Collecting Rent For Your Investment

Collecting rent is straightforward when residents pay on time, but the reality of property management means you need a team that knows South Carolina tenant law inside and out, not one that figures it out when a problem arises.

At Doug Shorter Property Management, we take a proactive approach to every aspect of rent collection. When a resident moves past the lease grace period, we issue a formal late rent notice and collect all applicable late fees in addition to the outstanding rent balance. Our team handles every step in accordance with the legal requirements specific to the Charleston area, so you are never exposed to unnecessary liability.

If a resident stops paying rent entirely, we do not leave you waiting. We guide owners through the eviction process efficiently and move immediately to re-rent the property to a qualified resident, keeping your vacancy period as short as possible.

For residents, we make paying rent simple through a secure online portal that is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We actively encourage online payments because faster payments from residents mean faster disbursements to you. Our Resident Portal is available at any time, and our Owner Portal gives you full visibility into your property's financial performance whenever you need it.

With more than 40 years of property management experience in the Charleston area, Doug Shorter Property Management has the systems, the legal knowledge, and the local market expertise to protect your investment and keep your cash flow consistent. To learn more or to speak with a member of our team, contact us at (843) 760-5280 or email dspm@dougshorter.com.