Why Virtual Tours Mean Fewer Showings, Faster Leases, and Happier Owners

The Virtual Tours Advantage: Fewer Showings, Faster Leases, and Happier Owners

In the dynamic and competitive world of Central Oregon property rentals, time is not just money; it is often the crucial difference between a profitable investment and a prolonged vacancy. Property owners in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, and beyond are continually seeking strategies that empower them to rise above the competition and make their properties irresistible to renters. The solution is often found not in cutting costs, but in superior, forward-thinking management practices. For A Superior Property Management Company (ASPMC), that practice is the strategic implementation of virtual tours, a cutting-edge tool that directly translates into efficiency, speed, and owner satisfaction.

The Time Sink: Traditional Showings vs. Modern Efficiency

Historically, renting a property meant numerous, often unproductive, in-person showings. Agents would spend hours coordinating schedules, driving prospective tenants to units, only to find that the property wasn't quite what the tenant envisioned based solely on photos and a description. This time expenditure slows down the leasing cycle, unnecessarily prolongs vacancy periods, and adds stress for property owners trying to achieve a low vacancy rate and prompt turnover.

ASPMC recognized this critical pain point and, through strategic innovation, began offering professional virtual tours for homes. This optional service, priced between $125 and $175 depending on the size and location of the home, has fundamentally changed the leasing landscape for our clients. In fact, we are proud to be one of the only property management companies in Central Oregon that offers this advanced marketing technique.

Fewer Showings: Qualifying Candidates Before They Step Inside

The first major benefit of integrating virtual tours is the dramatic reduction in unnecessary physical showings. The sources confirm that properties with virtual tours can rent up to 30% faster. This acceleration is a direct result of the virtual tour acting as a powerful pre-qualifier.

When a potential renter accesses a high-quality virtual tour, they receive a comprehensive, immersive understanding of the property’s layout, flow, and spatial dynamics, far beyond what static photos can convey. This level of detail allows tenants to confirm that the property meets their specific needs, whether they are looking for specific room dimensions or assessing the general condition, before dedicating time to an in-person visit.

This efficiency benefits everyone. For property owners, fewer showings means less disruption, better security, and a clearer pathway to securing a quality tenant quickly.

Faster Leases: The Superior Process, Turbocharged

The 30% speed increase attributed to virtual tours is not solely due to better viewing; it’s also seamlessly integrated into ASPMC’s already efficient and thorough leasing machinery. We provide comprehensive full-time rental management that includes free advertising on all major rental sites, such as Zillow and Craigslist, ensuring maximum exposure. We dedicate a substantial amount of money to SEO, guaranteeing prospective renters find our site quickly when searching for a rental. When a virtual tour is added to this robust marketing framework, the time from listing  to signed lease drops precipitously.

The speed of the process is supported by the dedication of our internal team members, ensuring that the necessary steps are taken without delay. Once interest is generated by the virtual tour, prospective tenants can view our available properties and apply quickly and easily online.

Crucially, "faster leases" does not mean cutting corners on tenant quality. A Superior Property Management Co. believes that strict and thorough screening is the only way to ensure good tenants.

Our screening process is exceptionally rigorous, going far beyond a receptionist asking basic questions. We employ a dedicated employee to ensure that references are unbiased and that the person we are talking to is truly the prior landlord. We evaluate credit, eviction, and criminal history, and verify that the prospect has the appropriate amount of income to afford rent, along with all other living expenses. To maintain the highest standards, we require two licensed property managers to review application results before approving the prospects. This high-level screening means that even though the process is faster due to the virtual tour’s efficiency, the resulting tenant is consistently high quality, a foundation for long-term owner satisfaction.

Happier Owners: Protecting and Profiting from Your Investment

The outcome of using virtual tours and a superior management system is the happiness and peace of mind of the property owner. ASPMC treats your property as if it were our own, focusing on maintaining the investment and keeping costs down.

The success of a rental property hinges on robust, proactive management that extends well beyond the leasing phase. We have the expertise you need to maintain and profit from your investment. Our staff, including four licensed property managers and four other non-licensed staff, are experts in managing residential homes, multi-family units, and large complexes.

Unwavering, Faster Maintenance and Oversight

A happy owner is one whose property is protected and maintained. Property owners benefit from knowing that we offer 24/7 emergency maintenance. Furthermore, our commitment to financial transparency is paramount: we charge no hidden fees or upcharges on maintenance bills.

We also believe that frequent inspections are key to keeping your investment safe. Our full-time rental management includes two inspections per year. Approximately three months after move-in, we inspect the home for damages, unreported maintenance issues, check safety features like smoke and carbon alarms, and ensure unauthorized pets or occupants are not present. We conduct a second inspection six months later, which helps owners determine whether to offer the tenants another lease or plan a turnover before the critical one-year mark.

These inspections are detailed and transparent. Immediately following any inspection, we email owners a report accompanied by photos. Additionally, we provide professional move-in and move-out reports with videos and photos, setting clear benchmarks for property condition.

Faster Communication and Dedicated Relationships

Communication is our top priority. We promise to communicate with owners throughout the entire process of renting out and managing their home. Owners have 24/7 online access to statements and inspection records. We provide great staff-to-door ratios, ensuring personalized service.

This commitment to treating every client and customer as we would want to be treated solidifies the trust necessary for a strong partnership. We focus on long-term tenant retention, which helps keep operating costs low.

Risk Management and Security

In addition to superior service, ASPMC provides essential security for your investment. Our management team is fully trained on all the new laws governing property management. Having management that is expert in compliance protects owners from unnecessary risk.

For financial security, we offer free direct deposit submitted by the 10th of each month. Our dedication to exceeding expectations is so strong that we guarantee we are superior, offering contracts with owners that are month-to-month, requiring no commitment.

The Superior Conclusion

The combination of advanced technology, such as the optional Virtual Tours that promise leases up to 30% faster, and a foundation of experienced, localized expertise is why A Superior Property Management Company is Central Oregon’s premier residential property management company. Our team, operating from our office in beautiful downtown Bend, is committed to working tirelessly to facilitate your goals without compromise. Our success is reflected not just in our growth, from a single client in 2007 to 700 doors managed today, but in our reputation, having been voted Best Property Management Company in Central Oregon from the famous Source Weekly poll.

If you are seeking smoother, more profitable, and less stressful management of your Central Oregon investment property, embracing the efficiency of virtual tours alongside the dedication of a professional, experienced team is the path to success.

We take great pride in the way we operate our business and would be delighted to introduce you to our dedicated team and share our experience with you. Stop by for a chat or give us a call for a free rental estimate on your home. Discover how ASPMC delivers superior management and competitive rates.