What Property Management Inc. does

Property Management Inc. (PMI), founded in 2008 and headquartered in Lehi, Utah, is the largest property management franchisor in the United States, operating through a network of over 400 independently owned and operated locations that collectively oversee approximately $5 billion in assets under management. The company delivers services across five core pillars—residential, multifamily, commercial, association, and short-term rental management—plus realty brokerage, an agent referral program, and a national partner program. Its technology stack is anchored by Rentvine as the primary property management software, the PMI Syndicated Network for listing distribution (covering Zillow, Trulia, and other rental portals), 24/7 tenant and owner portals, and the proprietary Ready-Select-Protect-Renew four-step operational framework.

PMI monetizes primarily as a franchisor: corporate revenue derives from upfront franchise fees, ongoing royalties, technology and training services, while franchisees generate end-customer revenue through recurring management fees (typically a percentage of monthly rent), one-time tenant placement fees, and ancillary services such as eviction protection and on-time rent guarantees. Distribution is dual-channel: consumer acquisition through a national brand campaign ('House and Chain,' 2026) and the Find a Property Manager web tool, and franchise sales through a dedicated pmifranchising.com portal. Recent technology integrations include WanderOS for AI-powered direct booking in short-term rentals and Blanket for an agentic Owner Experience Platform targeting churn reduction and revenue optimization.

Name

Property Management Inc.

Legal name

Property Management Inc.

Website

https://propertymanagementinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Property Management Inc. is the largest US property management franchisor, operating 400+ independently owned locations delivering residential, multifamily, commercial, association, and short-term rental services across five pillars.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lehi

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Property Management Services: Full-service property management for residential, commercial, association, multifamily, and short-term rental properties. Revenue generated through management fees charged to property owners.
2. Tenant Placement: Screening and placing qualified tenants in rental properties. Fees charged for tenant placement services.
3. Franchise Fees: Revenue from franchisees who pay for the right to operate under the PMI brand, receiving systems, training, technology, and national brand support.
4. Realty Services: Real estate buying and selling services for property owners, including market analysis, home repair/staging recommendations, and marketing plans.
5. Referral Program: Nationwide network pays referrals for residential, commercial, association, and short-term rental leads. Referrers include agents and brokers.
6. Acquisitions: PMI acquires existing property management companies and integrates them into the franchise network, generating growth through M&A.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Property Management Inc. (PMI) franchises a full suite of property management services — including residential, multifamily, commercial, association (HOA), and short-term rental management — plus realty services, delivered through a network of more than 400 franchise locations across the United States. Founded in 2008 by Steve Hart and headquartered in Lehi, Utah, PMI combines standardized operating processes with centralized technology, training, and vendor partnerships.

Product overview

Property Management Inc. (PMI) operates as a property management franchisor offering five core service pillars: residential, multifamily, commercial, association, and short-term rental property management. The company provides these services through over 400 independently owned and operated franchise locations across the United States. In addition to core management services, PMI offers realty services for buying and selling properties, franchise ownership opportunities, agent referral programs, and national partner collaborations. The product portfolio includes proprietary tools such as Rent vs. Sell Calculator, ROI Calculator, Vacancy Loss Calculator, and Free Rental Analysis to support property owners in investment decisions. PMI also offers protective services including an Eviction Protection Plan (covering eviction costs up to $2,000) and an On-Time Rent Guarantee (ensuring owner payments by the 10th business day). Technology-enabled features include 24/7 Online Tenant Portal and 24/7 Online Owner Portal for streamlined communication and financial management. The company leverages Rentvine as its property management software platform for listing syndication. PMI Global Stays represents PMI's own online travel agency brand for short-term rentals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PMI Global Stays: PMI's own online travel agency for short-term rental properties, providing booking capabilities and guest experiences.

Products and services

• Residential Property Management
• Multifamily Property Management
• Commercial Property Management
• Homeowners Association (HOA) Management
• Short-Term Rental Management
• Realty Services
• PMI Franchise Ownership

Named customers6 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WandercoreTechnology or Integration · 15 June 2026Strategic partnership with Wander, the leading travel marketplace for vacation homes. WanderOS platform provides conversion-optimized direct booking websites, automated guest marketing, and AI-powered distribution to help PMI franchise partners increase direct bookings, improve marketing performance, and enhance guest experience in short-term rentals. WanderOS has powered over $75 million in bookings across 5,000+ properties.
• BlanketcoreTechnology or Integration · 21 May 2026Partnership with Blanket, the first-of-its-kind agentic Owner Experience Platform. AI-powered platform helps property managers reduce owner churn, unlock new revenue opportunities, and deliver modern data-driven client experience. Named NARPM 2025 Affiliate of the Year. Blanket currently supports over $30B in Assets Under Management on its platform.
• XploriecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2025Partnership with Xplorie, the nation's leading provider of free-to-guest activity programs for lodging brands. Delivers premier local experiences to travelers staying at PMI-managed short-term rentals. Helps franchise partners drive more bookings by offering unforgettable experiences with every stay while elevating guest experience and delivering value to property owners.
• GuestycoreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive partnership with Guesty, a premier property management software specifically designed for vacation rental managers. Collaboration unites two industry leaders to elevate the global standard for short-term rentals.
• BeHome247coreTechnology or IntegrationPreferred partner for enabling Short-Term Rental success. Provides access to automated workflows for housekeeping, guest communications, and other STR management operations.
• CredHubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with CredHub, a leader in rental credit reporting solutions, to bring credit-building options to PMI franchise business owners and their residents. Helps residents build credit while creating competitive advantage for franchisees.
• RentvinecoreTechnology or IntegrationEmerging proptech innovator selected as comprehensive property management software. Used for marketing properties and syndicating listings to rental sites including Zillow and Trulia.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pmicorp
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@pmicorp
• Facebookfacebook.com/PMICorporate
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pmicorp
• Instagraminstagram.com/pmicorporate
• TikToktiktok.com/@pmicorporate
• Pinterestpinterest.com/propertymgmtinc

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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