Make Readies & Property Standards

Why Invest in a High-Quality Make Ready?

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Check out our video about our Make Ready program here!

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Our experience and data have consistently proven the value of performing high-quality make readies before listing a property. Owners who invest in a proper make ready see measurable returns through faster leasing, higher rents, and better tenants.

The SPM Make Ready Advantage

Reduced Vacancy — Faster turnaround reduces time on market, generating additional income. We run a tight MR schedule.
Increased Rental Income — Professionally prepared properties command higher rents.
High-Quality Residents — Appealing properties attract responsible, quality tenants.
Minimized Future Maintenance — Proactive attention prevents issues, ensuring a smoother experience throughout the lease.
Long-Term Value Preservation — Consistent upkeep protects your property's value for years.
On-Time, On-Budget Completion — Guaranteed completion within schedule and budget.
Rental-Optimized Work — Projects are tailored to enhance appeal and maximize rental performance.

See the Appendix for a detailed financial comparison of SPM Make Ready vs. Owner Make Ready, including a 12-month NOI analysis.

Make Ready Timeline (14 Days to Market)

If owner approval is received within 2 business days of the estimate, here's how our make ready process works:

Milestone	Timeline
Inspection & Estimate Sent	Days 1–3 (within 3 days of move-out or onboarding)
Owner Estimate Approval	Day 4 (we ask for approval within 2 business days)
Work Scheduled & Begins	Day 6 (within 3 business days of written approval + 50% deposit)
Work Completed	Day 9 (80%+ of projects completed within 3 business days of start)
Cleaners & Photos	Days 10–12 (photos typically take 1 full day to edit and process)
Listed on Market	Day 14 (takes ~24 hours to appear on 30+ marketing websites)

Note: Prompt approval is critical. Every day of delay in the approval stage adds directly to vacancy time.

Make Ready Costs

How We Calculate Costs Make ready estimates are broken down into three categories: Labor, Materials, and Overhead.