Revolutionizing Property Management with Happy Experiences

Mary Anne Bowring, a qualified chartered surveyor and managing director of Ringley Chartered Surveyors, believes that managing property can be a fulfilling and happy experience. With her expertise and experience in the property industry, she has turned Ringley into a leading property consultancy, managing over 6,500 properties.

Challenges Developers Face in Property Management

Many property developers still struggle to manage their developments effectively, particularly during the sales and early occupation stages. Without a clear structure, developers risk leaving the quality of their developments unmaintained after handover, which can lead to issues with residents and long-term satisfaction.

Outsourcing Management for a Seamless Experience

Mary Anne advocates for outsourcing property management to avoid the complications developers face when handling management in-house. By partnering with a good managing agent, developers can ensure quality service without the burden of managing every detail themselves. A managing agent’s role goes beyond residential management and includes balancing the needs of office, retail, and residential spaces.

The Importance of Early Involvement of Managing Agents

In Mary Anne’s view, involving managing agents from the outset can help prevent problems that arise later. A managing agent should provide input on lease structures, understand specific legal obligations (such as Section 106), and ensure smooth operations in early stages. Early management involvement can also ensure fairness and clarity in service charge accounts.

Flexible Property Management Solutions for Developers

Ringley provides various service charge options tailored to specific developments. This approach helps developers align management costs with marketing prices and local expectations. By offering services like web portals, concierge setups, and refuse management, Ringley enhances the living experience for residents while supporting developers in the sales process.

From Large Developments to Small Blocks: Ringley’s Comprehensive Services

Ringley offers flexible property management solutions for both large developments and small blocks. For large-scale projects, Ringley provides a fully managed service across London, the Home Counties, and the South East. They also created a virtual managing agent service for small blocks, ensuring that smaller developments can still access professional management tools like budgeting, service charge collections, and debt chasing.