Real Property Management is a residential property management franchise offering recurring revenue potential through ongoing rental management. Investors help property-owner clients care for assets and support residents through leasing, rent collection, and maintenance coordination. Work hands-on or lead associates, launching or converting a business and growing managed portfolios while meeting applicable licensing requirements. Support includes Sure Start coaching, operating systems, marketing resources, property management technology, and the Neighborly® network as your property management business develops.
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Recurring Revenue Potential: Build ongoing management relationships with rental-property owners, creating recurring revenue potential through property management fees, supplemented by leasing and other approved services.
Flexible Leadership Model: Take an active role in daily operations or lead associates who deliver services. Focus on client relationships, service quality, and business development.
Comprehensive Property Services: Help property-owner clients manage leasing, resident screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and property oversight.
Technology-Enabled Operations: Use property management accounting, task management, and lead management tools to organize work and maintain visibility into your business.
Scalable Growth: Add properties under management and develop your associates as your business grows. Qualified investors can explore additional territories, subject to approval and availability.
Real Property Management combines specialized property management systems with the Neighborly Advantage—marketing expertise, purchasing power, technology, and a connected franchise community.
Property-Owner Focus: Build relationships by helping clients care for their rental properties, understand performance, and pursue their long-term financial goals.
Connected Investor Community: Exchange practical advice with fellow Real Property Management franchise investors and connect with other Neighborly brands for networking and potential referrals.
Purchasing Power: Access participating supplier programs through ProTradeNet®, including negotiated pricing and rebates on qualifying purchases.
Wealth Optimizer: Use the brand’s tool to support conversations about rental-property performance and the value of professional management.
Technology With Practical Value: Access online systems for property accounting, customer engagement, task management, and lead tracking to help associates work efficiently and keep information organized.
Real Property Management provides marketing resources and expert guidance to help franchise investors attract property-owner clients and build local recognition.
Marketing Plans and Playbooks: Use a customized marketing plan, playbooks, and coaching to guide your marketing decisions.
Branded Materials: Access print and digital resources to communicate Real Property Management’s services and value to prospective clients.
Local Website Presence: Help property owners discover and contact your business through a localized brand website.
Digital Marketing Resources: Access support and resources for digital advertising, social media, and email marketing.
National Brand Marketing: Benefit from national marketing initiatives and resources that build awareness of Real Property Management.
Owner-Led Local Advertising: Apply available tools, materials, and expert guidance to your market. Franchise investors manage and fund local advertising separately from the Marketing, Advertising and Promotion (MAP) Fund.
Real Property Management prepares franchise investors to operate their businesses through startup coaching, systems training, and ongoing guidance.
Sure Start Coaching: Work with a Sure Start Business Coach to prepare for launch and navigate business setup.
Licensing Preparation: Complete the required pre-training steps, including securing a real estate license and sponsoring broker as specified in the franchise’s training requirements.
Business and Systems Training: Learn property management operations, accounting processes, and the technology used to manage your business.
Ongoing Business Coach: Receive guidance after launch as you address operational questions, develop associates, and pursue growth opportunities.
Continued Learning: Build your knowledge through online learning resources and ongoing training opportunities.
Property Management Technology: Receive training on approved software, including AppFolio, to help organize property accounting and record income and expenses.
Qualified veterans receive a 15% discount on the initial franchise fee through VetFran®. As a Founding Member of VetFran®, Neighborly and Molly Maid supports Veterans through dedicated resources and personalized guidance provided by our Director of Military Relations. This includes assistance throughout the exploration, journey, and onboarding phases, ensuring veterans have the tools and support they need to succeed within our organization and beyond.
Real Property Management® Jeff Pepperney
Real Property Management® Franchise Owners Colin and Debbie O'Connell Talk About Their Experience
Watch this 20-minute conversation where Army Veteran Alice Garcia shares her experience as a Real Property Management franchisee. Real Property Management is part of the Neighborly family of brands.
Alice Garcia, franchise owner of Real Property Management First Class, was awarded the Franchisee Excellence Award in 2026 for achieving rapid growth in just over two years, surpassing multiple peer groups and coaches while managing more than 100 units.
Brad Stevenson, Neighborly’s chief development officer, said, “Joining a franchise network like Neighborly provides entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to launch and grow their business effectively and successfully. Having the support of a network like Neighborly can help make your dreams of owning a business a reality."
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