Landlord Services

Our Commitment to You

At Accel Property Management and Investments, we are committed to handling the day-to-day details of your rental investment so you can enjoy your investment without worries.

We use the Texas Association of Realtors Management Agreement as our management contract.

Click here for a sample management agreement.

At Accel Property Management and Investments we provide:

Assistance in Determining an appropriate rent

We utilize our market knowledge to assist you in determining a fair market rent that will be competitive, yet provide you with the highest net return possible on your investment.

Advertising to Find Qualified Tenants

We use a comprehensive approach to advertising to ensure your property is exposed to the maximum number of potential renters. We use the multiple list service (MLS) as well as the Internet. Additional forms of advertising are available as a shared expense.

Tenant Screening Services

All potential tenants fill out a rental application and are screened for their credit history, verification of the income and employment, background check, and a reference from their previous landlord.

Detailed Leases

We handle all aspects of the lease to protect your interests. Click here for a sample lease agreement.

Property Inspections

• We inspect the property at the beginning of a lease with the tenant to ensure the condition of the property.
• We do periodic checks of the property to ensure your property is being maintained.
• At move-out we inspect the property with the tenant.

Click here for a Lease Inventory and Condition Form.

Maintenance Services

We work with a variety of qualified and dependable vendors to ensure that the repairs and maintenance on your property are done in a timely and cost effective manner.

Financial Services

You will receive an itemized statement each month detailing the rent received, management fees, any repairs deducted, and your net profits.

At tax time we take care of the forms necessary for your accountant.

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Property Owners FAQ

Q. How do you qualify a tenant?

A. Each tenant fills out a rental application. We process their application by verifying their income and employment, and by running a credit and background check.

Q. How long is the duration of the lease?

A. We recommend a minimum of a 1-year lease. However, you own the property and we tailor the lease to fit your needs.

Q. What if the tenant doesn't take care of my property?

A. We meet with your tenant prior to renting to them to discuss our expectations of how your home should be cared for. We do periodic checks with your tenant to ensure they are caring for your home. We help protect you by recommending sufficient security deposits and choosing your tenants carefully.

Q. What if the tenant doesn't pay the rent?

A. Tenants who do not pay the rent by the due date are assessed a late fee. We will also call the tenant to determine why the rent is late and to remind the tenant of your expectations of timely payment. If payment is not promptly received on an on-going basis we begin the paperwork process for an eviction after consulting with you.

Q. How will I know what's going on with my property?

A. You will receive monthly statements from us with your rental draw check. In this statement we will update you of any concerns regarding your property. We will also call you if there are areas of concern.

Q. How do you handle repairs and do you require money to be held for possible repairs?

A. We require $200 to be held in your account for potential repairs. For repairs under $200, we will not contact you before repairing. For repairs in excess of this amount, we will contact you prior to authorizing the repair. If we see the need for additional repairs or deferred maintenance that needs to be done, we will contact you.

Q. What types of fees do you charge for managing my property?

A. We charge 10% of the monthly rent.

Q. Is there a separate fee for leasing the property?

A. We charge $400 to lease your property. This fee may be used to compensate a cooperating real estate agent if they provide the renter for your property.

Q. Am I charged a management fee while my property is vacant?

A. No.

Q. Who pays for advertising my house for rent?

A. We pay for MLS advertising and Internet advertising. If you would like newspaper classified advertising or other print media, there will be a shared expense.

Q. How often do you inspect my property?

A. We inspect your property when a tenant moves out and when a new tenant moves in; we also retain the right to inspect your property periodically throughout the year.