Own a rental property in the Riviera Maya? Professional management maximizes your income while you're away.
Management Services
- Airbnb/Booking management: Listing optimization, guest communication, check-in/out, cleaning — $200–$500/month + 15–25% of revenue
- Long-term rental: Tenant screening, lease management, rent collection — 8–12% of monthly rent
- Maintenance: AC servicing, pool care, pest control, hurricane prep — $150–$400/month
- Financial reporting: Monthly income/expense statements, tax documentation
Airbnb Income Potential
| Property | Nightly Rate | Occupancy | Monthly Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1BR Condo (PDC) | $80–$120 | 75% | $1,800–$2,700 |
| 2BR Villa (Tulum) | $150–$250 | 70% | $3,150–$5,250 |
| Boutique Suite | $200–$350 | 80% | $4,800–$8,400 |
Why Professional Management
- 30–50% higher revenue vs self-managed
- Tropical maintenance prevents expensive damage
- Guest reviews improve with professional service
- Legal compliance (SAT reporting, tourist tax)
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Management Cost Breakdown
| Service | Cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Rental management fee | 15–25% of gross | Monthly |
| Cleaning (per turnover) | $500–$1,500 MXN | Per guest |
| Pool maintenance | $2,000–$4,000/month | Weekly service |
| Garden maintenance | $1,500–$3,000/month | Bi-weekly |
| Pest control | $800–$1,500 | Monthly |
| Deep cleaning | $2,000–$5,000 | Quarterly |
| A/C service | $1,500–$3,000/unit | Semi-annual |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rental management: 15–25% of gross rental income. Maintenance-only management: $3,000–$8,000 MXN/month. Full-service (rental + maintenance + billing + guest management): 20–30%. Our recommendation: full-service if you're abroad — saves time and prevents problems.
Guest communication and check-in/out, cleaning coordination, maintenance and repairs, Airbnb/VRBO listing management, pricing optimization, linen service, pool/garden maintenance, utility payments, HOA liaison, annual maintenance inspections.
Possible with smart home tech (smart locks, cameras, remote A/C control) but challenging. Common problems: emergency repairs, guest complaints, cleaning no-shows. 90% of our foreign clients use professional management. It costs 20–25% of revenue but prevents 100% of the headaches.
Check: years in business (3+ minimum), portfolio size (not overloaded — max 30 properties per manager), reference from other owners, transparent financial reporting, 24/7 emergency response, legal compliance (RNT registration), and clear contract terms including termination clause.
Gross rental: $500,000–$1,500,000 MXN/year for a 2-bed in PDC. Less management (20%): -$100,000–$300,000. Less operating costs: -$120,000–$250,000. Net income: $280,000–$950,000/year (5–10% yield on investment). Property appreciation adds 8–15% annually on top.