Frequently Asked Questions

 Whether you are a seasoned veteran in the property owner space, an applicant to one of our available properties, or a current tenant, questions are bound to arise. Take a look below at our frequently asked property management questions. If you can't find the answer you're looking for, reach out to us directly so we can help.

FAQs for Tenants

How can I pay my rent?

What is the address of your PO Box to send rent to?

Is the deposit refundable?

Can I pay out of pocket for a maintenance issue that is not being repaired?

Will I get an eviction if I owe only the current month of rent?

Is a security deposit required?

What are your tenant requirements?

  • The tenant must earn 3 times as much income as the cost of the rent (must submit either bank statements, paychecks, or Section 8 voucher)
  • Minimum 550 credit score
  • Good Landlord references
  • No recent evictions/ foreclosures/ bankruptcies in the past 5 years.

Is there an application fee?

  • Anyone who is 18-years-old or older must submit their own application.

Who is responsible for paying for repairs and maintenance requests?

Do you have a rent-to-own program?

Do you accept Section 8 tenants?

Are pets allowed?

  • Breeds not allowed: Pitbull, Boxer, Chow, Husky, Rottweiler, German Shepard, Doberman Pinscher, or any type of venomous reptile (rattlesnakes, cobra, coral snakes, Gila monster, etc.)

FAQs for Owners

When do owner draws occur?

  • We do our owner draws on the last day of the month.

When do the owner funds clear?

  • The funds will clear in 3-5 business days depending on your bank

Do you have a reserve per property? If so, how much?

  • We do not carry a reserve per unit. We utilize the rent of the current month to pay for any property expenses, if any come up.

How should I rent my home for?

  • Every property is different since there are a handful of variables. If you book a call here, we'll chat through the specifics of your property and provide you with a FREE rental analysis

What do you do for marketing?

  • MLS syndication (1,000 websites)
  • Our website
  • Facebook Marketplace

Will I have one Point-of-Contact or do you have separate departments?

  • We structured the company with a Portfolio Organization, meaning your property will be managed by 1 Licensed Property Manager and 2 PM Assistants. That team of 3 will know everything regarding your property, from the specifics on the work orders to when it'll be rented. We have found this to be the best structure that allows for continuity and clear communication.

How much is your management fee structure?

  • We charge 8% of gross rent as the management fee

How can I best reach you?

  • We believe in top tier customer service so you can always reach us through calling our direct lines, texting us, or emailing us. We want to make it easy for you to reach us.

Do you have insurance?

  • Yes, we have both General Liability insurance as well as Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance

Is the Property Manager a licensed real estate agent?

  • Yes, our property managers are all licensed within the state of Alabama.

How long have you been in the industry?

  • We have over 50 years of combined industry experience between the team. Your properties are in the hands of experienced property managers.

Do you sell real estate too?

  • Yes, we have an in house brokerage with agents that specialize in helping investors buy and sell real estate. We also offer a discount on our commission fees when you're a PM client!

Do we serve other markets?

  • We currently only manage in Birmingham, AL. We consider ourselves experts and specialists in this market!

How often do you inspect the properties?

  • 1 complimentary inspection per year
  • Optional additional inspections for $100 at owner’s request

FAQs for Applicants

How do I apply to rent a property?

Is there a security deposit required?

What are your requirements for renting?

Is there an application fee?

Do you have a rent-to-own program?

Do you accept Section 8?

Are pets allowed?

  • Yes, but there may be different restrictions depending on the property. We also require all of our residents to register on PetScreening.com.
  • Our properties also require a non-refundable pet fee of $250 with a maximum of two approved pets as long as they are not on the dangerous animal list.
  • The following breeds and animals are not allowed: Pitbull, Boxer, Chow, Husky, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, or any type of venomous reptile (rattlesnakes, cobra, coral snakes, Gila monster, etc.).

 Still have a property management question?

We're just a call, email, or a contact form away and we're happy to help clear up any additional questions you might have lingering. You can also find additional support in our Resource Center.