Questions and Answewrs
What about after hour calls?
We have an emergency dispatcher that takes all calls after hours and will notify the correct department if there is a true emergency on hand. We will handle it asap.
As a New Client, How do I access my Owner’s Portal?
Our concierge team will send you a welcome email with the instructions on how to access the online portal. Once you get the link it will ask you to sign in and create a password. APM offers an Owner Portal you may access 24/7.
Do you work with VRBO ?
Yes we offer some short term .
Are power, utilities and water included in my rental ?
Almost always power is not included , sometimes water/cable are included per the HOA. Just ask us!
Do you offer home sitting , plant watering , mail pick up type services ?
Yes we have several homes we manage that we house sit near.
Can you host AirBNB ?
Yes, we offer hosting.
Do you manage commercial properties ?
Yes, Typically Light Industrial and Some retail .
Can I stay in my home and you rent a room out for us ?
No, that is not in our scope of management.
How many people work for Allstates Property Management ?
As of Feb 2018 we have 12-15 agents working with us. This number changes monthly as we take on new homes and sell old ones.
Do you service Lakeland Florida ?
Yes we have several homes near Legoland and Highway 98
Do you manage mobile homes ?
Yes, If you own the land.
Do we allow pets ?
Yes, we allow qualified pets in select properties with a pet deposit.
Do we require a security deposit ?
Yes all our properties require a security deposit typically it is the same amount as the rent.
We want to apply for a home.. how can we?
After you have viewed the home visit Approvedapplication.com
Do you service Key West ?
Yes, we service Monroe county and all surrounding counties.
Who dictates the rental price ?
We do a full CMA using multiple properties in the same area. Together we look at the numbers and come up with a range. We have over 30 years of experience renting we know the market.
Are roomates allowed ?
Yes , we must qualify all of you and make sure you meet minimum income.
How do we qualify for a home?
There are a number of factors but typically we look for 3x rental income , job stabilty, rental history , credit and criminal backround checks are done.
Who takes care of the lawn?
Ultimately the tenant takes care of the lawn . Sometimes the owners include lawncare as a bonus. Watering the grass is always a tenants responsibility. .
Who pays utilities ?
Tenant is responsible for all utilities , water , cable , power unless noted in the listing otherwise.
How long have you been in business ?
Over 25 Years in Property Management and Realestate
Who does your leases, notices and forms?
We have several attorneys on retainer that we use for different aspects of the rental process. So are always up to date with the current laws.
What happens if you need to file an eviction ?
In over 20 years in this business we've evicted 2 Tenants with thousands of houses managed !
When you rent out my property. How are repairs handled ?
There are a few steps before we hire a licensed and insured vendor . Due to our high volume we have pre negotiated rates to keep costs low.
What is the typical turn around time on an application ?
48-72 Hours depending on alot of factors.
Who writes your leases?
We have attorneys on staff that provide a current up to date lease with all new laws and regulations
How many houses do you manage?
Good question, but we have no exact answer as daily we inbound and ourbound houses . We offer a full service brokerage , investing and sale dept.
Does your company take over existing propertymanagement?
Yes, this is pretty common for us we offer transition service. We can take over and manage the tenant.
Where is your office located?
We dispatch and work throughout entire state. We are primarily mobile based with several offices and property managers throughout Florida. Our main office and mailing address is located in Orlando, Fl : see about us page bottom for details
How can I apply for one of your homes ?
It's very simple go to Approvedapplication.com and select the property.
Do you take section 8?
Yes with an approved voucher.
Does your company offer direct deposit ?
Yes, we offer free ACH to all of our owners.
What is your service area ?
We service every county in Florida.
Does your company offer short term rentals ?
Yes , we do . The property has to be zoned for it and the HOA must allow it. We do not offer day to day rentals.