Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Property Management Partner in Fort Smith
Rental Management, Inc. has been dedicated to providing quality housing solutions for low-income families since 1970. Our management approach prioritizes tenant needs while strictly adhering to HUD regulations and reporting requirements. We create environments where residents feel at home, supported by attentive management from on-site staff to corporate leadership. With decades of experience, we've built a reputation as industry leaders, excelling in revitalizing distressed properties while maintaining the highest credit standards in Arkansas communities. Our team's expertise spans property acquisition, development, and compliance, ensuring owners achieve financial stability through consistent mortgage payments and property optimization. 
Services
Property Management
Affordable Housing
Maintenance Services
Rent Collection
Financial Reporting
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- 45+ years maintaining perfect mortgage payment history in Arkansas communities
- Specialized expertise in revitalizing distressed HUD-subsidized properties
- Proven track record achieving REAC and HUD Management Review scores of 99
- Personalized service adapting to each owner's unique property requirements
- Comprehensive compliance with federal housing regulations and reporting standards
What people say
Perfect mortgage payment history
Exceptional REAC scores
Successful property revitalization
Long-term industry experience
Strong HUD relationships
Services
Property Management
Our comprehensive property management services cover leasing, maintenance, and financial oversight. We implement strategic marketing to attract qualified tenants, maintain properties through vetted contractors, and ensure timely rent collection with strict eviction protocols. Our team provides detailed financial reporting and compliance management for Arkansas property owners.
Affordable Housing
Specializing in HUD-subsidized housing, we deliver quality living accommodations exceeding market standards. Our approach balances regulatory compliance with tenant comfort, maintaining REAC scores of 99 while ensuring properties remain financially viable through effective rent management and cost control strategies.
Maintenance Services
We address all property maintenance needs through qualified contractors, ensuring quality work at competitive prices. Residents submit requests via our website with confirmation tracking, while emergency services operate 24/7. Our proactive approach prevents issues through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
Rent Collection
Our strict rent collection policy ensures financial stability for property owners. With rents due on the 1st and late fees applied after the 5th, we initiate evictions by the 10th for delinquent payments. Detailed accounting tracks all transactions, with timely expense payments and comprehensive financial reporting for transparency.
Financial Reporting
We provide complete accounting services including rent tracking, expense management, and compliance reporting. Our system generates detailed monthly and annual reports, maintains accounts payable records, and ensures accurate audit preparation. Financial managers maintain direct communication channels for owner inquiries and budget consultations.
People
Donna Sexton
Owner/Co-Founder
With 46 years of experience, Donna Sexton co-founded Rental Management, Inc. in 1969. She specializes in HUD-subsidized property management, achieving exceptional REAC scores while revitalizing distressed properties and maintaining perfect mortgage payment history.
Farrell Sexton
President
As President, Farrell Sexton provides strategic leadership for property acquisitions and development. With a background in criminal justice and psychology, he maintains strong HUD relationships while focusing on expanding the company's affordable housing solutions across Arkansas.
Powell Sanders
Chairman of the Board
Legal expert Powell Sanders brings law degree credentials and practical experience to property management operations. His legal background aids in navigating complex housing regulations while maintaining compliance with federal and state requirements for all managed properties.
Sharon Jackson
Financial Manager
Sharon Jackson oversees all financial operations with a business administration degree from Arkansas State University. She manages accounting systems integration, budget development, and HUD compliance reporting while maintaining strong relationships with housing compliance organizations.
Debbie Holland
Property Management Specialist
Debbie Holland coordinates property management and accounting functions since 2006. She handles payroll, employee benefits, policy implementation, and insurance coordination while supporting REAC inspections and property takeover processes across the Arkansas portfolio.
Questions
What property management services do you offer?
We provide full-service property management including leasing, maintenance, rent collection, financial reporting, and HUD compliance for Arkansas properties.
How do you handle maintenance requests?
Residents submit requests through our website with confirmation tracking. Emergency services operate 24/7 while routine maintenance uses vetted contractors for quality work.
What affordable housing experience do you have?
Specializing in HUD-subsidized properties since 1970, we maintain REAC scores of 99 while providing quality housing exceeding market standards for low-income families.
How are rent collections managed?
Rents are due on the 1st with late fees after the 5th. Evictions begin by the 10th for delinquencies, supported by detailed accounting and transparent financial reporting.
What are your office hours?
Our main office operates 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday for property owner consultations and administrative matters.