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Own the Property.
We’ll Handle the
Management.
Full-service property management built around your property, your priorities, and a simpler ownership experience.
We Handle What Ownership Demands.
Discover our full service management designed to maximize your property's potential
Day-to-Day Management

We manage the details, communication, renewals, and ongoing needs of your property.
Maintenance & Repairs

We coordinate maintenance and repairs so problems get handled without becoming your problem.
Rent Collection & Reporting

We handle rent collection and keep you informed with clear, consistent reporting.
Tenant Placement & Screening

We find and screen qualified tenants so your property is in good hands.
We Handle What Ownership Demands.
Discover our full service management designed to maximize your property's potential
Day-to-Day Management

We manage the details, communication, renewals, and ongoing needs of your property.
Maintenance & Repairs

We coordinate maintenance and repairs so problems get handled without becoming your problem.
Rent Collection & Reporting

We handle rent collection and keep you informed with clear, consistent reporting.
Tenant Placement & Screening

We find and screen qualified tenants so your property is in good hands.
We Handle What Ownership Demands.
Discover our full service management designed to maximize your property's potential
Day-to-Day Management

We manage the details, communication, renewals, and ongoing needs of your property.
Maintenance & Repairs

We coordinate maintenance and repairs so problems get handled without becoming your problem.
Rent Collection & Reporting

We handle rent collection and keep you informed with clear, consistent reporting.
Tenant Placement & Screening

We find and screen qualified tenants so your property is in good hands.
Your Property Deserves More Than a Property Manager.
We built our management model around the homeowner with personal attention, clear communication, and a system designed to keep ownership simple.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.
Your Property Deserves More Than a Property Manager.
We built our management model around the homeowner with personal attention, clear communication, and a system designed to keep ownership simple.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.
Your Property Deserves More Than a Property Manager.
We built our management model around the homeowner with personal attention, clear communication, and a system designed to keep ownership simple.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.

A Limited Portfolio
We intentionally keep our portfolio limited so our team has the time to give each property the attention it deserves.

Know what you're paying.
One flat monthly management fee, without a percentage that changes every time your rent changes.

Built by Nashville real estate professionals.
We understand the Nashville market and the decisions that come with owning property here.

Know who you're talking to.
Your property has a dedicated relationship manager who knows the details and can help you navigate what comes next.
More of Your Rent Stays Yours.
A Better Way to Pay for Property Management
No percentage tied to your rent. Just one predictable monthly fee, whether your property rents for $5,000 or $15,000.
See how much our clients are saving.
Condo
$5,000 Rent
Townhouse
$10,000 Rent
Single Family Home
$15,000 Rent

Others
Rent
$5,000
Monthly Fee (10%)
$500
Cardinal
Rent
$5,000
Monthly Fee
$445
Annual Savings
with Cardinal Property Management
More of Your Rent Stays Yours.
A Better Way to Pay for Property Management
No percentage tied to your rent. Just one predictable monthly fee, whether your property rents for $5,000 or $15,000.
See how much our clients are saving.
Condo
$5,000 Rent
Townhouse
$10,000 Rent
Single Family Home
$15,000 Rent

Others
Rent
$5,000
Monthly Fee (10%)
$500
Cardinal
Rent
$5,000
Monthly Fee
$445
Annual Savings
with Cardinal Property Management
More of Your Rent Stays Yours.
A Better Way to Pay for Property Management
No percentage tied to your rent. Just one predictable monthly fee, whether your property rents for $5,000 or $15,000.
See how much our clients are saving.
Condo
$5,000 Rent
Townhouse
$10,000 Rent
Single Family Home
$15,000 Rent

