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So when should you hire a property management company? There are a lot of advantages, but every benefit to hiring a property manager in the Detroit area comes with an expense. That's something that property investors and landlords have to consider when running their business. Here are some key indicators on when it might be time to hire a property manager for your properties around the Northville and Novi area. **You have a lot of properties** If your portfolio is spread out around Northville, Novi, Royal Oak, Warren, Canton and other areas from Oakland to Wayne county then it gets to be difficult to maintain them all personally. The more units you have the more you'll benefit from working with a property manager. **There's a large gap between you and the property** If you travel frequently to your rental properties then travel times adds up when with the increase in that travel gap. A number of our clients live in other areas like northern Michigan and even out of state. Having a property manager locally in the area can ensure that your rental units stay safe, and attractive - and you don't have to jump in the car for an hour drive or more if something comes up. **Tired of hands-on property management** Whether you're growing tired of the day to day management or you don't want to deal with it from GO, a property manager can handle every aspect of your Northville properties so you can watch over your investments that much easier. **Dealing with limited time** There are only so many hours in the day, so if you have business or personal things that take priority. This is especially true if being a landlord isn't your day job. In this case, a property manager is an excellent investment to cover your property when you can't be there. **Avoiding employer expenses** Busy property investors sometimes wind up hiring maintenance staff and other workers to help them with the day to day operations of their properties. If you're not interested in being an employer (and the expenses that go with it) then contact a property manager. The cost is much lower than full-time staffing and you'll benefit from the experience of the property management team. If you're worried about the cost, don't hold back. Take the time to talk to a few Northville property management companies to find out the fees relating to your rental properties. You may find the service to be not only affordable but a valuable addition to your operations. 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