Rio de Janeiro - Gringo Management Apartments

[Rio Bob]

Look if you have never rented from gringomanagement then I think you should keep your mouth shut here and stop spreading crap, I heard this and I heard that like old wash women, stick to your own experiences noy what other people say because you dont know those people, they could be cronic complainers.

I am in Rio now and used Gringomanagemnt and although things are not perfect everything gets fixed. My tv didnt work, it was fixed in an hour. My safe didnt work 2 times, it was fixed in an hour, my hot water didnt work 2 times, it was fixed in an hour. This is my experience not some elses. Also trying to be so smart that figuring out that just because a member has few posts it must be bogus but you could be wrong and all your doing is causing problems for people that you have no business to.

[Ryjerrob]

If a senor member with a good deal of posts says they are ok, like Keldeson, I would believe them. The amount of senor members that have said Grino M are ok are extremely small.

Having said that there are a worrying number of people with less than 10 posts saying how great Gringo Management is. These posts I find have no credibility and I would suggest they could possibly be from Gringo management themselves....IE. SPAM. This would not be out of the ordinary for this less than ethical company.

I have spent a few years in Rio, spoken to hundres of people that have rented apartments. The apartment management company that has the greatest numbers of complaints by a long way is Gringo Management. Anybody that would rent off them is just foolish. Yes they may get you a good apartment, but chances are you will have problems. When you have problems in Rio with apartments you are basically f**cked. Just don't take the risk, avoid this company.

I don't work for the guy. I'm just saying that on my past two trips, I needed a place for 1 night, nd it worked out for me. It was clean, and had a bed, that's all I wanted for 1 night. I've never used their services for more than one night. If you guys say they're shit, ok. I was just lucky. There are way too many other places to stay to keep talking about gringomanagement.

But to proove that this isn't spam, I'll be the biggest anti-grinmanagement spokesman if you want. Just because I'm not a senior member, doesn't mean I don't have something to contribute. And I never said they were great.

Gringo Management sucks!

Ryjer

[Bubba Boy]

If a senor member with a good deal of posts says they are ok, like Keldeson, I would believe them. The amount of senor members that have said Grino M are ok are extremely small.

Having said that there are a worrying number of people with less than 10 posts saying how great Gringo Management is. These posts I find have no credibility and I would suggest they could possibly be from Gringo management themselves....IE. SPAM. This would not be out of the ordinary for this less than ethical company.

I have spent a few years in Rio, spoken to hundres of people that have rented apartments. The apartment management company that has the greatest numbers of complaints by a long way is Gringo Management. Anybody that would rent off them is just foolish. Yes they may get you a good apartment, but chances are you will have problems. When you have problems in Rio with apartments you are basically f**cked. Just don't take the risk, avoid this company.

[Ryjerrob]

Is it true that you are cutting out the short stay rentals (1, 2, or 3 days) at your apartments?

I just called Dave the other day to inquire about a 1 day rental. He says that most owners won't do that. I guess nothing is better than something. THe time I was loking for is also low season. He did say to get back to him a couple of weeks before the trip, and maybe he could do something. I'm optimistic.

Ryjer

[Gladiator]

I am surprised to see a thread dedicated to this guy,

So am I, but I suppose that advertising revenue is, after all, revenue, even if it comes from a guy like this.

By the way, you are not the only one that decided not to try him again after the first time: there are many of us.

[Brazil Lover]

I am surprised to see a thread dedicated to this guy, but I'll chime in with my experience.

I rented from David a few years ago, only to find on arrival that I had been a victim of a bait-and-switch. The apartment was not the one promised, and it did not have a safe as promised. After complaining, I was informed that I was lucky to even have a place during what he considered to be a high season (it was not).

I moved out to a hotel 2 days later.

Perhaps things have changed since then, but I know I will never try him again.

[Mr Enternational]

Missed your emails. Sometimes it gets busy. I think you used to stay in my ocean view studio on Rua Djalma Ulrich 49

#100 on my site www.gringomanagement.com/onebedrooms.html .

You wouldn't recognize the place now. I completely rennovated it in July and everything is new and looks great.

I put in porcellenato tiling, recessed lighting, glass box shower, marble counters, I spent R$1800 on a American size Queen mattress and box spring and even put a computer in their with a dsl connection. Small apt but excellent quality.

Is it true that you are cutting out the short stay rentals (1, 2, or 3 days) at your apartments?

[Dutch44]

Hi All,

Just want to let you know that I rented a (small) apartment from Gringo Management in the middle of January in Ipanema. Everything went fine. The apartment was clean, the service was good and the price was right. (US$ 65 per night) Gringo management responded quickly to my emails and made sure things were arranged as agreed. I picked up the key from the doorman in the morning when I arrived and could immediately use the apartment. No hassles.

I will certaily rent a room or apartment from them again next time I'm in Rio.

