Are you searching for a professional property management company in Wisconsin? If so, Bartsch Management may be the perfect firm for you.

We specialize in managing apartment buildings and multi-family properties in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, Washington, Ozaukee, Dodge, Rock, Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Jefferson, Grant and Winnebago.

Our team is committed to helping property owners like you maximize your ROI while enjoying complete peace of mind.

Owning rental property can be rewarding, but it also comes with many responsibilities, like marketing vacancies, screening residents, handling repairs, collecting rent and staying on top of financial reporting.

That’s where we step in to help.

We manage every aspect of day-to-day operations, making property ownership stress-free. When you partner with us, you work with a dedicated team that treats your investment as if it were our own.

There are so many reasons that property owners in the area trust us with their investments – and so many reasons that you should do so, too!

We outline some of these reasons below. Keep reading for more!

1. Avoid Vacant Rental Units

When your property sits empty, it’s lost income, but your expenses like insurance, taxes, utilities, and ongoing maintenance continue to add up.

This is bad for your bottom line.

That’s why, at Bartsch Management, we take care of marketing your property in a way that ensures it gets rented quickly.

Our marketing strategy includes:

Using high-quality photography and virtual tours to showcase your property at its best.
Writing compelling property descriptions that highlight unique features and amenities.
Posting your listing on major rental platforms including Zillow, Apartments.com, Trulia, and Realtor.com, as well as on social media.
Promoting your property locally through yard signs, community boards, and our local network.

We tailor our marketing approach based on your property type, whether it’s for a apartment building or multi-family property. This ensures faster occupancy and keeps your rental income flowing consistently.

2. Never Deal with Problem Residents Again

One of the most stressful parts of property ownership is dealing with problem residents who don’t pay their rent on time, cause property damage, and violate the terms of the lease agreement.

At Bartsch Management, we perform a thorough resident screening process designed to minimize risk and protect your investment.

Every applicant undergoes:

Credit checks to assess financial responsibility
Employment and income verification to confirm they can afford rent
Rental history reviews, including landlord references
Criminal background checks to ensure community safety
Personal interviews to evaluate reliability and suitability

Some of the questions we ask include:

Who is your current employer?
What is your monthly income? Can you provide proof?
Where are you currently living and why are you moving?
Have you ever broken a lease?
Do you have any pets? If so, what kind, how many, and how big are they?
How many people will be living in the property with you?
Are you comfortable with the terms of the lease, including the length?

By carefully screening residents, we place responsible residents who pay on time and take care of your property. This significantly helps foster longer-term tenancy and consistent rental income.

3. Stop Chasing After Rent

Late rent payments disrupt your cash flow. That’s why Bartsch Management ensures your rent is collected efficiently and consistently month after month.

We provide residents with multiple convenient payment options, including online portals, checks, and direct deposits.

We also ensure that each lease clearly outlines payment due dates, accepted payment methods and late fee policies, so residents know what is expected of them.

Automated reminders are also sent to ensure residents never forget a payment.

As a property owner, you will have access to our online owner portal, which will provide you with real-time access to rent rolls, collection status, and detailed payment histories, so you always have awareness of how your rental income is flowing.

With our streamlined rent collection system, over 99% of residents pay on time. In the rare instance of nonpayment, we manage all communication, notices, and legal steps, so you never have to get involved.

4. Save Time & Money on Maintenance and Repairs

At Bartsch Management, our full-service maintenance approach is crucial in ensuring your property remains safe and functional, and your residents stay happy.

Our services include:

Routine property inspections to catch issues before they escalate.
24/7 emergency response to handle urgent repairs anytime.
Reliable vendor network with vetted local contractors at competitive rates.
Preventive services, including HVAC tune-ups, pest control, landscaping, and seasonal maintenance.

We coordinate all repairs for you, saving you both time and money while keeping your residents satisfied.

5. Forget About Paperwork Troubles

Managing rental properties involves a lot of paperwork. From leases and maintenance records to invoices and tax documents, it can get quite overwhelming without a system in place.

When you work with Bartsch Management, you get a secure online owner portal, giving you access to:

Monthly income and expense statements
Maintenance and repair records
Resident payment histories
Tax-ready annual reports
And more!

Your portal is available 24/7, so you can manage your investment from anywhere. We provide full transparency and make it easy for you to make informed financial decisions for your investment.

About Bartsch Management

In 2013, Brian Bartsch founded Bartsch Management. It was a small basement start-up with a vision to provide trustworthy, professional property management for Wisconsin investors.

Over the years, Bartsch Management has grown into one of Milwaukee’s most respected property management firms, with over 40 professionals managing apartment buildings and multi-family properties across Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, Washington, Ozaukee, Dodge, Rock, Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Jefferson, Grant and Winnebago.

When you hire Bartsch Management, you get stress-free and profitable property management as we focus on maximizing rental income, minimizing vacancies, and ensuring smooth operations!