The short answer

One empty month costs more than an 8% fee for a year. The numbers, on one page.

What we see in our own homes

A home that rents for $2,000 loses $2,000 in an empty month. A full year of management at 8% costs $1,920. Pricing right and renewing early matter more than the fee.

What to do this month

• Look at the last five leases near you, not the asking rents
• Fix the small things before the photos
• Ask your manager for the numbers in writing

A home that is priced right and cared for is rarely empty.

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