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Low Cost Property Management Software Reviews
- Which is Best for You? PART 2

Are you looking for a low cost property management software that comes with world class features? In this Part 2 of our Property Management Software Reviews, we will compare 3 of the top rated property management software (Quicken, LandlordMax, Buildium) and help you choose the best one for your needs.

Do you know how these software fare when it comes to ease of use and features?
If No,
Click here for Part 1 of this Low Cost Property Management Software Reviews first.


3. Value for Money - Is the Software Actually Worth its Price Tag?

No matter what you are buying, the price will always play a crucial part. For us this is easily summed up by two words: good and affordable. Every rental property software that we test has to meet our strict requirements depending on its price range. If we are lucky, we may even discover an excellent software that is going for dirt cheap.

Buildium: 9 / 10 Price: $9.99 to $49.99+ per month

Since Buildium is a web based software, you will be paying a monthly fee depending on the number of your rental properties. Buildium offers amazing value in 2 ways: you get an exhaustive list of advanced, time-saving functions plus Buildium users enjoy big savings off landlord services such as accepting online payments and credit reports.

LandlordMax: 9 / 10 Price: $165

If you have a slightly larger budget, then LandlordMax will be an excellent choice for you. In exchange for paying a bit more, you will be getting a big bundle of highly helpful features such as detailed reports, late fee calculators and a full blown database. These valuable functions are rarely found in low cost property management software under $300.

Quicken: 8 / 10 Price: $149.99

With the average property management software going for hundreds of dollars, Quicken's cheap price is highly seductive. Out of all the under $150 rental property software we have reviewed, Quicken is the only solid performer that comes all the necessary features that a landlord will need. The others are either too buggy or lack critical functions.

4. Overall Score - Which Software is Right for What Type of User?

After spending a few weeks testing these to compare property management software, it's clear there is no one-size-fits-all program that is perfect for everyone. Rather the perfect software for you will depend heavily on your own needs, commitment level and number of rental properties that is under your belt. Read on for our specific recommendations:

Buildium: 8.7 / 10

Buildium's unmatched features and full range of add-on services makes a dream for any power user. If you are a professional property manager or landlord who has to grapple with more than 25 rental properties, this is the software for you. It even out performs some of the specially customised software going for thousands of dollars.

LandlordMax: 8.5 / 10

While LandlordMax's powerful features are mainly aimed at landlords with more than 10 rental properties, its ease of use makes it an excellent choice even for first timers who are serious about their rental business and want to do things right from the start. This is also the ideal low cost property management software for the average property manager.


Quicken: 8 / 10

If you are a new landlord or part time property manager with less than 10 rental properties, then Quicken Rental Property Manager is probably the program for you. With Quicken you will not only get a respectable property management software but also gain access to a complete personal accounting solution.

Do you want more details and information these low cost property management software? Scroll below for our complete property management software reviews:

Buildium Mini Logo Click Here for Our Full Review of Buildium Property Management.

LandlordMax Mini Logo Click Here for Our Full Review of LandlordMax Property Management.

Quicken Mini Logo  Click Here for Our Full Review of Quicken Rental Property Manager.


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