Others
Rent
$5,000
Monthly Fee (10%)
$500
Cardinal
Rent
$5,000
Monthly Fee
$445
Annual Savings
with Cardinal Property Management
Straightforward Pricing.
No Surprises.
Full-service property management with one predictable monthly fee, so you always know what you're paying.
Single Property
Portfolio
01. Flight
Leasing Only
One Month's Rent
Get the right tenant in place, then take ownership from there.
Rental pricing & market analysis
Professional listing photography
Marketing on leading rental platforms
Tenant screening
Lease preparation & execution
Move-in inspection & documentation
Security deposit & first month's rent collection
Complete tenant file handoff
Management takeover
Monthly rent collection & disbursement
Tenant communication & support
Maintenance coordination
Proactive property inspections
Monthly owner statements & 1099 reporting
Bill pay & home warranty coordination
Lease renewals & rent strategy
Move-out & turn coordination
Owner & tenant portal
03. Nest Plus
Leasing + Property Management
$445/Month
+ One-time leasing fee of one month's rent
From finding the right tenant to managing the home, Cardinal handles everything.
Rental pricing & market analysis
Professional listing & marketing
Property showings
Tenant screening & selection
Lease preparation & execution
Move-in inspection & documentation
Monthly rent collection & disbursement
Maintenance coordination
Proactive property inspections
Lease renewals & rent strategy
Owner reporting & 1099
One Cardinal team from leasing through ongoing management
Popular
Straightforward Pricing.
No Surprises.
Full-service property management with one predictable monthly fee, so you always know what you're paying.
Single Property
Portfolio
01. Flight
Leasing Only
One Month's Rent
Get the right tenant in place, then take ownership from there.
Rental pricing & market analysis
Professional listing photography
Marketing on leading rental platforms
Tenant screening
Lease preparation & execution
Move-in inspection & documentation
Security deposit & first month's rent collection
Complete tenant file handoff
Management takeover
Monthly rent collection & disbursement
Tenant communication & support
Maintenance coordination
Proactive property inspections
Monthly owner statements & 1099 reporting
Bill pay & home warranty coordination
Lease renewals & rent strategy
Move-out & turn coordination
Owner & tenant portal
03. Nest Plus
Leasing + Property Management
$445/Month
+ One-time leasing fee of one month's rent
From finding the right tenant to managing the home, Cardinal handles everything.
Rental pricing & market analysis
Professional listing & marketing
Property showings
Tenant screening & selection
Lease preparation & execution
Move-in inspection & documentation
Monthly rent collection & disbursement
Maintenance coordination
Proactive property inspections
Lease renewals & rent strategy
Owner reporting & 1099
One Cardinal team from leasing through ongoing management
Popular
Straightforward Pricing.
No Surprises.
Full-service property management with one predictable monthly fee, so you always know what you're paying.
Single Property
Portfolio
01. Flight
Leasing Only
One Month's Rent
Get the right tenant in place, then take ownership from there.
Rental pricing & market analysis
Professional listing photography
Marketing on leading rental platforms
Tenant screening
Lease preparation & execution
Move-in inspection & documentation
Security deposit & first month's rent collection
Complete tenant file handoff
Management takeover
Monthly rent collection & disbursement
Tenant communication & support
Maintenance coordination
Proactive property inspections
Monthly owner statements & 1099 reporting
Bill pay & home warranty coordination
Lease renewals & rent strategy
Move-out & turn coordination
Owner & tenant portal
03. Nest Plus
Leasing + Property Management
$445/Month
+ One-time leasing fee of one month's rent
From finding the right tenant to managing the home, Cardinal handles everything.
Rental pricing & market analysis
Professional listing & marketing
Property showings
Tenant screening & selection
Lease preparation & execution
Move-in inspection & documentation
Monthly rent collection & disbursement
Maintenance coordination
Proactive property inspections
Lease renewals & rent strategy
Owner reporting & 1099
One Cardinal team from leasing through ongoing management
Popular
About Us
Built by Nashville Real Estate Professionals
Cardinal was founded by Tim Schmid and Sam Gray, two Nashville real estate professionals who saw an opportunity to do property management differently.
We combine local real estate experience with a hands-on approach to managing every property we take on with clear communication, personal attention, and a team you can actually reach.
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Owner Retention Rate
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Years Serving Nashville
Years Serving Nashville

Sam Gray
Sam Gray
Tim Schmid
Next step
Our Onboarding Process
From first conversation to fully leased, every step is handled with precision, strategy, and stewardship so ownership feels seamless from the day we meet.
1.
Discovery Consultation
We learn about your property, goals, and what you need from a management partner.
2.
Property Preparation
We prepare your property with the right pricing, photography, and marketing strategy.
3.
Marketing & Tenant Placement
We market the property, manage showings, screen applicants, and help place the right tenant.
4.
Management Launch
Once leased, we take care of rent, maintenance, communication, and the day-to-day management.
Testimonial
In Their Own Words
Nashville homeowners, investors, and realtors on what it's been like to partner with Cardinal Property Management.
I have had an outstanding experience with the Cardinal Property Management group. Their team is professional, responsive, and truly committed to providing exceptional services. Every interaction has been handled with courtesy, efficiency and attention to the detail. A BIG thank you to the Cardinal team!

