Property managers provide peace of mind by taking care of rental properties for owners who don't have time or are unable to check on them regularly. They screen and interview tenants, conduct background and credit checks, inspect properties, collect and deposit rent, and address maintenance issues. For a percentage of monthly rent between five and ten percent, property managers handle many responsibilities of being a landlord, protecting investments and properties. Their services are worth the cost for those who do not live near their rental properties.