Invaluable advice for property managers—and how to keep an eye on the prize.

Property managers often lose sight of advancing their careers because they get buried in the details of labor-intensive, day-to-day management. This guide helps the harried professional keep priorities straight with: advice on education, certifications and licenses; an overview of property management skills; information about regulations, finances, taxes, safety codes; advice on time management, prioritizing duties, and supervising staff; and how to start a property management business.

•Author is an experience certified Property Manager

•Easy, accessible, jargon-free style

•Concrete advice about everything from emergencies to boiler maintenance to building finances