites and combine traditional marketing with the latest technology which allows us to maximize showing times. Our professional pictures set us apart from the competition.

Finding Tenants

We use in-house leasing agents in addition to state-of-the-art self-showing technology to gather as many applicants as possible. Our online application makes the process easy for prospects and our in-staff application underwriter and full time leasing agent allows us to have a quicker return on application approvals and increased showing opportunities.

Tenant Screening

We’ve set high qualification standards and have a detailed application process, which includes income verification, background checks, credit checks, landlord verification and even pet screening!

Pet Screening

All pets and ESA requests are reviewed for compliance by our team.

Full Legal Compliance

Our leasing agents and property managers are all licensed. We conduct all our activities in accordance with State and Federal law as well as the National Association of Residential Property Managers Code of Ethics.

Convenient Rent Payments

6 ways for tenants to pay rent conveniently and on time.

Accounting

Detailed monthly statements, annual reports, and 24/7 access to an online owner's portal.

Property Maintenance

We have a dedicated maintenance team of qualified vendors and outside vendors to ensure prompt repairs and we are on-call 24/7/365 for emergencies.

Rent Collection

We manage all rent collections for your property. (We have strict policies and standards in place to collect rent as effectively as possible.)

Eviction Process Handling*

Our Accounts Receivable team members work directly with a local Grand Rapids based law firm in the unfortunate event of eviction proceedings. We will also assist with after-move-out collections efforts if there is a balance.

Property Accounting and Reporting

We have an in-house accounting team who oversees all accounting and reporting functions. We use Rent Manager management software -- the leading, comprehensive, integrated accounting, maintenance, and advertising program available to the industry.

Monthly Owner Statements

We simplify your life by connecting you to your Owner Portal to send monthly owner statements and you have access to a dozen other reports.

Property Evaluations

Detailed, annual inspections to report on the condition of your property.

Owner and Tenant Portals

We give you real-time access to your properties via your Rent Manager Owner Portal. Prospective residents can apply online with the click of a button, existing residents pay their rent online instead of sending rent checks by mail.

Tenant Maintenance System

From their mobile device, tenants can conveniently place maintenance requests, schedule appointments and communicate with vendors, making life simple for our tenants. You receive same day notifications through our online services.

Filter Replacement Program

We schedule filter replacements.

Leasing Guarantee

If a tenant we place into your rental property leaves before the end of the initial lease term, we will not charge you another placement fee to find a replacement tenant (excluding moves for military orders and if the tenant was an owner exception).

Pet Guarantee

If you decide to allow pets at your property; we have a strict pet screening process as a part of our approval process. We have limited dog breeds, weight restrictions, and require proof of spay/neuter, shots/vaccinations, pictures of the pet(s), and registration with the city.

Maintenance Guarantee

Maintenance service performed by our in-house maintenance company is guaranteed for workmanship for 30 days after completion.

Capital Improvement Evaluation*

Annual visit and report on capital improvement needs for your rental property. - Upon Request

Owner Maintenance

Tenant Placement Fee:
60% of 1 Month's Rent
Monthly Management Fee:
10% Monthly Management Fee

Rent Assessment

We access hundreds of rental comps in Grand Rapids and we suggest improvements to increase rents.

Marketing the Property

We advertise our rentals on 30+ websites and combine traditional marketing with the latest technology which allows us to maximize showing times. Our professional pictures set us apart from the competition.

Finding Tenants

We use in-house leasing agents in addition to state-of-the-art self-showing technology to gather as many applicants as possible. Our online application makes the process easy for prospects and our in-staff application underwriter and full time leasing agent allows us to have a quicker return on application approvals and increased showing opportunities.

Tenant Screening

We’ve set high qualification standards and have a detailed application process, which includes income verification, background checks, credit checks, landlord verification and even pet screening!

Pet Screening

All pets and ESA requests are reviewed for compliance by our team.

Full Legal Compliance

Our leasing agents and property managers are all licensed. We conduct all our activities in accordance with State and Federal law as well as the National Association of Residential Property Managers Code of Ethics.

Convenient Rent Payments

6 ways for tenants to pay rent conveniently and on time.

Property Maintenance

We have a dedicated maintenance team of qualified vendors and outside vendors to ensure prompt repairs and we are on-call 24/7/365 for emergencies.

Accounting

Detailed monthly statements, annual reports, and 24/7 access to an online owner's portal.

Rent Collection

We manage all rent collections for your property. (We have strict policies and standards in place to collect rent as effectively as possible.)

Eviction Process Handling*

Our Accounts Receivable team members work directly with a local Grand Rapids based law firm in the unfortunate event of eviction proceedings. We will also assist with after-move-out collections efforts if there is a balance.

Property Accounting and Reporting

We have an in-house accounting team who oversees all accounting and reporting functions. We use Rent Manager management software -- the leading, comprehensive, integrated accounting, maintenance, and advertising program available to the industry.

Monthly Owner Statements

We simplify your life by connecting you to your Owner Portal to send monthly owner statements and you have access to a dozen other reports.

Property Evaluations

Detailed, annual inspections to report on the condition of your property.

Owner and Tenant Portals

We give you real-time access to your properties via your Rent Manager Owner Portal. Prospective residents can apply online with the click of a button, existing residents pay their rent online instead of sending rent checks by mail.

Tenant Maintenance System

From their mobile device, tenants can conveniently place maintenance requests, schedule appointments and communicate with vendors, making life simple for our tenants. You receive same day notifications through our online services.

Pet Guarantee

If you decide to allow pets at your property; we have a strict pet screening process as a part of our approval process. We have limited dog breeds, weight restrictions, and require proof of spay/neuter, shots/vaccinations, pictures of the pet(s), and registration with the city.

Capital Improvement Evaluation*

Annual visit and report on capital improvement needs for your rental property. - Upon Request

Eviction Shield

Loss Rent Shield

About Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is a thriving city located on the Grand River, approximately 25 miles east of Lake Michigan. The city is nicknamed the “Furniture City” based on its historic furniture-manufacturing center. Grand Rapids is also home to Floyd Mayweather, Al Green, President Gerald R. Ford, and Betty Ford. There are a variety of festivals and events for residents and visitors, the largest being Art Prize which occurs every year at the end of September and into the first part of October. A couple of other popular events are the Fourth of July Celebration, and Festival of the Arts. In 2013 Forbes Magazine announced that Grand Rapids was voted the best city to raise a family in, and the second best city to live in, making it one of the best cities to invest in.

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Want to Learn More About Property Management?

If you’d like to learn more about our properties and what it’s like to work with United Properties, get in touch. We’d be happy to talk more about our rental properties, our application requirements, and our leasing process.

1348 Front Avenue, NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504
616-965-2300 | info@rentupm.com