Michael Lawton, Founder & CEO of Duvoire Property Management
About Duvoire

Founder & CEO

Michael Lawton

Property owner, hospitality expert, and the driving force behind Duvoire's mission to bring institutional-grade management with a personal, local touch to every property in the Reno-Tahoe region.

Background

Building the Property Management Company He Wished Existed

Michael founded Duvoire after experiencing firsthand what happens when property management goes wrong. As a rental property owner in the Reno-Tahoe area, he dealt with national companies that had no local presence, outdated technology, and a complete disconnect from the hospitality standards that drive five-star reviews and repeat bookings.

Rather than settling, he built the company he wished existed — one that combines the sophisticated technology and analytics of institutional property management with the personal attention and local expertise that only a boots-on-the-ground team can provide.

Today, Duvoire manages a growing portfolio across 13+ communities in the Reno-Lake Tahoe-Truckee region, operating from three local offices with a team that lives in the communities they serve. Under Michael's leadership, the company has generated over $2M in revenue for property owners while maintaining a 4.9-star rating and 100% owner retention.

Every property we manage is someone's investment, their second home, their dream. We treat it that way because I know what it feels like to hand your keys to someone and hope they care as much as you do.

— Michael Lawton

Specializations

Areas of Expertise

  • Vacation Rental Revenue Optimization
  • Dynamic Pricing Strategy
  • Multi-Platform Distribution (16+ channels)
  • Lake Tahoe & Truckee STR Regulations
  • Washoe & Placer County Compliance
  • Mountain Property Maintenance
  • Guest Experience & Hospitality
  • Real Estate Investment Analysis

At a Glance

By the Numbers

$2M+Revenue generated for property owners
4.9Average star rating across all platforms
100%Owner retention rate
13+Communities served across Reno-Tahoe
3Local offices (Reno, Truckee, Incline Village)
16+Booking platforms for maximum distribution

Get in Touch

Let's Talk About Your Property

Michael personally reviews every new property inquiry. Schedule a consultation and get an honest assessment of your property's potential.

(775) 200-1742