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About
We are a family run business that likes to do things the old fashioned way. We buy, sell and manage single and multi-family investment properties. We also personally own 89 units, so we understand what it's like to be an investment property owner. We like to think we will manage your property with the same care and attention we use when managing our own properties. We work hard to be a company that you can trust and strive to deliver excellent customer service and same-day communication to both our owners and our tenants.
Overview
Hired 11 times
9 similar jobs done near you
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17 employees
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash.
Services offered
Property type
Homes
Apartments
Number of properties
Multiple properties
Single
Monthly rental income
< $1,000
$1,000 - $2,500
$2,500 - $5,000
$5,000 - $10,000
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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April L.
Sep 30, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Tara is wonderful to work with. She is experienced and professional, and has great people working with her. Tara walked me through the whole process of renting my condo and kept me in the loop at every turn. As a first-time owner renting my condo out, I really appreciate all of her expertise. My place was rented quickly and to great renters. Highly recommend Breakwater!
Details: Apartment(s) or condo(s) • One property needs to be managed • $1,000 - $2,500 • Occupied • More than 1 year
Property Management
Hannelore F.
Oct 29, 2020
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From Google
During the early COVID-19 months I was in need for a more reliable PropertyManagement company because of broken down communication and several grave errors on their part. On my search I came across Breakwater NW, owned by Tara Costanzo. From the start I appreciated Tara Costanzos kindness, her extensive knowledge of renting laws in Portland, her ability to communicate effectively and her demonstrated ability to get things done. She went out of her way to get my rental unit fixed up within a short time and found reliable new renters for me right away. Working with her has been a breeze and such a relief because doing business long-distance - I live in a different state - can be quite stressful. I highly recommend Tara Costanzo and her team to anyone who is looking for a propertymanager they can trust in the Portland Area.H. Fischer
Brendan C.
Apr 6, 2020
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From Google
Deciding to go with breakwater northwest for my rental property has been one of the best choices Ive ever made. Tara has been polite, punctual, and over all demonstrated a level of customer service and integrity you just don't see nowadays.Their rates are competitive. Their maintenance is below average market cost and with those variables you have absolutely nothing stopping you from being hands free and care free.I signed their onboarding paperwork, and in less than 2 weeks they found a respectable tenant, got the security deposit/rent and the process automated.I have had 0 issues with this entire process and wish I could give them 10/5 stars.
Molly L.
Apr 6, 2020
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From Google
Tera from Breakwater has been managing our home since January 2020. She is always on top of everything. We get our rent on time and her crew fixes what needs fixing quickly, without breaking the bank. I would highly recommend Breakwater to anyone who needs a propertymanaged.
Gavin H.
Nov 12, 2019
I have been working with Matt and Tara for many years, and have come to respect their expertise in the field of propertymanagement and real estate. I feel as though our values are aligned, and they are working in my best interest. I would definitely recommend them to a friend.
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Tara Costanzo
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We don't have any hidden fees or secret ways to make money that you only see in the fine print. All of our fees are easy to understand, explained up front, and straightforward.
We charge 8% of gross collected rents for all single family homes and duplexes. For 3+ units, we will provide a personalized quote, but our typical fee ranges between 6% and 8% of gross income collected.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Our property manager is a licensed attorney, and our commercial real estate broker has over ten years of experience in the commercial real estate and lending industry.
We also own our own investment properties, which we believe gives us a unique perspective on management and investing.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
We have been working in this business for over a decade. After owning our own investments, and managing for ourselves and for family, we decided to branch out and buy, sell and manage on a full time basis.
