A property manager runs your rental as a business on your behalf: pricing, marketing, showings, screening, the lease, rent collection, repairs, and the day-to-day work of running the tenancy. Here is the whole job, the part owners never see, and where the role stops.

By Alpha Property Management | Published August 31, 2026

Quick answer: Most Sacramento property management companies charge 10% of the rent they collect each month. On a $2,200 single-family rental that is $220 a month, or $2,640 a year. Leasing fees, setup fees, renewal fees, maintenance markups and inspection charges can add significantly to that monthly fe ... Link to full article