Dutch44

[Ryjerrob]

Hi All,

I've been to Rio on a few occassions, have have rent from Gringomanagement w/o any issues. On all trips it was only for two days inbetween staying at other places. Dave has always been good to deal with. I'm sure there's alot of things that have happened to others, but I guess I've been luck thus far.

Ryjer

[Pipe Layer99]

I have only been to Rio once. But I have a friend who has been there numerous times and he gave me some good intel. I also read lots of posts on this board before making decision. Having said that, on my 1st trip to Rio, I rented from rio apartments. I only paid a small deposit and after inspection I paid for the rest of my week. If I did not like the apt, I would have told Claudio immediately, and requested another. If they won't help, then I would have asked for a refund or only stayed for 2 days.

Another idea - I know I read this on the board here - I was also told by my friend - get a hotel for 1 or 2 nights - then go find an apt when you get there. This way you know what you are getting. So on my 2nd trip, starting tomorrow, thats exactly what I'm doing. I already have a hotel for 2 nights. Then on Thursday afternoon, I plan to go look at a few apartments. I will contact my apartment renter to see what he has available and verify the price. Then off we go for a look. I will look at maybe 2 or 3. If they all suck, I will go to another agent and do the same. I figure this will take about 2 hours max (out of the afternoon). For me, thats not much for my peace of mind in finding a good place to lay my head (and work the night shift).

Good luck, DD

[Gringoman]

Missed your emails. Sometimes it gets busy. I think you used to stay in my ocean view studio on Rua Djalma Ulrich 49

#100 on my site www.gringomanagement.com/onebedrooms.html .

You wouldn't recognize the place now. I completely rennovated it in July and everything is new and looks great.

I put in porcellenato tiling, recessed lighting, glass box shower, marble counters, I spent R$1800 on a American size Queen mattress and box spring and even put a computer in their with a dsl connection. Small apt but excellent quality.

You should check it out next time you are down. Email me when you get a chance.

This apt is right around the corner from Help and has a full view of Copacabana Beach down to Sugar Loaf Mountain. No taxis at night, you are home in 30 seconds.

I used David on my first two or three trips here - never had a problem two and three years ago when I did. However, when I contacted him several times over the last year for information, I didn't find him as quick and responsive as in the past. It took four or five days to hear back from him on my last request.

[Member #4156]

I used grigomanagement on my last trip and clearly I am a reputable member of this board. Don't get me wrong, I'm not advocating for the dude, but at the same time I had no complaints. However, I stayed in Ipanema. What I've noticed here on this board is most of the guys with bad reviews are the ones who've stayed in Copa at one point of time. I may be wrong but I think that might be the common denominator. Who knows?

Like I said, I had no complaints, Arnold and Nereu took care of me. I still talk to Arnold every now and then b/c we had good conversation and he's street smart, won't tell you anything just to cause it sounds good, sr8 up guy. I'd rent the same apt again if I didn't adopt the "don't do the same thing twice in a row" philosophy.

[Exec Talent]

What is ridiculous is Gringos in Brazil (or in the case of David, in Phoenix) trying to make a buck off of other Gringos, getting a bad reputation and then trying to redeem it by posting over and over again under multiple names how wonderful they are.

David -- anyone who is anyone in Rio knows how you run your business. I personally have heard at least 10 complaints about you and after that I stopped listening. People like you simply need to go away or find some other scam.

If someone uses your service they clearly have not read this board or communicated with any regulars here. Don’t go away mad, but do please go away.

[Pounddog]

I (and friends) have used David at Gringomanagement.com on three occasions and always received the best of service and the apartments have been great. I read some of the negative posts on this thread and find it hard to believe. If you arranged to rent an apartment from David, you would have paid the balance upon arriving and inspecting the place. Why would you have paid the balance if the place was a dump? Further, the poster stayed the week and then waited until they arrived back in the US to post complaints on this website.

Sounds like bullshit to me.

Anyone out there considering renting with David should do so knowing that there are many satisfied customers out there. He and his staff in Brasil (props to Bruno and Enda) are always courteous and helpful.

I am setting up my next rental with him for this coming Carnaval without hesitation.

PD

[Gringoman]

I just received this email today from a client staying in one of my ocean view apartments. This guy is a member of this board. I blocked his name to protect his anonymity.

www.gringomanagement.com/onebedrooms.html

I am very happy with your apartment. It is bright and cheery and so far everything works. A pretty good deal. I'm glad I stuck with you on this and didn't listen to that goober on the net. I can even hear the waves crashing in at night. Fantastic.

And having this computer here is a giant plus. This saved me from having to bring a pile of stuff from home and also I don't have to go seek out an internet shop every morning. Very pleased.

Also, Edna is a very nice lady. Very helpful and kind. Bruno was informative, and even the doormen at both apartments have been helpful.

Couldn't be happier.

K__