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44 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Property Management Services in Puyallup, WA
Established in 1982, J C Higgins & Associates has built a reputation as a trusted leader in real estate management across the South Puget Sound region. Our expertise spans proactive management of income-producing properties and community associations, serving a diverse clientele including private owners, developers, and institutional investors. With decades of combined experience, our team prioritizes ethical practices, personalized service, and innovative solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. We maintain rigorous standards in financial accountability, tenant relations, and property maintenance while fostering long-term partnerships grounded in transparency and mutual respect.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of court-appointed receiverships, REO property management, and industry education initiatives led by our founder. By balancing operational efficiency with individualized attention, we consistently deliver superior value that preserves and enhances property investments.
Services
Community Association Management
Residential Property Management
Commercial Property Management
Homeowners Associations
Professional Condominium Associations
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized experience in South Puget Sound real estate management.
- Our team includes certified property managers with proven community association expertise.
- We provide tailored management solutions for properties of all sizes and complexities.
- Our ethical practices include transparent financial reporting and legal compliance.
- We maintain 24-hour emergency maintenance support for property owners.
Services
Community Association Management
Our community association management delivers comprehensive oversight for condominium and homeowners associations. We handle CC&R enforcement, vendor coordination, financial accounting, and dues collection while maintaining property standards. Our three-tier collection system ensures timely payments, and we provide ACH and credit card payment options for convenience. With experienced staff managing daily operations, we protect property values and enhance community living through proactive maintenance and budget management.
Residential Property Management
We offer full-service residential property management for single-family homes, multi-plexes, and apartment communities. Our services include tenant screening, lease administration, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. Market analysis ensures competitive rental pricing while our maintenance team prevents property deterioration. We handle court-approved agreements and landlord-tenant law compliance, maximizing returns for property owners through efficient tenant retention and expense management strategies tailored to individual investment goals.
Commercial Property Management
Our commercial property management focuses on maximizing income for office, warehouse, and retail properties. We implement preventative maintenance programs, negotiate leases, and manage tenant relationships to ensure long-term occupancy. Financial reporting tracks performance metrics while our tenant screening process maintains quality tenant mix. With expertise in commercial accounting and cost control, we protect investment value through strategic property improvements and market-responsive management practices developed over decades of industry experience.
Homeowners Associations
We provide specialized management for homeowners associations of all sizes, from declarant-controlled to owner-governed communities. Our team handles budget preparation, reserve studies, and vendor selection while enforcing community guidelines consistently. We offer flexible service levels from full management to accounting-only support, adapting to each association's specific needs. Our proactive approach prevents deferred maintenance issues and maintains property aesthetics through regular inspections and timely repairs coordinated by experienced management professionals.
Professional Condominium Associations
Our professional condominium association management combines financial expertise with operational efficiency. We handle budget development, insurance claims processing, and vendor management while maintaining compliance with condominium regulations. Our services include dues collection, financial reporting, and property maintenance oversight tailored to business-oriented associations. By implementing proactive maintenance schedules and cost-effective solutions, we protect commercial property values while providing board members with strategic guidance for long-term community success.
People
JC Higgins
Founder
Established the company in 1982 and built its foundation through industry education and professional leadership. Taught real estate courses and shared expertise at trade shows, shaping local property management standards.
Amber Emery
Executive Director
32-year real estate management veteran with strategic leadership experience. Oversees daily operations and client relationships while maintaining financial accountability standards across all managed properties.
Dave Emery
Deputy Executive Director
Brings extensive business management experience since 1986, focusing on real estate operations since 1993. Coordinates strategic planning and implementation of company-wide management systems.
Amanda Arends
Residential Properties Director
CAM-certified property manager with 20+ years of experience overseeing residential portfolios. Manages tenant relations, property maintenance, and client acquisition for single-family and multi-family units.
Lorne Martin
Community Association Director
24-year industry veteran managing community association operations. Coordinates team activities and client communications while implementing compliance programs for association governance.
Questions
What property types do you manage?
We manage residential (single-family, multi-family), commercial (office, retail, warehouse), and community association properties across Pierce, Thurston, and South King Counties.
How do you handle emergency maintenance?
We provide 24-hour emergency maintenance support with dedicated after-hours contact for urgent property issues requiring immediate attention outside regular business hours.
What payment options are available?
We accept ACH transfers and credit card payments for property management fees and association dues through our secure payment processing system.
Do you offer customized management plans?
Yes, we tailor management solutions to each property's specific needs, offering flexible service levels from full management to accounting-only support options.
How are maintenance requests handled?
Maintenance requests are processed through our dedicated team with priority response times for emergencies and scheduled maintenance coordination for routine issues.
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in property management services throughout the South Puget Sound region, including Pierce, Thurston, and South King Counties.
Reviews (5)
Irima Nicse
Jan 04, 2022
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I have been renting a property from JC Higgins for several years, and later bought one. Everyone has always been really helpful and courteous. I can only say great things about this company.
Ronald Gross
Jan 04, 2022
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Professional Management Company. Very thorough. I am happy to have them managing my apartment. I feel they do a good job on behalf of the landlord and the tenant.
Jesse Arciniega
Jan 03, 2022
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What's impressed me the most about JC Higgins is their commitment to honesty and integrity to homeowners as well as tenants, and their desire to always be on the cutting edge of technological advances and amenities. I would definitely recommend using them to manage your properties, as well as renting from them.
Sazben Maerna
Jan 03, 2022
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We are so grateful for JC Higgins. They are extremely responsive, professional, and follow through well on any issues. Everything has been easy and seamless working with their entire team there. They helped us find a new place for our family and we appreciated that very much!
Rick Reno
Jan 02, 2022
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JC Higgins has managed our rental home for the past 2 years. We are very happy with the professional service they provide. Our property is well cared for, they found great tenants and when we had plumbing issues they were solved quickly at fair prices.
