Commercial Property Management
For decades, Great North Property Management has been successfully providing property management services to owners of income-producing properties (apartments and commercial office buildings) throughout New England.
As one of New England’s most trusted commercial property management firms, we have built very strong working relationships with an extensive list of vendors in all fields and trades, which continue to benefit our clients. Many of these relationships were started at our beginning and remain intact today, because we have been able to either meet or exceed our clients’ expectations.
At Great North Property Management, our Senior Management team is available at all times to meet or consult with owners of managed commercial properties about current operations, plans for the future or problem situations that may arise from time to time. We are always available, as is our staff of over 150 trained professionals
Serving communities in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Our Property Management Services Include:
Communication
Meeting or speaking with the owner(s) of the investment property on a regular basis.
Rent/Leasing
Establishing rents and rental policies on an annual basis within the owner’s guidelines. Promoting and leasing vacant space / units in conjunction with area rental offices. Monitoring, updating and renewing and/or canceling all leases. Collecting rent and all sundry income, pursuing delinquent accounts, and initiating legal proceedings when necessary for collections.
Financial Reporting
Performing all routine accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, Security Deposit accounts, interest payments, etc.
The general financial package that is emailed or mailed to our clients each month includes, but is not limited to, the following reports:
- Balance Sheet
- Income Statement
- Accounts Receivable
- Payable Summaries
- Check Register
- General Ledger
Capital Planning
Reviewing options and analyzing the cash management requirements.
Monthly Reporting
Of the property from both a financial and management perspective.
Budget Planning
Annual operating and capital budgets for submission and approval by the owner(s).
Year-End Reporting
Great North Property Management uses a Certified Public Accounting firm to prepare required year-end tax filings and to ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations.
Administration
Maintaining complete tenant, vendor, insurance, accounting and legal records.
Maintenance
Supervising and coordinating comprehensive programs for all property maintenance, repair, and replacement operations. Supervising employees and subcontractors; setting up and enforcing work schedules and standards; and hiring and firing employees and subcontractors as necessary. Analyzing energy usage and recommending conservation methods.
24-hour Emergency Coverage
On call maintenance and management personnel available on a 24/7/365 basis.
Other Services
Great North boasts the most robust and transparent accounting and reporting process in the industry, including an intensive peer review process.
Great North has a well-organized maintenance group that is geared to performing 24-hour emergency services and smaller maintenance projects and repairs.
Great North has a Home Interior Services Division to address the interior repair and refurbishment needs of the homeowners we serve.
The Company has a strong track record of working with developers to transition properties.
Administrative services are a critical component of Great North’s comprehensive approach to property management.
From deck replacement to roofing, siding, and window replacement, we provide a convenient one-source contracting solution for board members and owners.