President's Message
The National Association of Residential Property Managers proves the adage that "Necessity is the mother of invention."
Twenty years ago, NARPM® was born out of necessity. As a handful of property managers gathered to learn some new computer software, they recognized the need to create a professional and ethical foundation from which they could network with others who spoke their language, generate industry specific education, and certify the individual member’s quest for professionalism. Led by Ralph Tutor, they birthed NARPM®. From those humble beginnings, NARPM® has grown into a dynamic professional association with members from across the United States and several countries around the world.
Our Mission Statement—to support the professional and ethical practices of rental home management through networking, education, and designation—is a guide for creating and implementing programs to enhance professionalism and profitability for our members. NARPM® is the definitive source of information and knowledge in residential property management.
From the very beginning, NARPM® members understood and embraced the concept of colleagues, not competitors, and made it the very foundation of our culture. This unique culture has survived and continues to thrive regardless of the location or condition of our various markets. On the national level, you can network with other management professionals at the Annual Convention and Trade Show. On the local level, there are several state and regional events offering the same great networking and educational opportunities.
Adopted in 1994, the NARPM® Code of Ethics and Standards of Professionalism was designed to offer our members a strong framework for becoming the acknowledged leaders in the property management profession. This focus on professionalism still guides us today. When each of us joins NARPM®, we agree to hold ourselves accountable to this higher standard.
Launched in 2008, the Why Use One marketing campaign is a fast track way to gain new clients who are unable to sell and have chosen to rent out their properties. Most new investors that we talk to are frustrated with the challenges in leasing and management. NARPM® members (also, check out the Why Be One campaign) can have National customize the four flyers with their company logo, and contact information. Visit www.WhyUseOne.com for details on our marketing efforts.
Have you heard about Rental Homes Professionals (www.RentalHomePros.com)? If not, I encourage you to join now and invest in your future and the future of NARPM®. My office has been very successful in marketing new clients with the tools and information we can produce from this new online service.
Today we stand on the threshold of our future and the realization of our founders' dreams. Please accept my personal invitation to join me as an active participant as we explore and recognize the endless possibilities in our future and “Let the Magic Begin”.
Fred Thompson, MPM® RMP®
2009 President