by Simply Live | Apr 14, 2026 | Property Management, Property Management Costs
“Why should I pay 10% when I can do it myself?” “What exactly am I getting for $150 a month?” “Isn’t 10% just… expensive?” If you’ve ever asked these questions, you’re not alone. Here’s what most property owners don’t realize: That 10% management fee isn’t just paying...
by Simply Live | Apr 7, 2026 | Property Management, Property Management Costs
“How much does it really cost to fix that?” “Why is this invoice $200 more than the estimate?” “Are they marking up contractor fees?” If you’ve ever asked these questions about your property manager, you’re not alone. Here’s the uncomfortable truth: Most property...
by Simply Live | Jan 27, 2026 | DIY, Property Management Costs
Let’s settle this once and for all. You’re looking at your rental property, doing the math in your head. A property management company wants 10% of your monthly rent. That’s $1,200 per year on a $1,000/month rental. “Why would I pay someone $1,200 to do something I...
by Simply Live | Jan 11, 2026 | Property Management Costs
When you own rental property, the math seems simple: why pay someone 10% to manage your property when you can do it yourself and pocket that money? I get it. I’ve been in the property management business for 19 years, and I hear this all the time from property owners...
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