Can property management truly thrive as a family business or does mixing family and operations create more problems than it solves?

In this episode, host Marc Cunningham sits down with Joe and Sheila Stokley of Stokley Properties, a husband-and-wife team managing more than 850 doors in the San Francisco Bay Area. Together, they unpack what it really takes to scale a family-run property management company while maintaining clarity, accountability, and long-term vision.

Joe and Sheila share how clearly defined roles, one-point-of-contact systems, and disciplined metrics helped them grow without burning out or burning bridges. They also dive into succession planning, generational leadership, owner communication, and how to work on the business instead of getting trapped in the weeds.

Whether you run a family business, are considering one, or simply want a smarter way to scale your property management operation, this episode delivers practical insight from operators who've lived it.

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This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative.

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