Ryan CadwellManaging Partner @ Resolute RDM | CCIM® | CPM®

The Hidden Cost of Self-Managing Rentals #PropertyManagement #RealEstateInvestor

29 Jun 2026 · 1 min

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In this short video, the speaker addresses landlords who self‑manage their rental properties. He challenges them to consider the hidden costs of doing everything themselves by asking how many hours they spent on tenant issues or property upkeep in the past month and then multiplying those hours by their current job’s hourly wage. He points out that a single bad tenant, eviction, or missed lease renewal can cost thousands, often exceeding the expense of hiring a professional property manager. While acknowledging that self‑management is possible, he questions whether it is truly cost‑effective. The video ends with a call to action, inviting viewers to DM or comment if they relate to the situation.

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You're self-managing your rental. I get it. You're trying to save money. But let me ask you, how many hours last month did you spend dealing with your tenant or with the house? Now multiply that by your hourly you're currently making at your actual job. Are you still saving money? A property manager costs less than that one bad tenant situation. One eviction can cost you thousands. A missed lease renewal can cost you more. I'm not saying you can't do it. I'm saying, is it worth it? If this sounds like your situation, slide into our DMs or feel free to comment below.