[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":32},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-post-end-of-year-checklist-for-property-managers":3},{"id":4,"title":5,"subheading":6,"slug":7,"excerpt":8,"metaDescription":9,"content":10,"renderedHTML":11,"tags":12,"author":14,"authorImage":15,"coverImage":16,"platform":17,"type":18,"cta":19,"publishDate":25,"lastEditedTime":26,"createdTime":27,"status":28,"featured":29,"viewCount":30,"readingTime":31,"renderedContent":11},"2c01a919-dc5b-8042-9e4c-c84c7954bb2b","Every Property Manager’s End-of-Year Checklist to Finish Strong and Win 2026","Issue 024 - PropertyManagement.com Weekly Newsletter","end-of-year-checklist-for-property-managers","Property managers should focus on planning for 2026 by reviewing 2025 wins, showing gratitude to clients and vendors, implementing a clear holiday coverage system, and fostering team culture through holiday celebrations. Taking these steps will help ensure a strong finish to the year and set the stage for future success.","Use this end-of-year checklist for property managers to finish 2025 strong. Plan 2026 goals, show gratitude, protect your holidays, and strengthen your team culture.","","\u003Ch2 id=\"every-property-manager-s-end-of-year-checklist\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">Every Property Manager’s End-of-Year Checklist\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">We have all felt it. It’s December. The team is tired. Owners are distracted. The urge to turn on the "Out of Office" auto-responder and coast until January 2nd is incredibly strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">But here is the hard truth about our industry: \u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The assets you manage  don't know it’s a holiday.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Pipes freeze on Christmas Eve. Leases expire on December 31st.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">The difference between a stressed property manager and a strategic asset manager isn't how hard they work in December- \u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">it's how they prepare in December.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">While your competitors are checking out, you should be checking in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Here is your \u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">end-of-year checklist\u003C\u002Fstrong> to ensure you don't just survive the holidays, but set the table for a dominant 2026.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"1-appreciate-this-years-wins-plan-for-next-years-wins\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">1) Appreciate This Years' Wins, Plan for Next Years' Wins\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">If you're running your PM company on sticky notes and “vibes,” 2026 will break you. Chaos is the enemy of scale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Most PMs are stuck in the “Urgent” quadrant- putting out fires. Elite operators spend December in the “Important” quadrant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n        \u003Cfigure class=\"mb-6 max-w-fit\" style=\"max-width: fit-content;\">\n          \u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpugchphfgofjyszpuwfv.supabase.co\u002Fstorage\u002Fv1\u002Fobject\u002Fpublic\u002Fblog-images\u002Fposts\u002F2c01a919-dc5b-8042-9e4c-c84c7954bb2b\u002Fcontent\u002Fcontent-1.jpg\" alt=\"Every Property Manager’s End-of-Year Checklist to Finish Strong and Win 2026 - Image 1 | PropertyManagement.com\" class=\"w-full max-w-4xl mx-auto rounded-lg shadow-lg\">\n          \n        \u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Actionable Step:\u003C\u002Fstrong> If you aren't using an operating system like \u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)\u003C\u002Fstrong>, buy the book  \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.eosworldwide.com\u002Ftraction-book\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"text-blue hover:text-dark-blue underline transition-colors duration-200\">Traction\u003C\u002Fa> and start. If you \u003Cem class=\"italic\">are\u003C\u002Fem> using it, now is your Super Bowl.\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-6 space-y-2\">\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">Schedule an Annual Planning Session:\u003C\u002Fstrong> 1-2 days offsite.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Rules:\u003C\u002Fstrong> No phones. No owner calls. Just strategy.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Goal:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A clear V\u002FTO (Vision\u002FTraction Organizer).\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Your team can't row in the same direction if they don't know where the ship is sailing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">💡\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">PRO TIP: \u003C\u002Fstrong> It's also important to celebrate your wins and focus on how far you've come. The book, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGap-Gain-Achievers-Happiness-Confidence\u002Fdp\u002F1401964362\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"text-blue hover:text-dark-blue underline transition-colors duration-200\">The Gap and the Gain\u003C\u002Fa> is a great read if you want to learn about the psychology and benefits of this simple approach.\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"2-be-thankful-and-be-human\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">2) Be Thankful (and be Human)\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">In an era of ChatGPT and automated “Happy Holidays” email blasts, being human is your biggest competitive moat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Your clients know the difference between a mass email and a personal touch. And your vendors remember who treated them like a partner versus a paycheck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Actionable Steps:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">Execute the "5-a-Day" Challenge (For Clients):\u003C\u002Fstrong> Write 5 handwritten notes a day next week to your top owners. A stamp costs $0.73, but the ROI on retention is infinite.\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">👉 The Script:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"> \u003C\u002Fstrong>"Thanks for trusting us with your asset this year. We don't take it for granted. Here’s to a profitable 2026."\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">👉 The "Trojan Horse":\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"> \u003C\u002Fstrong>When you send your digital "Year in Review" email to the wider client list later, include a link to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpropertymanagement.com\u002Fresources\u002Fguide\u002Fowner-surveys-best-practices\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"text-blue hover:text-dark-blue underline transition-colors duration-200\">Annual Survey\u003C\u002Fa> we discussed last week. It’s the perfect time to ask \u003Cem class=\"italic\">"How did we do?"\u003C\u002Fem> while you have their attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">Buy "First Call" Insurance (For Vendors):\u003C\u002Fstrong> We talk about owners, but vendors are the MVPs of January. When it is -10 degrees and pipes are bursting, every PM is calling the same three plumbers. Who do they prioritize?