Sunday May 25, 2025
SS231: Hire a Property Manager or Self Manage

Should you manage your rental property yourself or hire a property manager?
In this episode of Strategy Saturday, Charles Carillo shares key insights from his 6 years of self-management experience and explains when it’s time to delegate property operations. Discover the pros and cons of each approach, the true cost of control, and a third “hybrid model” that gives you the best of both worlds.
You’ll learn:
• What property managers actually do—and what they charge
• How to evaluate if self-management is right for you
• The biggest mistakes new landlords make
• How to set up systems if you manage rentals remotely
• Tips for outsourcing CapEx, maintenance, and tenant communications
Whether you're just starting your real estate journey or scaling into multiple markets, this episode will help you align your property management strategy with your business goals and personal freedom.
🔗 Listen to Related Episodes:
- SS27: What Does A Property Manager Do? Do I Really Need One? - https://youtu.be/tFtFdGf6I0U
- SS43: What Do Multifamily Property Managers Charge? - https://youtu.be/xHuii8eaOZ0
- SS82: How to Hire the Right Property Manager for Your Properties - https://youtu.be/y0qRx-jrDt8
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