1st Rate Rentals

1st Rate Rentals helps property owners maximize rental income, reduce vacancy, and eliminate the stress of day-to-day management.

Serving owners since 1995, we provide a full-service, all-inclusive property management solution with transparent pricing—no hidden fees and no nickel-and-diming.

What Makes Us Different

• No maintenance markups or kickbacks – we never profit from repairs on your property
• No required vendors – use your own contractors, a home warranty, or handle repairs yourself
• Agent showings only – we do not use lockboxes or allow self-showings
• Transparent, all-inclusive pricing – no surprise fees

Full-Service Management from Start to Finish

We handle every aspect of the rental process, including:

Marketing & Tenant Placement

• Professional marketing across major platforms including Zillow, Trulia, HotPads, and more
• Custom property floor plans
• In-person agent showings for qualified prospects

Comprehensive Tenant Screening

• Credit, eviction, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and criminal background checks
• Income verification (minimum 3x rent)
• Rental history verification

Leasing & Legal Compliance

• Professionally prepared leases, addenda, and notices
• Lease renewals and month-to-month tenancy management
• 3-day, 30-day, and 60-day notices handled properly

Property Oversight & Inspections

• Detailed move-in and move-out inspections with photos
• Annual interior inspections prior to lease renewal
• Periodic drive-by inspections during tenancy

Maintenance Coordination

• 24/7 maintenance line available for tenants (optional at owner’s request)
• Repairs handled with licensed and insured vendors
• All work completed with owner notification and approval

Owner Convenience & Reporting

• Monthly rent collection and detailed financial reporting
• Owner portal with access to statements and documents
• ACH direct deposit at no cost
• Year-end 1099 and annual cash flow reporting

At 1st Rate Rentals, our goal is simple: provide a reliable, transparent, and efficient management experience so you can focus on your investment—not the headaches that come with it.

Let us know how we can help.