Christian S
These guys are the best! So much better than my old property managers. Quick to respond, easy communication, good people, understanding, seriously everything. Highly recommend!!

Blake F
Sam is one of the most professional and intentional people I know. The way he goes about his business is truly an extension of himself and his heart for serving!

Teague H
As a Nashville real estate agent, I send clients to Cardinal Property Management with zero hesitation. Communication is fast, follow-through is consistent, and the level of service is genuinely white-glove which matters a lot when you’re handing off an owner or tenant you care about. They treat every property like it’s their own. Hard to find this kind of operation in Nashville.

Ryan M
Cardinal was hands down the best property management company in the Greater Nashville and Franklin areas! From start to finish, it was a true white-glove experience. Tim and Sam were incredibly kind, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure my clients were taken care of. They truly treated them like family!

Calen S
I have had an outstanding experience with the Cardinal Property Management group. Their team is professional, responsive, and truly committed to providing exceptional services. Every interaction has been handled with courtesy, efficiency and attention to the detail. A BIG thank you to the Cardinal team!

Christian S
These guys are the best! So much better than my old property managers. Quick to respond, easy communication, good people, understanding, seriously everything. Highly recommend!!

Blake F
Sam is one of the most professional and intentional people I know. The way he goes about his business is truly an extension of himself and his heart for serving!

Teague H
As a Nashville real estate agent, I send clients to Cardinal Property Management with zero hesitation. Communication is fast, follow-through is consistent, and the level of service is genuinely white-glove which matters a lot when you’re handing off an owner or tenant you care about. They treat every property like it’s their own. Hard to find this kind of operation in Nashville.

Ryan M
Cardinal was hands down the best property management company in the Greater Nashville and Franklin areas! From start to finish, it was a true white-glove experience. Tim and Sam were incredibly kind, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure my clients were taken care of. They truly treated them like family!

Calen S
I have had an outstanding experience with the Cardinal Property Management group. Their team is professional, responsive, and truly committed to providing exceptional services. Every interaction has been handled with courtesy, efficiency and attention to the detail. A BIG thank you to the Cardinal team!

Christian S
These guys are the best! So much better than my old property managers. Quick to respond, easy communication, good people, understanding, seriously everything. Highly recommend!!

Blake F
Sam is one of the most professional and intentional people I know. The way he goes about his business is truly an extension of himself and his heart for serving!

Teague H
As a Nashville real estate agent, I send clients to Cardinal Property Management with zero hesitation. Communication is fast, follow-through is consistent, and the level of service is genuinely white-glove which matters a lot when you’re handing off an owner or tenant you care about. They treat every property like it’s their own. Hard to find this kind of operation in Nashville.

Ryan M
Cardinal was hands down the best property management company in the Greater Nashville and Franklin areas! From start to finish, it was a true white-glove experience. Tim and Sam were incredibly kind, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure my clients were taken care of. They truly treated them like family!

Calen S
A Better Property Management Experience Starts With the Right Partner.
A Better Property Management Experience Starts With the Right Partner.
A Better Property Management Experience Starts With the Right Partner.
FAQ
Find quick answers to the most frequently asked questions.
01
What does Cardinal actually handle?
We handle the day-to-day work that comes with owning a rental property, from tenant placement and screening to rent collection, maintenance, inspections, renewals, and ongoing communication.
You own the property. We handle the management.
02
How much does property management cost?
03
I already have a tenant. Can Cardinal take over?
04
What happens when something breaks?
05
How often will I hear from Cardinal?
06
Why don't we manage every home that comes our way?
