What is Vacant Homes?
Vacant rentals create financial risk and physical vulnerability. Unoccupied homes lose rental income, attract maintenance issues, and invite vandalism or squatting. This play helps property managers identify vacant homes and connect with landlords who need reliable help leasing quickly and protecting their investment.The Right Audience
Non-owner-occupied properties marked vacant or unrented for an extended period. Particularly effective for small-scale landlords (1–3 properties) without management support who may be overwhelmed by tenant turnover or leasing gaps.Outreach Channels
Direct mail and phone outreach are strongest for credibility and engagement. Direct mail can visually highlight the risks of vacancy|while phone calls allow for personal reassurance and a fast consult offer. Email is effective when investor contact info is known. SMS should be reserved only for warm follow-ups|not cold outreach.Measuring Success
Track how many vacant-property owners respond to outreach, how quickly properties move from vacancy to lease-up, and conversion from lead to signed management contract. Expect higher response rates when vacancies have been on the market more than 60 days.