RenPro

Hello Everyone,

My name is RenPro and I am in the process of starting a property development and management business.

I have been investigating equipment for my business and have explored mini excavators, loader/backhoe combos, and skid steer equipment.

Since my business primarily focuses on homeowner services I have decided that a loader/backhoe would be the best piece of equipment to start with. I'm currently leaning toward the Kubota B2620 with a LA364 loader, BH65 backhoe and 54" mid-mount mower. I'm also considering a 51" rear mount snow blower.

I've considered the B2630/B3030 for my business but after testing several Kubota models and some competitors I feel these larger models are too big for many of the smaller properties I will be working on.

Does anyone have any other suggestions that I consider before taking the plunge?

Thanks,

RenPro

jbrumberg

RenPro:

Welcome to MU ! I just manage my own property , but there are several members here at MU who should be able to assist you. Prepare yourself for sensory overload. They should be coming "online" soon. You will like it here. There is a lot of vibrancy here and a lot of diversity, and we all get alongJay

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vansimplement

Good morning RenPro and welcome to the forum. Jay is right, you've come to the right place to talk about loaders, backhoes and compacts
Does it look like you'll be primarily doing development work with it, or will it be a pretty even mix with property management? What other brands did you look at so far? Working at a Massey dealer I'm obligated to point out that they still have a few days left on their "0% for 60 months" promotion

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GreenWannabe

Welcome, RenPro.

Fred

Dougster

Welcome RenPro!

You will find lots of good input on your questions here. Your should probably start by telling us where you are located and exactly what you mean by a "property development and management business"... specifically, what services you wish to provide to your homeowner clients.

The Kubota equipment you are focusing on is relatively small and low-powered to begin with... especially when you are also mentioning mini-excavators and skidsteers as other possibilities... so it strikes me a little odd that you feel the Kubota might be too big. On the other hand, for a lawn maintenance service without the focus on the big projects, it could be just right.

Please help us out here with a few specifics!

Dougster™

Ducati996

My personal likes go towards the B3030 series (non cab sorry) and I have a similar size machine from Deere. I use it on homes and commercial environments and it fits the bill for those particual applications. Of course the need to go larger is there, but never smaller....for what its worth..

emerichsales

Welcome Renpro to the MU!
I think your looking at the right machine. You may want to consider the 60" deck because it sticks out a little farther for easier trimming around tree's. You also may want to consider the outfront snow blower. So much nicer than a rear one but the price is higher.
If you do go with a Rear Mount SnowBlower check out the Blizzard blowers by RAD
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I do always recommend going one size larger than you think you need.

Kevin
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Underdog

You may also consider just sub-contracting any such work.
Run the numbers many ways.

PaulChristenson

"My name is RENPRO"...is that one name like Madonna or Sting??...

Paul in VT

I used to own an ant farm but had to give it up. I couldn't find tractors small enough to fit it.
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RenPro

RenPro is part of my business name, Renaissance Property Solutions. By property development and management I am referring to a variety of all inclusive services offered to homeowners and small associations where projects small and large can be handled through one company.

I will be doing business in Central Connecticut and the Lake Sunapee area of New Hampshire.

I have experience working in real estate sales, mortgage brokering, purchasing, general contracting (new construction and rehabed properties) I have done much of the framing, flooring, cabinetry, trim, and landscaping on myself.

As far as use of the equipment goes I am primarily going to be using the tractor to cut lawns and clear driveways. However plan also to use it to install rain water collection systems, patios, regrade/dress gravel driveways and repair/replace driveway culvert pipe.

I anticipate that mowing/snow clearing will be the bulk of the business though I am interested in drainage/water collection work as well.

Another option is to start with a walk-behind or zero turn mower and rent various equipment for my other projects.