An Interview with Kim Harper-Learn more about AMSI's long term rental housing division from Kim Harper, Manager
Jackson Salamunovich • November 10, 2021
What makes AMSI Unique?
Learn more about AMSI's long term rental housing division from Kim Harper, Manager
As a newer member of the AMSI Team I had the pleasure of speaking with Kim Harper, a long time Manager of AMSI. I wanted to learn more about AMSI's Unfurnished Housing, Leasing, and Property Management programs, and here are a few key takeaways of what Kim had to say about what makes AMSI the one stop shop to take care of any or all of your housing needs:
- More than 50 years of experience in Leasing, Property Management, and Real Estate in San Francisco and The Bay Area, and San Diego.
- AMSI has all the tools. Easy online rental Applications, and an efficient system for running screening reports and vetting rental applicants.
- As members of The San Francisco Apartment Association, California Apartment Association, San Francisco Association of Realtors, Marin Association of Realtors, San Diego Association of Realtors, and Palm Springs Association of Realtors, we have access to the best trade association leases, addendums, and required disclosures covering state and local rental law and ordinances.
- Continuous education with the team and clients on Fair Housing Laws and Local and State rental laws to protect the Landlord.
- Ability to show vacant properties on a moments notice.
- Professional rental property photos and descriptions.
- Immediate follow up with tenant prospects through email, text, phone calls, to convert prospects to appointments, to then convert showings into a closed lease.
- We market to 20+ rental websites, for maximum advertising exposure.
- Licensed Real Estate Agent handling your property with AMSI adhering to all policies and procedures for Leasing and Property Management, as set forth by the California Department of Real Estate.
- Hire the best, quality, experienced rental agent, to protect your most valued asset.
- Hire AMSI with no costs up front, with our fee to be paid only after landlord has approved of qualified applicant.
We know a thing or two because we've seen a thing or two and have the resources, knowledge, and experience to handle all of your housing services and needs. With over 50 years in the industry we have been around the block and have helped thousands of people lease their properties and know the ins and outs of the business to take care of your investment.
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