Management Services

When choosing a management company, please consider the following:
1. Hours of operation - Ogburn Properties is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
2. Location and Parking - Ogburn Properties is located conveniently between downtown Winston-Salem/ West End and Baptist Hospital/Ardmore with plenty of front door parking.
3. Designations, Education, and Trade Association Activities - Ogburn Properties is a member of the National Association of Realtors and it's principle holds the CCIM, CPM, CRS, CRB, and GRI designations. Sam C. Ogburn, Jr. is a licensed building contractor and previously licensed Real Estate Appraiser. In 1990 Sam Ogburn, Jr. was the president of the Winston-Salem Regional Association of Realtors..
4. Innovative Marketing - Ogburn Properties uses the Internet, a photo rentlist, and outdoor signage as marketing tools.We proudly display photos of all our properties both on our website and in our office in our photo rentlist
5. Vendor Relationships - Ogburn Properties takes pride in having long-term relationships with quality vendors

Ogburn Properties is a full service property management firm with more than 30 years of combined experience. Our knowledgeable and professional staff will ensure that you and your property are taken care of properly. Additionally, we have a Certified Property Manager on staff.

The CPM (Certified Property Manager) designation is awarded by the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) of the National Association of Realtors ® to professional managers who have distinguished themselves in the areas of experience, education, and ethical conduct. Holders of the CPM designation can best be classed as "versatile specialists". CPMs have the competitive edge in every area of real estate management from residential to commercial to industrial. They are trained to professionally handle the full range of management tasks from completing a feasibility study to supervising a property change of use. Their skills encompass the asset management, administrative, legal, social, economic, and physical areas essential to professional performance. CPM members are practiced in the art of combining day-to-day property management with the broader asset management consideration to achieve your property's financial goals.

Property Management Services Available:
Evaluating the rentability of a property
Establishing rents, security deposits, and other applicable fees
Marketing and advertising the property for rent
Arranging for prospects to view available properties
Screening prospective residents by obtaining the following: credit report, criminal report, civil records, employment verification, income verification and previous rental reference
Preparing and executing leases
Collecting rents, deposits, and other fees
Enforcing lease provisions
Arranging for timely cost effective preventative maintenance and repairs
Payment of selected expenses for the property
24-hour answering service for emergency repairs
Maintaining records of income and expenses
Disbursing income to owners
Inspecting the property periodically
Budget forecasting
Serving as owner's agent in dealing with residents and various service providers
Recommending improvements to the property that enhance its value, decrease marketing time, and increase rental rate
Monthly computer generated statements showing income, expenses by type, and occupancy
Custom accounting and occupancy reports at owner's request
Detailed annual operating statement
Errors and Omissions insured

Our fees are based on a percentage of rent collected. They vary depending on the services requested by owner as well as other factors such as, property type, condition, and marketability.

Advertising is typically handled through the Winston-Salem Journal, Internet, and signage.

Screening includes application, income and rental verification, credit report, police report, and civil report.

Rental contracts are executed on behalf of the owner. We use a residential lease that has been approved by the North Carolina Association of Realtors and North Carolina Bar Association. We also add our own addendums as we see fit.

Appointments are made with a Property Manager to sign the lease. We have found that this reduces misunderstandings and eliminates many potential problems. This gives us a chance to answer any questions and to carefully explain the tenant's responsibilities as well as our company policies and procedures.

Accounting is handled through a Property Management software system from which we will provide you a detailed monthly rental statement as well as an annual detailed statement.

If you are interested in having Ogburn Properties manage your property or properties, please contact Sam Ogburn, Jr., CPM, at 336-748-0700.