There’s More to a Fee Than Meets the Eye
What the Property Management Agreement Won’t Tell You
When someone calls us at PMI Patron, the first question is almost always:
"How much do you charge?"
Fair question—but the truth is, focusing only on fees is like picking a car based solely on price without checking what’s under the hood. You need to ask: what are you really getting for that management percentage?
What the Agreement Doesn’t Show You
Here’s the thing: property management agreements are packed with line items and legal language. But the stuff that really impacts your investment’s success? That’s between the lines.
Let’s break it down:
🔁 Response Time Matters
Will your property manager answer your call when your tenant finds a leak at midnight? Or will you be stuck leaving voicemails and waiting for a reply? We don’t just answer—we act.
🏠 Vacancy Costs You More Than Management Fees
How fast can they lease your property? Every day it's empty, you're losing money. Speed and tenant screening aren't listed in the agreement—but they’re crucial. We average X days on market [insert your stat if available].
🚨 Emergency Support—24/7 or "Sorry, Office Is Closed"?
A burst pipe doesn’t care if it’s 3 a.m. We’ve got systems in place 24/7 to protect your property and peace of mind.
📈 Do They Maximize Rent Year After Year?
Many managers set rent once and forget it. We review market trends annually and adjust to make sure you're not leaving money on the table.
🙋 How Do They Treat Tenants?
Happy tenants stay longer. That means fewer turnovers, less damage, and a better bottom line for you. We treat tenants with respect, urgency, and care—and they pay it forward.
It’s Not About Cheap. It’s About Value.
The management fee—whether it’s 8%, 10%, whatever—is just one number. It doesn’t tell you how proactive your manager is. It doesn’t tell you if you’ll sleep at night knowing your property is in good hands. It doesn’t tell you how well your investment is really being managed.
At PMI Patron, we’re not the cheapest. And we’re proud of that. Because we offer more than a line in a contract—we offer accountability, responsiveness, and a strategy to grow your investment.
Final Thought
Before you choose your property manager based on price, ask yourself:
“What’s it going to cost me if I choose the wrong one?”
