Tenant Placement & Leasing Services in Kansas City
Expert tenant screening and placement without a full management contract. Perfect for DIY landlords who want qualified tenants fast.
of First Month’s Rent
Refundable Deposit
Typical Placement
Portfolio Properties
What are leasing only services? Alpine handles marketing, showings, tenant screening, lease preparation, and placement for a one-time fee of 100% of first month’s rent ($500 minimum). A $500 refundable deposit is required before services begin. You remain the property manager after placement — all tenant communication, rent collection, and maintenance are your responsibility. The leasing agreement remains active until your property is placed — typically 14–30 days. There is no ongoing commitment after placement.
Standard Leasing Package
This service begins only after your property is confirmed rent-ready and passes our inspection checklist.
Leasing Fee
100% First Month
$500 minimum. Deposit required before start.
What’s Included
Professional Photography
High-quality property photos to attract qualified tenants quickly.
Marketing & Listing
Your property listed across all major rental platforms for maximum exposure.
Showing Coordination
We handle all showing scheduling and direct communication with prospective tenants.
Tenant Screening
Comprehensive screening and application qualification including credit, criminal, income, and rental history.
Lease Preparation & Signing
Professional lease drafted, reviewed, and executed with your approved tenant.
Deposit & Rent Collection
Security deposit and first month’s rent collected at move-in and transferred to you.
Tenant Placement & Handoff
Complete tenant placement with full documentation transferred to you as the property manager.
What’s Not Included
Rehab Management
Contractor oversight, renovation coordination, or project management.
Property Cleaning or Progress Checks
Cleaning coordination or checking on renovation progress.
Troubleshooting Property Issues
Resolving issues with utilities, access, HVAC, or other property systems.
Utility Coordination
Meeting utility companies or coordinating service activation on your behalf.
Property Securing
Securing windows, doors, or property beyond standard lockup.
Ongoing Management
Any management services after tenant placement — rent collection, maintenance, etc.
Important: If you need us to troubleshoot issues, meet vendors, or manage property problems, those services are available through our À La Carte Menu at additional cost.
Scope of Service: No Troubleshooting or Problem Solving
Leasing only means exactly that — we market the property and place a tenant.
If we arrive and the property is not rent-ready — utilities not working, keys don’t work, cleaning not completed — we document the issue, charge the applicable $150 trip fee, and leave. We do not stay to problem solve.
Common scenarios that result in trip fees:
- Water is not turned on or hot water is not working
- Keys provided do not work or grant access to the property
- HVAC system is not functional
- Cleaning has not been completed
- Contractors or materials are still on site
When scheduling utility activation (water, gas, electric), you are responsible for coordinating access with the utility company. Many utility companies require someone on site to activate service. If the utility company arrives without proper coordination, that is the owner’s responsibility to resolve — not ours.
Rent-Ready Requirements
All properties must pass Alpine’s Rent-Ready Checklist before we begin marketing. If any requirement is incomplete when we arrive, a $150 trip fee will be charged automatically.
- All utilities activated, transferred to owner’s name, and verified working (water on with hot water confirmed, electricity on, HVAC functional)
- Locks changed since last tenant/contractor access — we must be the only party with working keys
- No contractors, tools, or construction materials on site
- All paint, flooring, and final repairs completed
- All appliances installed and fully functional
- Property professionally cleaned and free of debris
- HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in working order
- Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors installed and operable
- Exterior presentable with lawn maintained
- Working keys available and tested
Previous tenants, contractors, and subcontractors may still have keys or lockbox codes. To maintain property security during marketing, locks must be changed before we begin. You can coordinate lock changes independently, or use our lock change service ($200 per door).
Payment Policy & Deposit Requirement
$500 Deposit Required to Start
Fully Refundable
Secures your place in our leasing queue. Refunded in full once the lease is signed and your account is current. The leasing fee is billed separately at lease signing.
All Balances Due Before Key Handover
Zero Balance Policy
All accounts receivable — trip fees, à la carte charges, and the leasing fee — must be paid in full before we hand over keys and the signed lease. We do not release tenant contact information until your balance is zero.
Our Three-Step Leasing Process
Rent-Ready Verification
We ensure your property passes our rent-ready inspection covering utilities, repairs, cleaning, and functionality. Nothing begins until the property is truly ready.
Find and Screen Your Ideal Tenant
Professional marketing, photography, showings, and comprehensive background checks. We place qualified tenants who pay on time and take care of your property.
Place Tenant and Hand Off
Signed lease, collected deposits, and complete documentation transferred to you as the property manager. From this point, the tenant contacts you directly.
À La Carte Service Menu
Need additional support beyond basic tenant placement? These services are available separately.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Property Verification & Inspection | |
| Site visit to verify rent-ready condition | $150 |
| On-site coordination / property visit | $150 |
| Move-in inspection with full photo report | $200 |
| Rehab & Renovation Support | |
| Full rehab budget with line-item scope and PM consultation | $300 |
| Progress check during renovation (per visit) | $150 |
| Contractor rehab bid (single Alpine bid only) | Included in $300 budget fee |
| Vendor supervision and punch list management | $125 / hour |
| Property Prep Services | |
| Lock change | $200 / door |
| Lockbox installation (includes lockbox) | $200 |
| Professional cleaning coordination | $325+ (varies) |
| Utility activation coordination (phone/online) | $75 / utility |
| On-site utility meeting coordination | $150 |
One Bid Policy: Alpine provides one professional, line-item contractor bid. We do not collect multiple competitive bids. If you want additional bids for comparison, you’ll need to coordinate those directly.
Leasing Only vs. Full Management: Which Is Right for You?
Choose Leasing Only If…
- You want to manage the property yourself
- You’re comfortable handling tenant calls and maintenance
- You live locally or have reliable local support
- You want to minimize ongoing management costs
- You only need help finding and screening qualified tenants
Choose Full Management If…
- You want completely hands-off ownership
- You live out of state or don’t have time for management
- You want 24/7 emergency response for tenants
- You prefer professional rent collection and accounting
- You want ongoing inspections and maintenance coordination
Ready for full hands-off management? Learn about Full Management Services →
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Your Property Leased?
Contact us to schedule your rent-ready inspection and begin the tenant placement process.
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm CST