January 18, 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rachel Merk
The Management Group
(360) 397-0334

Local Real Estate Management Firm Earns Professional Accreditation

Vancouver, Wash.— The Management Group, Inc. (TMG), Portland Vancouver’s leading manager of residential real estate, has earned the Accredited Management Organization credential (AMO). Only 15% of management firms across the nation achieve the standards and ethics to earn this accreditation from the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). Founded in 1933, the Institute of Real Estate Management educates real estate managers and certifies and enhances the competence and professionalism of individuals and organizations engaged in real estate management.

Carmen Villarma, President of The Management Group, noted that TMG is one of only 530 companies in the U.S. to receive this certification. “This third party accreditation provides our customers with independent confirmation of TMG’s commitment to outstanding service and knowledge of the industry. This recognition is truly a tribute to our exceptional teams.”

Accredited firms must have a track record of high performance, experience, stability and financial accountability and have a Certified Property Manager (CPM) directing and supervising the real estate management team.

TMG is a recognized leader in the property management industry, and currently employs 88 associates managing over 11,000 residential and commercial properties in the Washington and Oregon. The TMG portfolio is comprised of apartment communities, homeowner associations, single-family residential and commercial properties in Washington and Oregon.

The Management Group’s corporate headquarters is in Vancouver, Washington, with a branch location in Portland, Oregon. The Management Group can be reached at (360) 892-4000 or (503) 598-0552 or visit www.TMGnorthwest.com.