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Our Team. At Caruso, we strive to be best in class at everything we do. Behind our properties stands a dedicated and accomplished team of the industry’s brightest visionaries who share a strong vision and passion for creating and operating beloved spaces.
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Caruso is a privately owned, industry-renowned company that...
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Caruso (formerly known as Caruso Affiliated Holdings, Caruso Management) is a company that provides real estate services. It offers architecture and design, property development and leasing, acquisition services, etc. The company caters to retail, residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors.
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Our Portfolio. At the heart of every Caruso creation is an appreciation for beautiful architecture and design, close attention to detail, unwavering dedication to the greater community, and a relentless focus on guest and tenant satisfaction. Life. Style. Caruso. All.
- Step 1: Determine The Business Model
- Step 2: Plan For Your Company’S Finance
- Step 3: Obtain The Texas Real Estate Broker License
- Step 4: Establish An Office
- Step 5: Register The Property Management Company
- Step 6: Set Up A Business Bank Account
- Step 7: Obtain The Proper Insurance Coverage
- Step 8: Determine The Pricing Structure
- Step 9: Prepare A Service Agreement
- Step 10: Prepare The Essential Business Tools
DIY or Delegate?
Let’s start with the end goal in mind. What do you want to achieve ultimately? Will you be DIY the business? Or will you be outsourcing and bringing other staff onboard? There’s no right or wrong way to manage a property business. If you are starting with a small property portfolio and would like to have full management on every part of the business, then DIY could be your best option. On the other hand, if you want to grow fast or just simply don’t feel like doing it alone, then delegating t...
Determine your niche
The importance of choosing a niche for your startup business is often overlooked. Many small businesses are trying so hard to become everything to everybody and hoping for the best. Unfortunately, this is part of the reason why 50% of small businesses cannot survive the first five years. Instead, it’s better to define your target market so you can allocate your time and resources to areas that can make your services stand out from the competitors. For example, you may target your business in...
Know your market
Just because you want to target a specific niche does not necessarily mean it is a blue ocean for your business. You must find out whether there is really a need for your property management services. For example, suppose you want to focus on managing student rentals units, but no college/ university is nearby, then you must rethink your target audience. Also, how much competition do you expect? Is this an over-saturated market? I have come across neighborhoods where most housing units are ow...
You need to know how much money you are expecting in order to determine if it will work out financially for your company. It would help to do a revenue forecast for your property management business. Keep in mind that although this is just an estimate, the financial goal must be realistic. Do an analysis and review other property management firms i...
Texas requires property managers to have a real estate broker license, especially when engaging in property showing, listing, lease contract negotiation and explanation activities. To obtain a real estate broker license in Texas, you need to: 1. Be at least 18 years and have a valid SSN; 2. Have at least 4 years of active real estate sales experien...
Determine the office location
The office will be the place you conduct business and meet clients. This will also be the address registered in the official documents such as the business registration, bank account, insurance policy. There are many options for office space. The obvious ways would be to rent or buy one. But as you are starting out, you probably don’t want to spend too much on it. On the other hand, many starting property managers run their business in a home office. (i.e., a study room or basement) After all...
Setup a business phone number and email
Due to similar reasons, I don’t advise using your personal number or email for your property management business. VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) is a great solution. It’s cheap, and you can set the number to forward calls to your cell phone or business line. You can get started with NumberBarn! It costs only a few dollars to purchase a phone number, and for a low monthly fee, it allows you to dial, receive calls and voicemails. As for email, I prefer Hushmail(**). It works just like a re...
Decide on the business structure
There are different business structure to register your property management company. This includes Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Corporation (C Corp, S Corp, B Corp). Each one of them have different tax treatments and owner’s liability. Here’s a comparison table summarizing the common characteristics of these company structures, but bear in mind that each business structure’s ownership rules, liability, taxes, and filing requirements may differ by state. S...
Choose a Business Name
The next step is to choose a company name that reflects your brand identity. It should be easy for customers to remember and set your company apart from competitors. For example, I recently came across an ad from a residence management company called “Properly.” The name is catchy and just one letter off the word “Property.” I can immediately relate that they will manage their client’s unit “Properly.” After you’ve decided on the business name you like, you’ll need to ensure it’s protected. T...
At this point, you should have an Employer Identification Number (EIN), so you can set up a business bank account. Depending on the business structure of your property management firm, having a separate bank account might give some protection to your personal assets if the company incurs any debts. If your company is collecting rents or security de...
Every single business needs insurance, and it’s just a matter of which. The most common type is general liability insurance. This covers any damages you may cause to someone else’s property or person while they were on your premises. Another one is the E&O (Errors and Omissions) liability insurance covers errors in the property management process, ...
When deciding on the price structure of your services, you should review what your competitors in your local area are charging. I’m not saying you need to be the cheapest firm, but if you charge a premium over your competitors, you better have a compelling reason to justify your value. Furthermore, nowadays, many clients demand fee transparency. Ma...
It is important to draft a contract that clearly defines the terms of service for your customers. A well-written contract protects both parties in the event of litigation or unforeseen circumstances. A property management service agreement should include information about what is included in the service (e.g., rent collection) and what isn’t includ...
Property management is a business that requires great organization. To remain competitive in the industry, here are some tools that can streamline your daily operation.
As one of the leading independent property factoring and management companies in scotland, we take of our clients most valuable assets. With offices throughout Scotland including Aberdeen, Inverness and Glasgow, we ensure a bespoke service is always provided.
We offer a summer internship unlike any other in the industry. Our program provides students a unique opportunity to work directly with top leaders in the real estate development and property management industries.
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