Better than what it was one and half years ago
Three of the key issues I had with the new Applecross management when it first took over by the current team, were (1). communication, (2). confusing responses, and (3). staff turnover.
(1). The incoherent communication, or the lack of it, had created much angst for me as my emails wasn't replied, my requests for information during a period between leases was ignored, and I believe even attempted to hide the fact that the agent didn't do as promised. That was mostly due to inexperienced person who was put into a role far too big for her to fill. I could appreciate the fact that she was very young. Then the next person was overwhelmed, and was not in control of the situation.
(2). Confusing responses probably stemmed from the fact that the persons won't quite up to the tasks. Perhaps too much on their plates? During that one bad patch, when Acton Applecross had a new management, I received two versions of office closure during the Christmas/New Year breaks. The office wasn't manned while the email said it was meant to be. One of my properties was left vacant for nearly a month as it so happened it felled into a no-man land when everyone was unavailable. But I believe we have learned a lesson from that. New leases will not end during the December/January window. So there is a positive to come out of this.
(3). Much of the issues I have faced are most likely due to the steady stream of staff turnover. Having worked for a large corporation, I know that staff turnover is bad for business. New contacts between clients had to be re-established. The newcomer will need to learn almost all over again. I would have to explain a certain features in the property again to the new person. That could be a frustrating experience. Then billing was another negative until the last 6 months.
There are positives. The past year have been an appreciable improvement. I believe it is on the right track.