Most property managers think their trust accounts are set up correctly, but many are completely wrong - and that can lead to devastating consequences. In this episode of The Evernest Property Management Show, Marshall Fulton from Enterprise Bank breaks down the truth about trust accounts, FDIC insurance, and so much more. Contact Marshall on his LinkedIn or by emailing mfulton@enterprisebank.com.

You'll learn:

• The two questions every property manager should ask their banker to avoid disaster down the line
• The most common mistake property managers make (and what to do instead)
• How property managers within HOAs should approach banks to maximize success
• Which popular software can handle both property management and HOA needs
• The one thing the best operators do to scale their business

Plus:

• Why bankers try to keep HOA members out of their software
• How private equity impacts acquisitions, sales, and purchases in the property management industry

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Guest: Marshall Fulton, Enterprise Bank

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In this episode of The Evernest Property Management Show, property management owner Trent Ratliff tells host Spencer Sutton how he scaled from 200 to 1,000 doors across Atlanta and Montgomery.

• How Trent accidentally found himself contributing to the 2008 market crash
• The one decision that changed Trent's life and led to 1,000 doors owned
• The type of investors that fueled these industry vets' growth pattern
• The impact of tariffs on the property management industry
• Why most property managers get stuck between 400-600 doors (and how to overcome)
• How Trent leveraged virtual assistance to scale his business
• The importance of creating a positive work environment to promote growth
• Why Trent focuses on long-term relationships
• The need for engaging in your local property management group

• Experts' predictions on AI and the property management industry
• How the "make it right, make it count, make it meaningful" mindset has fueled Trent's business success
• Why industry-specific coaches are like chiropractors

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Guest: Trent Ratliff

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Link: Evernest YouTube Channel (@ThreeHundredToThreeThousand) (Watch this episode and more!)

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Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

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In this episode of The Evernest Property Management Show, Spencer Sutton sits down with Courtney Parks, Principal Broker & Director of Operations, Allegiance Property Management, to dive into:

• How Courtney fell into property management and rose to lead her company
• What it means to suddenly be the one setting the vision and culture—even when it’s not “your” company
• Why property management desperately needs better PR—and how Courtney is working to elevate the industry
• The painful (and hilarious) story of the time she accidentally put a new roof on the wrong house—and what it taught her about systems and leadership
• What makes a great property manager (hint: it’s not what you think)
• The challenge of balancing empathy with boundaries when dealing with owners, residents, and vendors
• Why Google reviews and word-of-mouth still rule—and how she wins them over one touchpoint at a time
• How to grow leaders inside your company—even if you’re still figuring it out yourself
• The turning point when she realized it was time to define a mission, core values, and build culture intentionally

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Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co

Guest: Courtney Parks, Principal Broker & Director of Operations, Allegiance Property Management | Meet Courtney on LinkedIn

Link: Connect with Evernest

Link: Evernest YouTube Channel (@ThreeHundredToThreeThousand) (Watch this episode and more!)

Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts

Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2025.