Business Details
33 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Property Management Partner in Athens, GA
Joiner & Assoicates Realtors has been a cornerstone of property management in Athens, Georgia since our founding in 1993 by Hank Joiner. Built on trust and relationships, we specialize in full-service management of residential, multi-family, and light commercial properties across Athens-Clarke, Oconee, and Madison County. Our portfolio-based structure ensures personalized service through dedicated property manager teams, while departmental specialization enhances expertise in leasing, maintenance, and accounting. Led by Chris Joiner, our team of licensed real estate agents and certified professionals manages over 850 units, providing clients with market-driven insights, rigorous tenant screening, and transparent financial reporting.Our in-house maintenance team and extensive vendor network ensure prompt repairs, while Franco Giannonis accounting leadership delivers accurate monthly disbursements and tax guidance. With a 97% rent collection rate within the first three days of each month and a robust three-tier inspection process, we prioritize asset protection and investment growth for property owners. Our 30-year reputation reflects our commitment to evolving systems that balance technological innovation with the personalized service that defines our client relationships.
Services
Property Management
Rental Evaluation
Tenant Screening
Maintenance Services
Accounting
Eviction Handling
Marketing
Rent Collection
Inspections
Real Estate Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- With over 30 years of local expertise, we provide tailored property management solutions.
- Our in-house maintenance team ensures prompt, quality repairs at fair market rates.
- Licensed real estate agents handle property management and investment transactions.
- 97%+ rent collection rate within the first three days of each month.
- Three-tier inspection process with digital documentation protects security deposits.
What people say
Best in Athens
No vacancy yet
Financials for tax purposes
Transparent documentation
Confident investment guidance
Services
Property Management
We manage residential, multi-family, and light commercial properties with a portfolio-based structure. Our dedicated teams handle tenant relations, lease administration, and vendor coordination while ensuring regulatory compliance. Client portals provide real-time access to financial statements, inspection reports, and maintenance tracking.
Tenant Screening
Our vetting process includes credit checks (min. 675 score), criminal background investigations, and eviction history reviews. Applicants under 30 without qualifying scores require family sponsors. We verify employment and rental references to ensure qualified tenants for property owners.
Maintenance Services
In-house technicians handle routine and emergency repairs within 1-3 business days. For specialized work, we deploy trusted third-party vendors. Our digital maintenance portal allows tenants to submit requests with photo documentation for efficient issue resolution.
Accounting
Led by Enrolled Agent Franco Giannoni, our accounting team manages income/expenses, tax documentation, and monthly disbursements. We provide detailed statements showing rent collections, maintenance costs, and profit/loss metrics for transparent investment tracking.
Marketing
Properties receive multi-platform digital advertising, on-site signage, and website listings. Our market analysis determines optimal rental pricing using decade-spanning data. We leverage local knowledge of Athens and Oconee rental trends to minimize vacancy periods.
People
Chris Joiner
Broker | Owner
Chris leads Joiner & Assoicates Realtors' property management division, building on 30+ years of family experience. He specializes in asset optimization through strategic tenant placement and financial oversight while maintaining client relationships.
Hank Joiner
Founder | Associate Broker
As founder since 1993, Hank established our relationship-driven approach to property management. His legacy includes building systems that balance personal service with operational efficiency across multiple property types.
Franco Giannoni
Controller | Enrolled Agent
Franco manages all financial operations with UGA accounting credentials and IRS certification. He ensures accurate monthly disbursements, tax compliance, and transparent financial reporting while overseeing audit processes.
Tip Whatley
Leasing & Sales Manager
Tip directs tenant acquisition and property marketing strategies. With real estate expertise and local market knowledge, he develops pricing models and advertising campaigns that attract qualified renters while minimizing vacancy periods.
Rachel Solomon
Maintenance Coordinator
Rachel oversees repair logistics, coordinating between in-house technicians and external vendors. She ensures 24/7 emergency response readiness and maintains quality control standards for all maintenance operations.
Questions
What property types do you manage?
We handle single-family homes, duplexes, multi-family units, townhomes, and light commercial properties across Athens and Oconee areas.
How do you handle emergency maintenance?
Our 24/7 emergency line (706-343-3189) addresses urgent issues like HVAC failures, water leaks, or safety hazards requiring immediate attention.
What are your tenant screening criteria?
We require minimum 675 credit scores, no violent criminal records, and acceptable rental history. Younger applicants may use family sponsors for approval.
How often do you inspect properties?
We conduct three annual inspections with digital documentation: pre-move-in, post-move-out, and winter assessments for condition tracking.
What payment methods do you accept?
Online payments via ACH (free) or credit/debit cards (with processor fees) through tenant portals, plus in-person check/money order options.
How quickly do you collect rent?
97% of monthly rents are collected within the first three business days, with nearly 100% collection achieved by the 15th of each month.
