Sylvan Development LLC also operating as A.G. Properties, have a very poor operation. The individuals running the company are unwilling to work with anyone who is renting and under lease from them. Their leases are written in such a manner to bring in the most revenue they can under law. Although having nice facilities, they do not have nice practices. Properties undergo regular “inspections,” which include inside of your apartment. Although sometimes this can be a good thing, in this case it is not. Landlords make notes of every area in your unit that are “trouble” to be sure to find flaw with it upon checkout. In my situation they even went as bold as to constantly call about nonsense items, such as two cars outside in non-assigned parking when there were many vacant spots. They make demands of carpet cleaning when the carpet shows traffic areas from wear and tear. Upon checkout, be sure to get ready for your checkbook. In the “nonstandard lease” agreement you are forced to agree to RIDICULOUS charges for minor flaws. They will nickel and dime you to death for ordinary wear and tear if they feel they can. The company even goes as far as saying you need to pay for a professional carpet cleaning upon move-out, NO MATTER WHAT. This is actually illegal under Wisconsin law if it is just wear and tear. If you were to rent from them, certainly do not spill or cause stains on the carpet. They will demand replacement, at FULL VALUE, even if the carpeting is 6 or 7 years old. They do this because they say they can. When inquiring into charges, their favorite saying is “The damage is done you need to pay. We will take you to court.” They will gladly make payment arrangements, because once you sign their Promissary Note you must pay, even if they were charging you for the air you breathe. AVOID AVOID AVOID!
Pros: Nice Rental Units
Cons: Poor Management, Theives
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