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Growth & Scaling

Strategies for growing a property management business — lead generation, sales process, specialization, and the operational moves that take a company from 100 to 500+ doors.

17 Articles

How to Manage and Respond to Negative Reviews as a Property Manager
March 14, 2025
4 min read

How to Manage and Respond to Negative Reviews as a Property Manager

How property managers can handle negative tenant and owner reviews—professional response strategies from Mark Brower that turn criticism into credibility.
Going All In: The Key to Success with New Business Solutions
October 9, 2024
4 min read

Going All In: The Key to Success with New Business Solutions

Why property managers must commit fully when adopting new tools—self-showing software, tenant-led inspections, and going all-in on tech transitions.
PM Level Up: Lifestyle vs. Leverage
August 9, 2024
2 min read

PM Level Up: Lifestyle vs. Leverage

PM Level Up podcast: lifestyle vs. leverage—the fundamental choice between a work-life-balance PM business and a growth-oriented, scalable property management firm.
PM 101: Specialization - The Key to Unlocking Profit and Growth in Property Management
July 19, 2024
3 min read

PM 101: Specialization - The Key to Unlocking Profit and Growth in Property Management

PM 101 series: why specialization unlocks profitability for property managers—commanding premium fees, streamlining operations, and improving marketing efficiency.
PM Level Up: Scaling Your Property Management Business from 100 to 500 Doors
July 8, 2024
4 min read

PM Level Up: Scaling Your Property Management Business from 100 to 500 Doors

PM Level Up podcast: how property managers can scale from 100 to 500 doors—strategic infrastructure, team building, and the shift from growth to true scaling.
PM 101: Crafting Your Value Proposition & Building a Winning Sales Process
June 28, 2024
3 min read

PM 101: Crafting Your Value Proposition & Building a Winning Sales Process

PM 101 series: how property managers can craft a compelling value proposition—benefits-driven communication and a structured sales process that converts leads.
PM Level Up: From Inspiration to Reality - A Property Management Journey
June 21, 2024
3 min read

PM Level Up: From Inspiration to Reality - A Property Management Journey

PM Level Up podcast episode 1: Bob Preston's journey of building North County Property Group from inspiration to reality, with key lessons for aspiring PMs.
PM 101: Mastering Your Sales Process with CRMs and Dedicated Focus
June 14, 2024
2 min read

PM 101: Mastering Your Sales Process with CRMs and Dedicated Focus

PM 101 series: how property managers can master their sales process with a CRM—lead nurturing, pipeline visibility, and dedicated focus to convert more leads.
PM 101: Mastering Lead Generation – Attracting Clients and Growing Your PM Business
May 31, 2024
2 min read

PM 101: Mastering Lead Generation – Attracting Clients and Growing Your PM Business

PM 101 series: how property managers can master lead generation—real estate agent referrals, networking, conversion strategies, and building a referral pipeline.
PM 101: Growth vs. Scaling – Building a Sustainable Property Management Business
May 17, 2024
2 min read

PM 101: Growth vs. Scaling – Building a Sustainable Property Management Business

PM 101 series: how property managers can differentiate growth from scaling—systematizing client acquisition and building infrastructure for sustainable expansion.
PM 101: Tap into the Power of Community – Accelerate Your Property Management Success
May 1, 2024
2 min read

PM 101: Tap into the Power of Community – Accelerate Your Property Management Success

PM 101 series: how networking and industry resources accelerate property management success—competing with self-managing landlords through professional standards.
PM 101: From Broker to Property Manager – Navigating Your Newfound Role
April 3, 2024
2 min read

PM 101: From Broker to Property Manager – Navigating Your Newfound Role

PM 101 series: how real estate brokers can navigate the transition to property management—choosing the right PMS, learning operational details, and growing.
PM 101: Launching Your Property Management Career - Pathways to Success
March 6, 2024
2 min read

PM 101: Launching Your Property Management Career - Pathways to Success

PM 101 series: pathways to launching a property management career—from real estate sales transitions to building skills, networks, and certifications.
Four Resolutions To Rocket Your PM Company Into 2024!
January 3, 2024
4 min read

Four Resolutions To Rocket Your PM Company Into 2024!

Four creative New Year resolutions for property management companies in 2024—from proptech adoption to community-building tenant engagement strategies.
How to Supercharge Your Growth with APM Help
December 8, 2023
4 min read

How to Supercharge Your Growth with APM Help

How property managers can supercharge growth by outsourcing bookkeeping to APM Help and reinvesting time into realtor referrals and sales systems.
Marketing Tips to Find Renters Fast
December 13, 2022
2 min read

Marketing Tips to Find Renters Fast

Marketing tips for property managers competing for tenants—online applications, fast inquiry response, automation, and AppFolio tenant-communication features.
5 Ways To Connect Your Remote Company
August 15, 2021
4 min read

5 Ways To Connect Your Remote Company

Five practical ways to build culture and morale at a remote company—from video meetings and virtual games to company meet-ups and conference travel.