If you’ve ever tried renting out your property, you already know the drill. Finding good tenants isn’t easy — and it gets even harder when property management companies tack on surprise charges: setup fees here, photography fees there, inspection costs, screening charges… the list goes on.
Before you know it, hundreds of dollars are gone before the property even gets leased.
According to Zillow, the average rental property in the U.S. sits vacant for 23 days before a tenant moves in. Every day costs you money — and if you’re also paying fees upfront, that’s money lost before rent even starts flowing.
At Next Brick, we’ve spoken to countless owners who said the same thing: “I feel like I’m nickel-and-dimed at every step.” That frustration is exactly why we built a simpler, smarter way to handle Lease-Only Services.
What Most Property Managers Charge (and Why It’s a Problem)
Let’s break down what “lease-only” usually looks like in the industry:
Service | Other Companies | Next Brick |
Property Setup Fees | $200 – $500 | Included |
Professional Photography | $150 – $300 | Included |
Property Inspection | $150 – $250 | Included |
Tenant Screening Charges | $40 – $75 | Included |
Leasing Fee | 50% – 100% of 1st Month’s Rent | 100% of 1st Month’s Rent – All-Inclusive |
On average, an owner can spend $600–$1,000 in add-on charges just to get a tenant placed. With Next Brick, you pay a single flat fee and get it all.
Everything You Need, Covered
Here’s what you actually get included in our Lease-Only Services:
Professional Photography – High-quality photos attract 3x more renters and reduce vacancy days.
Property Marketing – Listed on Zillow, Apartments.com, Trulia, Next Brick, and more. (Did you know 76% of renters start their search online? Visibility is everything.)
Tenant Screening – Background, credit, and rental history checks.
Property Showings – On-demand scheduling means more potential renters through the door, faster.
Lease Preparation & Signing – We handle the paperwork, you stay stress-free.
Customizable Screening Criteria: You set the standards with us before we list your property, guaranteeing you’re satisfied with the tenant we place.
A Quick Story: Meet Jacob
Jacob owns a rental in Seattle. She first hired a company that charged:
$395 setup fee
$395 for photos
$50 per tenant screening
By the time her home was leased, she was down $840 before rent even hit her account.
When her lease came up again, she tried Next Brick. She paid a flat 100% of the first month’s rent—and got everything included. No extras, no surprises. She said:
“Honestly, it felt too easy. I finally felt like someone was on my side.”
3 Things to Look For in a Lease-Only Service
Whether you choose Next Brick or not, here are a few things every property owner should keep in mind:
Transparent Pricing – Make sure you know all fees upfront. If you’re seeing setup or inspection fees, ask, “Why?”
Flexibility in Tenant Screening – The right partner lets you decide the standards (income, credit score, etc.), so you feel confident in your renters.
Speed of Leasing – A property sitting vacant is money lost. According to Rentec Direct, even a single month of vacancy can wipe out 8–10% of your annual rental income.
Why Choosing the Right Tenant Matters More Than Anything
Most owners think the biggest expense in leasing is vacancy or fees, but the real cost often comes from placing the wrong tenant. According to TransUnion, the average eviction can cost landlords $3,500 and take up to 3 weeks. Beyond the financial hit, problem tenants bring stress, property damage, and legal hassles. That’s why proper screening isn’t optional — it’s essential. At Next Brick, we not only handle screening, but we also let you set the criteria with us before listing. This way, you’re confident that every applicant we bring is aligned with your standards, reducing risks and protecting your investment.
Why Next Brick Is Different
We’re not trying to pile on fees—we’re trying to get your property rented, fast and stress-free. With one flat leasing fee, everything is included. You know what you’re paying, and you know exactly what you’re getting.
It’s property management made simple.
Ready to Rent Your Property Without the Hassle?
At Next Brick, we make leasing easy, transparent, and predictable. No surprises, no hidden costs—just a smooth process that gets you tenants you’ll trust.
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