EP045: How to Hire the Right Manager

Welcome to episode 45 of the Mobile Home Park Investors podcast, hosted by Jefferson Lilly and Brad Johnson, with the Park Street Partners. Jefferson and Brad dive right in on how to hire the right property manage for your mobile home park. What do Jefferson and Brad look for in a manager? Find out today!   Key Takeaways: [2:00] You have to hire somebody with integrity. [2:25] When Jefferson and Brad acquire a new property, they’re open to keeping the same manager. [5:30] Jefferson dives into how he finds good talent. [7:15] Despite looking for new managers, Jefferson and Brad decided to keep the current one for this particular property, because she had fire in her belly and knew the properties well. [8:15] Managers who are in charge of the checkbooks can be dangerous. [8:45] You can tell a lot about somebody based on the condition of their house. Managers with well-kept homes know what to look for. [11:10] Jefferson and Brad don’t usually have full-time managers, but some parks do need them. [15:30] Very few mobile home parks need a dedicated office for the manager. [16:40] Jefferson likes it when a manager has good tech on them. [19:20] Managers don’t need to have deep experience in order to be qualified. [20:00] Basic people skills, common sense, and a good work ethic is all you need in a manager.   Mentioned in This Episode: Park Street Partners Mobile Home Park Investors Investment Opportunities Park Street Partners Business Resources LinkedIn: Mobile Home Park Investors Group Send deals to: deals@parkstreetpartners.net