Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Property Management Partner in Austin, TX
Bigham & Associates has been delivering professional property management services in Austin, Texas since 1987. Our team combines over three decades of industry experience with a hands-on approach to protect and enhance clients' real estate investments. We specialize in tenant placement, rent collection, property maintenance, and legal compliance, utilizing a rigorous tenant screening process that includes background checks, credit evaluations, and rental history verification. Our marketing strategies leverage over 100 online platforms to maximize property exposure while maintaining vacancy rates below industry averages. We provide comprehensive financial reporting through an online portal, ensuring complete transparency for property owners.With certifications from the National Association of Realtors and Texas Association of Realtors, our team demonstrates deep expertise in residential leasing and property management. We guarantee 24-hour response times for owner inquiries and offer eviction protection services, including court representation. Our commitment to exceeding client expectations has earned us long-term relationships with property owners across Central Texas, serving Austin, Georgetown, Round Rock, and surrounding communities.
Services
Tenant Placement
Rent Collection
Property Maintenance
Legal Compliance
Financial Reporting
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of local property management experience in Austin
- Comprehensive tenant screening with background and credit checks
- Satisfaction guarantee with 90-day contract cancellation option
- 24-hour response guarantee for property owner inquiries
- Eviction protection with court representation included
What people say
Quality tenant screening
Quick response times
Effective marketing
Professional management
Reliable maintenance
Services
Tenant Placement
Our comprehensive tenant placement service includes property marketing across 100+ platforms, professional showings, and rigorous screening. We conduct background checks, verify employment history, and evaluate credit scores to ensure quality tenant selection. Our process minimizes vacancies while protecting your investment through careful applicant evaluation.
Rent Collection
We handle all aspects of rent collection with clear payment policies established in lease agreements. Our system tracks payment deadlines, processes late fees, and manages bounced checks while providing owners with timely financial reporting. This service ensures consistent cash flow and reduces owner administrative responsibilities.
Property Maintenance
Our maintenance coordination service handles repair requests promptly while maintaining detailed property condition reports. We conduct move-in/move-out inspections and periodic assessments to preserve property value. The team manages all maintenance needs while keeping owners informed of property status.
Legal Compliance
We ensure full compliance with evolving rental laws and Fair Housing regulations. Our team handles security deposit requirements, lease documentation, and legal procedures while protecting owners from potential legal issues through proper documentation and protocol adherence.
Financial Reporting
Our financial reporting system provides owners with online access to property performance data. We deliver detailed monthly reports including income statements, expense tracking, and comparative market analyses. This service maintains complete transparency while simplifying investment monitoring for property owners.
People
James E. (Jim) Bigham
Broker
Licensed since 1987 with multiple property management certifications. Serves on industry committees and founded the Austin Chapter of NARPM. Holds Texas Residential Property Manager certification and Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation.
Elizabeth D. (Liz) Bigham
Associate Broker
Licensed since 2010 with Graduate Realtor Institute designation. Manages property management software systems and accounting functions. Served as Austin Chapter Treasurer of NARPM and holds Texas Residential Leasing Specialist certification.
John R. Bigham
Realtor
Prepares comparative market analyses and lease renewals. Holds Texas Residential Leasing Specialist certification. Active member of multiple realtor associations and NARPM chapters since 2017.
Ann Allen
Realtor
Licensed Texas real estate agent with Military Relocation Professional certification. Coordinates property condition reports and marketing photography. Daughter of company founders, expanding services in Fort Hood area.
Travis Bigham
Realtor
Handles property showings and lease agreements. Produces property walkthrough videos and condition reports. Holds Military Relocation Professional certification and understands tenant-landlord relations from personal experience.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Austin and surrounding Central Texas communities including Buda, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Hutto, Kyle, Manor, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Travis County.
How do you screen tenants?
Our screening process includes credit checks, employment verification, rental history references, and criminal background checks to ensure quality tenant selection.
What fees do you charge?
We offer a satisfaction guarantee with no penalty cancellation within the first 90 days. Our leasing fees include prorated charges if tenants leave before 12 months.
How do you handle maintenance requests?
We coordinate all maintenance needs promptly while maintaining detailed property condition reports and providing owners with regular updates.
What happens if a tenant doesn't pay rent?
Our eviction guarantee covers court filing fees and provides legal representation if a placed tenant fails to pay rent as agreed.
How can I track my property's performance?
We provide an online portal for owners to access financial reports, property condition updates, and market analysis data anytime.