Property Case Studies
California-based Investor Find Success After 19 Years with Prior Mgmt. Company
A California-based investor with a 52-unit portfolio had relied on the same management company for 19 years. Over time, they grew increasingly concerned about declining revenue and lack of atention to property maintenance. Frustrated by the neglect and high costs, they began seeking a management partner who could protect their investment and deliver the level of service they expected.
After partnering with Kader Property Management, they experienced a complete turnaround in both financial performance and property care.
SITUATION
An owner living in California had worked with the same property management company for nearly two decades. Their 52-unit portfolio was sufering from declining revenue and neglected maintenance. Despite paying high fees, the owner felt overlooked and unsupported.
The previous company charged significant amounts without delivering quality service. When the owner finally decided to move on, they were required to pay $12,000 in termination fees just to exit the contract.
SOLUTION
When Kader Property Management was brought in, our team immediately conducted a full property walk-through with the owner. Our goal was to identify neglected areas, reset maintenance standards, and implement our proven processes.
Within the first six months, the diference was dramatic. The owner saw night-and-day improvements in maintenance responsiveness and property conditions. Our transparent communication and one-point-of-contact approach gave the owner confidence that their portfolio was finally being managed proactively.
OUTCOME
After the first year with Kader Property Management, the results spoke for themselves:
» Over $25,000 in disbursements sent to the own
» Improved property conditions through systematic inspections and prompt maintenance.
» Peace of mind from knowing their portfolio was being managed by a team invested in long-term success.
The owner, once frustrated and ready to walk away, is now commifed to growing with Kader as their trusted management partner.
Local Investor Group Gains Clarity and Confidence with Kader
After more than 12 years with their previous management company, an investor group grew frustrated with poor communication and confusing financials. Their monthly statements were dificult to interpret and made it nearly impossible to reconcile income and expenses.
To make maners worse, they discovered they were being billed multiple times for the same maintenance items each year. Seeking quality management and true transparency, the investors turned to Kader Property Management.
SITUATION
The prior management company created consistent headaches for the investor group:
Owner statements were unclear and disorganized, leaving financial performance uncertain.
» Routine maintenance items were billed multiple times, inflating costs.
» Utility billing was structured as a percentage of the overall bill, creating confusion and unpredictable charges for residents.
SOLUTION
Kader Property Management immediately worked to restore confidence through professionalism and accuracy. Our team restructured the reporting process, providing clear, consistent, and easy-to-read monthly statements. We eliminated duplicate billing practices, ensuring that charges were accurate and fair.
We also redesigned the utility billing system. Instead of passing charges through as a percentage of the total building bill, Kader implemented a flat monthly utility fee per resident. This not only simplified billing for residents but also increased income for the investor group while ensuring predictable cost coverage year after year.
OUTCOME
The results were immediate and long-lasting, giving the investor group both financial improvement and renewed confidence in their portfolio.
» Financial Clarity Restored: Clean, accurate monthly statements made it simple to track income and expenses.
» Cost Savings Realized: Duplicate maintenance charges were eliminated, directly improving cash flow.
» Utility Billing Optimized: A flat-rate system replaced percentage allocations, simplifying resident billing and increasing property income.
» Trust Rebuilt: Transparent practices and consistent communication gave the investors peace of mind that their assets were being managed with care
Rent Growth Achieved Through Strategic Property Improvements
In 2023, Kader Property Management took over management of an 8-unit building on McKenna Blvd in Madison. At takeover, the property was significantly underperforming with average rents at only $925 per unit.
Within two years, through targeted improvements and proactive management, Kader increased average rents to $1,315.63 per unit — a 42% increase in revenue for the owner.
SITUATION
The McKenna property had not been properly maintained by prior management. Deferred maintenance issues were afecting resident satisfaction and keeping rents well below market levels. Tenants felt the property was overlooked, and the owner was not realizing the property’s full potential.
SOLUTION
Kader developed a plan to both address physical improvements and realign rents with the local market. We invested in larger maintenance items that had been delayed, improving the condition of the building and showing residents that ownership cared about their living environment.
At the same time, rents were methodically adjusted to match the improved quality of the property. This created a win-win situation: residents enjoyed beer living conditions, and the owner began capturing the true value of their investment.
OUTCOME
The McKenna Blvd case highlights how proactive maintenance combined with strategic rent adjustments can unlock substantial gains for owners while creating a beter experience for residents.
» Average rent increased from $925 to $1,315.63 per unit.
» 42% rent growth across the property in less than two years.
» Residents expressed higher satisfaction due to visible property improvements.
» Owner gained significantly improved cash flow and long-term value.