Walk Softly and Carry a Big Stick

Property Management

Teddy Roosevelt said this many years ago.  Teddy was talking about international relations.  But I feel it still has relevance, and can be used in our industry too.

It’s rare in our area that we have to serve a tenant with a notice, but if you do here is some food for thought.  You have the option of hiring a constable or a sheriff to serve a notice.   Both carry a badge & side arm, cost the same, both have the same legal power in declaring that the notice was served.  However, in my opinion, the sheriff will have a much great effect because of the uniform and patrol car.  The constable most likely drives a car like similar to the rest of us.  And will deliver the notice in common street clothes.  The emotional impact of having person in uniform at your door is simply a stronger and more powerful statement.  Not to mention the neighbors are going to ask questions too.  This tip was given to me by a client I do business with.  I wish I could take all the credit on this little “pearl” of wisdom, but I have to thank Ralph, -thanks Ralph!

 

Thanks for reading!

Michael Spurr