Rental analysis & market preparation
Review the property, discuss rent positioning and identify the practical steps needed before marketing begins.
For Covington rental owners
Protect the property without managing every detail yourself
Owning a rental means balancing income, property condition, resident needs and documentation. Legacy Key brings those moving pieces into one organized management relationship. You get a clear plan, consistent communication and a local professional who understands that every day-to-day decision affects the same long-term investment.
Whether you are preparing your first Covington rental for market or want a more dependable system for a growing portfolio, the starting point is simple: share the property address, your goals and what has been taking the most time.
Covington property management services
Full-lifecycle support for the rental
The same professional management standard applies whether you own one door or a growing portfolio. The signed Management Agreement defines the exact scope for your property.
Marketing & showing coordination
Organize property marketing, inquiry response and showing activity so prospects have a professional path from interest to application.
Screening, leasing & move-in
Coordinate applicant screening, lease preparation and execution, required notices and the move-in process.
Rent collection & owner disbursements
Keep charges, collection, owner disbursements and portal access organized through a consistent management system.
Maintenance & vendor coordination
Gather the facts, communicate with residents and owners, and coordinate appropriate service providers when property needs arise.
Inspections, compliance & reporting
Support routine inspections, lease compliance, move-out coordination, monthly statements and clear owner reporting.
How management begins
A clear path from first call to managed property
Share the property
Call, text or send the Covington address with your goals, timeline and current rental status.
Walkthrough & plan
Vicky evaluates the property and explains practical next steps, responsibilities and published pricing.
Prepare & lease
Marketing, inquiries, screening, lease preparation and move-in coordination follow the agreed plan.
Manage & report
Resident communication, rent collection, maintenance, inspections and reporting stay organized.
Published property management pricing
One service standard. Lower rates as the portfolio grows.
The monthly management fee is calculated as a percentage of each door or unit’s monthly charged rent.
| Portfolio size | Monthly management fee |
|---|---|
| 1–9 doors / units | 9% |
| 10–20 doors / units | 8% |
| 21–100 doors / units | 7% |
Tenant placement
50% of one month’s rentIncludes professional marketing, showing coordination, applicant screening, lease preparation and move-in coordination. The published tenant-placement guarantee is subject to the Management Agreement.
Lease renewal
$195Includes market-rent analysis, renewal preparation, resident communication, owner approval and execution of renewal documents.
Published rates are provided for general information. Services, guarantees, property-specific requirements and final pricing are governed by the signed Management Agreement.
Vicky McIntoshOwner · Licensed Kentucky Real Estate Broker
Meet your broker
Professional guidance with a patient, clear approach
Vicky began her real estate career in 2019, relocated to Northern Kentucky in 2023 and became a licensed Kentucky real estate broker in 2026. She also holds a Master’s degree in Education, a background reflected in the way she explains decisions and keeps clients informed.
Legacy Key is broker-owned, so management decisions are viewed as part of the property’s broader real-estate story: condition, leasing, resident experience, documentation and long-term value belong in the same conversation.
2019Began her career in real estate
2023Relocated to Northern Kentucky
2026Licensed Kentucky Real Estate Broker
Client stories
Communication people remember
★★★★★
“We always felt informed, supported, and confident in every decision we made.”— Regina Howard
“Vicky Lynn McIntosh was an amazing realtor, professional and communication was on point… She made our home buying experience a breeze.”— Audrey Dawn
“Vicky has been the most consistent, pleasant, honest, and reliable landlord/property manager our family has ever had.”— Christian
Covington office & wider service area
Local access, Northern Kentucky reach
Legacy Key’s office is on W. Pike Street in Covington. Core management communities also include Ludlow, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Fort Thomas, Independence and Florence. Other locations are reviewed individually.
Legacy Key Property Management & Real Estate, LLC140–142 W. Pike Street
Covington, KY 41011
Covington rental-owner questions
Frequently asked questions
What does property management in Covington include?
Legacy Key coordinates property marketing, applicant screening, lease preparation, rent collection, owner disbursements, online portals, resident communication, maintenance and vendor coordination, routine inspections, monthly financial statements and owner reporting according to the signed Management Agreement.
How much does Covington property management cost?
Published monthly management pricing is 9% for 1–9 doors or units, 8% for 10–20 and 7% for 21–100. Tenant placement is 50% of one month’s rent and lease renewal is $195. Final services and pricing are governed by the Management Agreement.
Can Legacy Key manage just one rental property?
Yes. Published pricing begins at one door or unit. Owners with larger portfolios receive the same management standard at a lower percentage tier.
How does tenant placement work?
Tenant placement includes professional marketing, showing coordination, applicant screening, lease preparation and move-in coordination. The published tenant-placement guarantee applies subject to the Management Agreement.
How are maintenance requests handled?
Legacy Key gathers information from the resident, communicates with the owner as appropriate and coordinates the next step with service providers. The exact authorization and approval process is defined in the Management Agreement.
Do owners receive financial statements and inspection updates?
Monthly financial statements, owner reporting and routine property inspections are listed among the services included in every published management plan.
Does Legacy Key serve areas outside Covington?
Yes. Core Northern Kentucky communities include Covington, Ludlow, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Fort Thomas, Independence and Florence. Other locations are reviewed individually.
How do I get started?
Call or text Vicky at (859) 297-5606, or send the property address through the free rental-analysis tool. You can discuss the property, current tenancy, timeline and the help you need before making any commitment.
Ready for a clearer management plan?
Start with the Covington property address and an honest conversation.
Tell Vicky what you own, what is happening now and what you want management to take off your plate.