Properly vs a traditional property manager
Guest and turnover support—without the percentage fee. A clear monthly price. You stay in control.
A traditional PM may take 20–30% and control your bookings. Guest Support Plus is $149/listing/month for its core scope while you keep your listings, bookings, and payments.
$149/listing/month 30 days’ written notice You keep full control
Why owners switch to Properly
Traditional property managers often charge 20–30%, may hold guest payments, and can control future bookings. Guest Support Plus gives owners a defined remote guest-operations scope at a flat monthly price.
$149/mo
Guest Support Plus
20–30%
Traditional PM
24/7
Included (3–5 min target; 95% under 5)
The Smart Alternative
Professional Guest Support. A Clear Monthly Price.
Keep control of your rental while our team handles guest operations.
| The Smart Alternative | Recommended Guest Support Plus | Traditional PM | Owner DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $149/listing/mo + selected add-ons | 20-30% of revenue | $0 (but your time) |
| Your effort | ~1 hr/month | ~0 | 5-10 hrs/month |
| Who holds payments | You (direct) | PM (trust account) | You |
| Who owns bookings | You | PM (contract-dependent) | You |
| Owner control | Full | Limited | Full |
| 24/7 guest support | Included (3–5 min target; 95% under 5) | Varies | You're on-call |
Cost
Guest Support Plus $149/listing/mo + selected add-ons
Traditional PM 20-30% of revenue
Owner DIY $0 (but your time)
Your effort
Guest Support Plus ~1 hr/month
Traditional PM ~0
Owner DIY 5-10 hrs/month
Who holds payments
Guest Support Plus You (direct)
Traditional PM PM (trust account)
Owner DIY You
Who owns bookings
Guest Support Plus You
Traditional PM PM (contract-dependent)
Owner DIY You
Owner control
Guest Support Plus Full
Traditional PM Limited
Owner DIY Full
24/7 guest support
Guest Support Plus Included (3–5 min target; 95% under 5)
Traditional PM Varies
Owner DIY You're on-call
Common questions
Everything You Need to Know
How much do vacation rental property managers charge?
Traditional full-service property managers typically charge 20–30% of rental revenue. Guest Support Plus is $149 per listing per month before optional add-ons.
Will I lose control of my listings and bookings?
No. With Properly you keep your listings, accounts, future bookings, and guest payments. Guest Support Plus may be cancelled with 30 days’ written notice.
What does Properly handle that a property manager does?
Guest Support Plus includes 24/7 guest communication, coordination for up to three turnovers per month, remote photo inspection before every guest, and the owner app and Properly Platform. Dynamic Pricing ($89/month) and Claims Management ($19/month) are optional; the owner remains responsible for local vendors, on-site work, and property decisions.
How much can I save switching from a property manager?
On a $40,000/year rental, a 25% PM costs about $10,000. Guest Support Plus core service is $1,788/year before onboarding and optional add-ons; compare the included scope for an accurate estimate.