Empowering Private Landlords:

How Andrew K. Simplified His Property Management using Squirehub

Discover how our intuitive software helped a private landlord streamline tenant communication, automate rent reminders, and efficiently manage his rental properties, saving time and reducing self-management stress.

Client Profile: Andrew K., Private Landlord

Andrew is a private landlord managing a portfolio of three residential properties. Before adopting Squirehub, Andrew faced common challenges of self-management, juggling tenant requests, maintenance, and financial tracking alongside his full-time job.

Key Challenges:

  • Difficulty tracking tenant communications and requests
  • Time spent on manual rent receipting and reminders
  • Keeping financial records organised for tax purposes
  • Managing maintenance and repairs efficiently
  • Ensuring compliance with local rental regulations
  • Balancing landlord duties with personal commitments

Solution: Squirehub for Private Landlords

Andrew implemented Squirehub to simplify his property management tasks. He leveraged key features designed to help private landlords manage their portfolios efficiently.

Key Features Utilized:

Simplified Tenant Communication Hub

Centralized messaging and maintenance request tracking.

Automated Rent Reminders & Receipting of Payments

Ensured timely payments and reduced manual follow-up.

Easy Expense Tracking

Simplified financial record-keeping for repairs and income.

Document Storage

Securely stored lease agreements and important notices.

Simplified Access to Regulatory Forms

Regulatory forms accessible from one location. No more searching government websites.

Everything Done Online

Manage properties from anywhere, even from your mobile phone.

Cost Comparison: Squirehub vs. Alternatives

See how Squirehub offers significant savings in both time and money compared to traditional real estate agents or full self-management. This comparison is based on a typical private landlord with 1-3 properties.

  • Software/Platform Fees

    Self-Management
    $15-40 / month
    Squirehub
    $25 / month
    Real Estate Agent
    Included in commission

  • Commissions / Management Fees

    Self-Management
    N/A
    Squirehub
    N/A
    Real Estate Agent
    8-12% of monthly rent (e.g., $160-240 for $2000 rent) + Leasing fees

  • Estimated Time Spent

    (Valued Monetarily)

    Self-Management
    2-5+ hrs/month (e.g., $50-125+ @ $25/hr)
    Squirehub
    20-30 mins/month (e.g., $7-12 @ $25/hr)
    Real Estate Agent
    Minimal (mainly oversight)

  • Total Estimated Monthly Cost Range*

    Self-Management
    ~$65-165 + Significant Time Cost
    Squirehub
    $25 + Minimal Time Cost
    Real Estate Agent
    ~$160-240+ (based on rent)

*Estimates exclude unpredictable costs like major repairs and vary based on property specifics and local market rates.

Summary of Savings with Squirehub

Compared to full self-management, Andrew saves over $40-$140 per month in direct costs and 1-4+ hours of his time (valued at an additional $25-$100+). By eliminating the need for a real estate agent, Squirehub offers potential monthly savings of $135-$215+ while providing greater control and transparency over his properties.

Squirehub empowers private landlords like Andrew to significantly reduce both monetary expenses and the valuable time spent on property management.

Tangible Benefits for a Private Landlord

Time Saved on Admin

up to 90%

+ More time for what's important to you.

Reduced Management Costs

up to 84%

+ Higher rental yield

By using Squirehub, Andrew significantly reduced the time spent on managing his properties. Automated rent reminders and streamlined communication meant fewer headaches and more free time. The ability to easily track expenses and income simplified his financial management and tax preparation. Squirehub helped Andrew reduce the costs and stress associated with self-managing his rental properties, allowing him to focus on other priorities.

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