There is a breakeven point where you can charge almost as much money for less people and thereby reduce your risk/hassles/cleaning/damages/parties/EtcYou just gotta figure out what that is for your area.... 

A buyers agent will not charge you anything and they will take all the hassle out of process and surely make sure everything is in order.

They have to charge for their time.Also assume that all systems are going to need repair/replacement.

I'm curious what animals you allow in your properties, guys, and do you charge non-refundable deposits or any type of fees?

It may sound nice to pay a 5% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no add-on fees.

If they do leave, its good for you as you can then charge any new tenants full market rates of $300-400.Another thing - any lots that have "extras" pay more.  

One thing to remember......most foundation contractors know that people are scared to death of anything related to the foundation and they will charge accordingly - usually outrageously so!

In Indiana when I tried to engage an attorney they wanted to charge me $300 per hour, etc. 

Specially when using a hard money lender that charges you 12 percent interest only on loan.

A company might add a "commission" on top of the agreed upon price; plus they tack on extra closing costs that you are not aware of until you see the HUD1 at closing (like a double title policy charge).