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We work hard to find the right tenant for your investment

We strive to get your investment rented quickly, but feel it is important to get the RIGHT tenant versus the FAST tenant! Spending time up front and finding the BEST tenant for your rental creates a good experience all around, versus one that is stressful and frustrating.

Oftentimes people think they just need to do a quick credit check and verify employment but there’s more to it than that. Our high quality tenant screening process digs deeper. We gather extensive information on the following...

  • Credit Check
  • Debt to income ratios
  • Criminal history check
  • Employment verification
  • Eviction history check
  • Previous landlord calls

Our screening process is not just based on a credit score only - we take a comprehensive look at the overall applicant. This process has proven to be extremely successful.

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Why Choose HarborLight Property Management

Why Hire Us Vs. Self-Managing

You’ll make more money – and spend less time maintaining your investment.

Some people assume that property management is expensive - but that’s not the case at all. You will actually make more money in the long run due to better quality tenants that stay longer and less damage or repairs to deal with.

Eliminate the constant run around & stress.

It is a full time job dealing with repairs, complaints, collecting rent and coordinating vendors. Transferring these responsibilities to a good property manager allows you to enjoy the benefits without spending all your free time working.

Better screening process = better tenants.

Because of our application tools and extensive resources, we can screen more tenants, and with more filters, ensuring you get the best renter for your investment. We often have a waiting list of potential renters and our eviction rate is extremely low.

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Our Client Reviews Speak For Themselves

"Michael epitomizes what I want as a property manager. He and I think of each other as partners…and his communication with me could not be better. I am very involved in upcoming requirements, but Mike is almost always one step ahead of me. Besides Mike’s expertise, he is also a caring person with impeccable integrity. I could share many examples where he exemplified who I want as a partner and property manager. While I never knew Mike before he started managing my properties, I am proud to call him a friend. Without hesitation, Mike is the best property manager I have worked with in 33 years."

Chris Soucie, President, Mainland Title – Arundel, Maine

"Mike and his team are truly the BEST I've ever worked with in Maine! They're efficient, knowledgeable, transparent, and 100% ready to solve any issue. I have worked with numerous property managers in multiple states, and this team, by far, exceeded all my expectations! In my opinion, you couldn't ask for a better team to manage your property!"

Emily Morris, Tenant – Brunswick, Maine

"You can rest easy knowing that Mike Marquis is on your side - he has a fantastic moral compass, and he uses it to fight for his tenants. He is kind, patient, trustworthy, and his commitment to his tenants is solid and unwavering. As one of Mike's tenants, I feel confident that he can tackle any situation I throw at him and he'll handle it with ease. Mike is a True Champion of tenant's rights in Maine and Mass!"

Taylor Silver, Tenant – Kennebunkport, Maine