In this episode of The Evernest Property Management Show, Evernest's Director of Leasing, Brett Drevlow, joins Spencer Sutton and Matthew Whitaker for an in-depth conversation on what's required to lease rental properties in 2025.

Brett highlights the importance of overcoming tenant objections, building trust, and using data-driven pricing strategies. His leasing team handles ~350-400 move-ins monthly, communicating mainly via phone and strategically handing off leads through stages from contact center to underwriting and move-in coordination. He emphasizes thorough tenant screening to combat fraud, which ranges from 7-12% of applications, and the need for consistent communication with property managers to inform owners about market trends and pricing adjustments. This discussion underscores leasing as both an art and a science requiring competent, empathetic management to secure quality tenants and protect owner investments.

You'll Learn:

• How to work around the limitations that common comp software misses
• Why having a pool or a huge yard doesn't mean your property will rent
• What to do when faced with the most common objections potential renters have
• The secret to unlocking consistent leases
• The technology Evernest leverages to maximize its leasing process

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Guest: Brett Drevlow, Evernest's Director of Leasing

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