There are important differences when
Comparing property managers
Unsure what to look for in a property manager? Not all professionals are equal. Below you will find helpful charts comparing typical industry practice with our way of doing things.
Fee comparison*
Fee anchors: Albuquerque $350 + 10.79% · Colorado Springs $350 + 10% · East Valley (Gilbert) $350 + 7% · West Valley (Goodyear) $350 + 7%. Last reviewed: 2026-09-06.
| Item | Brickleys | Industry standard |
|---|---|---|
| New Account Setup Fee | $0 | Up to $500 |
| Transfer Fee (Vacant Home) | $0 | Up to 1 month's rent |
| Transfer Fee (6+ month Lease) | $0 | Up to 1 month's rent |
| Transfer Fee (Less than 6 month Lease) | $250 - $350 | Up to 1 month's rent |
| Advertising Fee | $0 | $15 - $50/mo or flat rate up to $250 |
| Vacancy Fee | $0 | $100/mo and up |
| Leasing Fee | $350 | Up to 1 month's rent |
| Base Management Fee | 7% to 10% | 7% to 10% + 6% Lease Commission |
| Service Coordination Fee | $0 | Invoice Markup or Flat Rate |
| Maintenance Reserve | Up to 1 Month's Rent | 1 Month's Rent and up |
Fees vs. value
As good as the above comparison may look to you (and your bank account), it is critical to understand, Brickleys does not compete on fees. It is possible (and likely) that some competitors can offer lower fees. Fine by us. We are not trying to be the “cheapest” option as a way to gain your business. We compete for your business by offering the most value for what you do pay.
Trying to undercut the competition will always lead to burn-out and ultimately your property will suffer from substandard services. Trying to bloat the services with unnecessary add-ins (or pretend there are different acceptable levels of service to offer) in order to charge more, is simply not fair to you.
While our fees may be affected by individual market conditions, broader economic factors, and evolving industry standards, we will always be clear, transparent, and fair while offer premium value.
Feature-packed service adds value
Below is a look at many of the features that come standard with our services. No add-ons or upselling.
| Feature | Brickleys | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Before & After HD Inspection Video/Photos | Yes | No |
| Written Inspection Reports | Yes | Yes |
| HD Video Tour for Tenant Prospects | Yes | No |
| Gallery or Photo Tour | Yes | Yes |
| Advertising to Top Rental Sites Included | Yes | No |
| Advertising for Additional Fees | No | Yes |
| Automated Weekly Vacancy ReportsShows how much interest your home is getting and how many times it has been viewed. | Yes | No |
| Technology-based & Convenient Showing System | Yes | No |
| In-office Key Check-out Showing System | No | Yes |
| Online/Electronic Application Process | Yes | No |
| National Criminal, Credit & Rental Screening Included | Yes | No |
| Additional Fees for Tenant Screening | No | Yes |
| Pay Rent Online via Credit Card or Bank Draft | Yes | No |
| Pay Rent In-Office | Yes | Yes |
| Online Real-time Maintenance Issue Reporting | Yes | No |
| Phone or In-office Maintenance Issue Reporting | Yes | Yes |
| After-hours Maintenance Request Handling | Yes | No |
| After-hours Emergency Handling | Yes | Yes |
| Emphasis on Eco-Friendly Office Environment | Yes | No |
| Off-site Data Storage and Backup | Yes | No |
| Automatic Monthly Reporting with 24/7 Owner Access | Yes | No |
| Franchise-owner-operated officesEach Brickleys office is franchise-owner-operated, with people in your market. Operators go through training so the same standards apply in every city we serve. | Yes | No |
| Shared tools that benefit clientsOffices use the same technology, training, and support so owners and tenants get consistent service — listings, portals, and reporting stay in one system. | Yes | No |
*The asterisk in the room… Business models and fee structures can change. Some competitors may offer more features or fewer fees than represented here. However, we have found the above representations to be a fair picture of the industry in general. The fact is, it is difficult to change operations if you've been doing it one way for many years. Unless you build a business around an adaptive mentality (like we did), it is easy to get stuck in "this is how it's always been done".
Furthermore, our features and fees are subject to change. However, we will never change without clearly communicating it to our customers. Our goal is always to offer the most value in the services you get. Rest assured, if something changes, you will benefit either directly or indirectly. While we remain committed to industry flexibility, Brickleys is not in the habit of charging for things for the sake of it. So, be sure to talk to your local office to make sure you have the latest information (our website staff may have been slow with an update).