See the real financial picture, including what happens when things don't go perfectly.
Enter your Monthly Rent and Property Value to project your return.
WITHOUT MANAGEMENT
* Numbers shown are before property taxes, insurance, or maintenance costs beyond what's listed.
Self-Managed
(Perfect Scenario)
Professional Management
(Perfect Scenario)
In a perfect world, self-management looks better by $1,020 per year. But properties rarely run perfectly...
REALITY CHECK
Compare the real costs of common scenarios
Bad Tenant Scenario
The most expensive thing is a bad tenant
Self-Managed
Professional
Vacancy Duration
How long does it take to fill your property?
Self-Managed
Professional
Lease Optimization
Strategic leasing increases your revenue
Self-Managed
Professional
Tenant Retention
Happy tenants stay longer
Self-Managed
Professional
APPRECIATION
Property Appreciation
Based on 3% annual appreciation (separate from rental income)
Equity growth realized when you sell or refinance — not counted in annual cash flow above.
BENEFITS
2-Year Leases
Built-in rent escalations increase your income without negotiation
Happy Tenants
Less vacancy, longer stays, better property care
30-45 Day Fills
Professional marketing minimizes vacancy periods
1.5% Eviction Rate
Rigorous screening prevents costly bad tenants
Professional management costs $1,020.00/year. A single bad tenant can cost you $18,000.00.