\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">👉  The Move:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem> Don't just pay the invoice. Drop off a box of donuts at their shop or invite the owner to your holiday party. That $30 investment buys you speed and loyalty when you need it most.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"3-implement-the-baton-pass-system\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">3) Implement the "Baton Pass" System\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">“We never close” is a badge of honor that usually leads to staff burnout. You still have to provide great management, but you don’t need to be a martyr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Actionable Step:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">Implement the “Baton Pass” System: \u003C\u002Fstrong>Don’t leave holiday coverage vague. Anxiety comes from a lack of clarity.\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">👉  The Move: \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>Communicate early and tell owners and tenants now exactly when the physical office is closed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">👉  \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Rotation:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Implement a paid “On-Call Officer” schedule.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Person A: Covers Dec 24-25 (Gets a bonus stipend + extra PTO).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Person B: Covers Dec 31-Jan 1.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cem class=\"italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">👉 \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Result: \u003C\u002Fstrong>Everyone else can actually unplug because they know the watchtower is manned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"4-the-culture-the-party-is-strategic\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">4) The Culture: The Party is Strategic\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Don’t skip the holiday party because you are “too busy.” Culture is what happens when you aren’t in the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">A team that feels connected will go to war for you when the summer leasing season gets crazy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Holiday Party Rules:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">✅ DO: \u003C\u002Fstrong>Eat together. Drink together. Celebrate wins.\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\n        \u003Cblockquote class=\"border-l-4 border-blue-500 pl-4 py-2 bg-blue-50 rounded-r-lg mb-6\">\n          \u003Cdiv class=\"text-gray-700 italic\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">❌ DON’T:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Make this a “State of the Union.” No PowerPoints. No KPI reviews. No “areas for improvement.”\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">The Bonus:\u003C\u002Fstrong> If you had a good year, share the wealth. EOY bonuses-even small ones-validate the hard work and retain your A and B players.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"the-takeaway\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">The Takeaway\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">The assets you manage don't take a holiday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">But by planning, showing gratitude, and clarifying operations, you can enjoy your time off without the anxiety of the unknown.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Finish strong. Treat your team well. Prepare your systems.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">That is how you finish this year strong and win the next year before it even starts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Chr class=\"border-t border-gray-300 my-8\">\n\u003Ch1 id=\"check-out-unfiltered-propertymanagement-com-s-official-podcast\" class=\"text-3xl md:text-4xl font-bold text-dark-blue mb-6 mt-8 leading-tight\">Check out Unfiltered: PropertyManagement.com's Official Podcast\u003C\u002Fh1>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Dylan Scroggins welcomes \u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">Co-Founder and President of \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fpropertymanagement.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"text-blue hover:text-dark-blue underline transition-colors duration-200\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">PropertyManagement.com\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"> Chuck Hattemer\u003C\u002Fstrong> for a deep dive into what it takes to scale a modern property management company. 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Image 2 | PropertyManagement.com\" class=\"w-full max-w-4xl mx-auto rounded-lg shadow-lg\">\n          \n        \u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpropertymanagement.com\u002Fsearch#top-managers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"text-blue hover:text-dark-blue underline transition-colors duration-200\">View Top 100 Leaderboard\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Chr class=\"border-t border-gray-300 my-8\">\n\u003Ch2 id=\"closing-thoughts\" class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-semibold text-dark-blue mb-4 mt-6 leading-tight\">\u003Cstrong class=\"font-semibold\">Closing Thoughts\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">The "Out of Office" auto-responders will start to pile up. The industry is quieting down. That silence is your opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">While your competitors are coasting into the holidays, use this checklist to finish the year on top:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Col class=\"list-decimal pl-6 mb-6 space-y-2\">\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">Review your 2025 wins, and plan your 2026 goals. Put lots of thought into this plan and make this high priority.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">Show gratitude to your team, clients and vendors. It goes further than you think.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">Divide and conquer your holiday schedule and make sure everyone has a chance to recharge.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 leading-relaxed text-primary text-lg\">Don't skip the holiday party. Your company culture is how you get through the hard times.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-4 text-primary leading-relaxed text-lg\">Don't let the year fizzle out. Plan the work. Write the notes. Finish strong.\u003C\u002Fp>",[13],"Newsletter","Matt Speer","https:\u002F\u002Fpugchphfgofjyszpuwfv.supabase.co\u002Fstorage\u002Fv1\u002Fobject\u002Fpublic\u002Fblog-images\u002Fposts\u002F2c01a919-dc5b-8042-9e4c-c84c7954bb2b\u002Fauthor\u002Fauthor.jpeg","https:\u002F\u002Fpugchphfgofjyszpuwfv.supabase.co\u002Fstorage\u002Fv1\u002Fobject\u002Fpublic\u002Fblog-images\u002Fposts\u002F2c01a919-dc5b-8042-9e4c-c84c7954bb2b\u002Fcover\u002Fcover.png","Blog","Long Form",{"id":20,"url":21,"type":22,"title":23,"description":24},"24d1a919-dc5b-804c-ba1f-c796f71d006e","https:\u002F\u002Fmeetings-na2.hubspot.com\u002Fmatt-speer\u002Ftruematch-paid-partner","button","Get Verified","Matt's Calendly link","2025-12-05T00:00:00.000Z","2026-03-30T12:17:00+00:00","2026-03-30T12:17:54.785966+00:00","published",false,0,6,1783852390187]