SMG manages all of its income producing properties with the principal focus of its efforts on maintaining high occupancy and collections along with keeping expenses at or below budgeted amounts. At the same time, stressing physical property appearance and being updated to reflect the needs of a changing client base. SMG stresses strict adherence to company policies and procedures with an emphasis on resident, owner, and investor services. SMG prides itself on its ability to react in a timely and efficient manner to changes in the real estate marketplace. SMG grows through acquiring properties in which its principals make equity investments in partnerships and limited liability corporations with co-investors. SMG acquires properties to provide its investors ongoing cash flow, capital appreciation, and inflation protection. SMG's investors expect the company to know when to buy, refinance, and sell, and how to best preserve and grow their investment dollars.