Residential Leasing & Management

Tenant Services

For Tenants …… our Leasing and Management process makes renting easy.

We provide a simple process for leasing a home through Brooks Real Estate
You will find we have a broad range of Properties to choose from Our on-line presentation of all of our Properties is easy to navigate
Each property has an extensive photo gallery, mapping and descriptive information, so that you have everything you need to inquire about any of our properties listed in our program, and make the right decision in selecting a rental home
Further, you can contact any of our Leasing Staff to make an appointment to see a property. You will find our staff is seasoned and experienced. Our process has been developed over 130 years, which allows us to provide residential services that are both professional and personal.
In leasing a property from Brooks Real Estate, you will find the process is well defined and very accessible. From the on-line rental payment options, to our automated work order request system for reporting repair items that require our attention; and, a 24 hour emergency reporting system for those extreme situations.
We have a maintenance program within our company that is very responsive and extremely talented. And, with so many years in business in the community, we pride ourselves on vendor relationships that we can trust to do excellent work and to be professional at all times.

Should you choose one of our properties to make your rental home, we look forward to working with you, and are confident you will find your stay at one of our properties to be enjoyable and comfortable.

Featured Residential Property - For Lease for $2400/Month. Please visit us at www.visitbrooks.com and click on the "Available Rental Properties" for more information.

Featured Residential Property - 205 Neck-O-Land Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185

114 Pocosin Path, Poquoson, VA 23662

This stunning three-story, 3 bedroom townhouse in Poquoson, VA boasts high ceilings and an abundance of natural light, creating a bright and airy living space. On the main level, a huge Kitchen featuring Stainless Steel appliances, with a granite countertop island provides plenty of room for cooking & entertaining & opens to a large airy Living Room. Upstairs, 2 spacious bedrooms w/ample closet space, hall bath, & generous Owner’s Suite w/tray ceiling & huge walk-in closet. In the Owner’s Suite the full bath features a large shower with dual shower heads. Residents can enjoy access to the clubhouse, swimming pool, and walking trails, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation.

Give Gardiner Brooks a call at 757-229-1507 for more information on this property.

The Top 8 Reasons you should let BRE handle the Management of your Residential Property

Thorough tenant screening – Our seasoned property managers can help you avoid bad tenants. We have screened thousands of applicants, so we are likely to spot any potential red flags in an application process.
Less tenant turnover – Our experienced property manager work to find you good tenants. Finding good Tenants adds up to your property being occupied, staying in good shape and money in your pocket.
Local contact for tenant problems – We are local, If a tenant has issue, we answer the phone, not you and our professionals handle the situation. This allows you to sleep well, travel, or even live elsewhere.
Emergency contact – Our staff is trained to handle any type of situation, regardless of the day or time. Our team has the resources to take this worry off your hands, and leave the money in your pocket.
Rent paid on time – We have a proven payment procedure, and have a delinquency factor of less than 3%. We get paid, only when you get paid, so we are motivated to assure rents are paid on time.
Repair resources always available – We have years of relationships with vendors, tradesmen, and contractors, When a problem happens, we already have the right contact and can address any situation quickly and effectively.
You stay within the law – In today’s complicated world, we understand the laws and statutes, and keep you and your property in compliance with existing and ever changing regulations.
You have freedom – Our program allows you to go on with your life, and we handle all your property needs, it is what we do, so you can do what you really want to do, enjoy life.

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We Provide Residential Leasing and Management Services for Investors and Landlords

For Investors and Landlords…… our Leasing and Management process makes owning residential investment property easy and profitable.

Our staff is experienced, and our process has been developed over 130 years of providing residential services, it is systematic, and fine tuned. And…simply put….we get the results. We provide higher Occupancy Rates and lower Delinquency Rates than the Market, or any of our competitors. Our Program just works.

The Programs are:

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT/LEASING PROGRAM

We strive to meet all of our clients needs while providing our expertise in all aspects of management, i.e.: leasing services, accounting, administration, facilities management, financial services, compliance administration, and relationship management with tenants and vendors. This program provides the following services and care for your investment:

Establish a fair rental market price though a comprehensive market analysis
Provide recommendations to enhance property marketability
Market your property through a comprehensive local and internet marketing program. To the left, you will find a few of our Internet Marketing Residential Rental Sites we utilize to Advertise our Rental Properties.
Screen prospective tenants and demonstrate your property to potential tenants
Process Application/Background and Credit reports to assure caliber tenants
Prepare all paperwork, including Lease Agreement, Rules and Regulations, and required addendums
Complete an initial walkthrough inspection
Collect Security Deposits and Rents.
Inspect the exterior of your property on a recurring basis and provide semi-annual interior inspections to assure the property is well maintained
Provide our clients with monthly financial report on their investment along with recurring overviews from the Property Manager
Provide on-line rent payment services, to include, ACH, Direct Deposit, Credit Card and check payments
Provide 24/7 Maintenance Services to our clients and tenants and for ease of reporting on-line work order request system
On-line Disbursement of Funds
Move-out Inspections
Final disposition of funds and property status

LEASE ONLY SERVICES

This program is for investors who would like to manage and maintain their own investment but would like Brooks Real Estate to provide them with a qualified tenant. These services would include:

Establish a fair rental market price through a comprehensive market analysis
Provide recommendations to enhance property marketability
Market your property through a comprehensive local and internet marketing program
Screen prospective tenants, and demonstrate your property to potential tenants
Process Application/Background and Credit reports to assure caliber tenants
Prepare all paperwork, including Lease Agreement, Rules and Regulations, and required addendums
Complete an initial walkthrough inspection
Collect Security Deposits and first month’s Rent

HOME GUARD SERVICE

This program is beneficial for any property owner that is away from their property for an extended amount of time. This service offers the following benefits:

Inspect the property periodically
Provide our clients with photos and recommendations on maintaining the property’s condition and value
Receive payables for property’s expenses
Oversee contracted maintenance and vendor services
Provide monthly financials for receipts and payables

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