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Cardinal

Property Management

To steward every property as if it were our own, delivering meticulous care to every homeowner.

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About Us

Built by Nashville Real Estate Professionals

Founded by Nashville real estate professionals Tim Schmid and Sam Gray, Cardinal Property Management is dedicated to professionalism, clear communication, and true stewardship. Drawing on their residential real estate experience, they care for each home as if it were their own, making property ownership fully passive.

Years of Combined Real Estate Experience

Client Retention Rate

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Tim Schmid and Sam Gray, Nashville property management experts and founders of Cardinal Property Management, standing together in Nashville, TN

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WHY US

Setting a new standard.

Where experience meets innovation—delivering measurable results.

Your Property Is Treated Like Our Own

Your property is your most valuable asset. We protect it with proactive maintenance, trusted vendors, and diligent oversight to ensure lasting care and value.

Your Property Is Treated Like Our Own

Your property is your most valuable asset. We protect it with proactive maintenance, trusted vendors, and diligent oversight to ensure lasting care and value.

Your Property Is Treated Like Our Own

Your property is your most valuable asset. We protect it with proactive maintenance, trusted vendors, and diligent oversight to ensure lasting care and value.

We Place the Right Tenants

A great tenant protects your investment. Our marketing, screening, and leasing processes attract qualified residents who respect your property and honor their lease.

We Place the Right Tenants

A great tenant protects your investment. Our marketing, screening, and leasing processes attract qualified residents who respect your property and honor their lease.

We Place the Right Tenants

A great tenant protects your investment. Our marketing, screening, and leasing processes attract qualified residents who respect your property and honor their lease.

We Maximize Rental Performance

Strategic pricing and marketing boost performance, reducing vacancy, attracting strong tenants, and ensuring steady income.

We Maximize Rental Performance

Strategic pricing and marketing boost performance, reducing vacancy, attracting strong tenants, and ensuring steady income.

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We Maximize Rental Performance

Strategic pricing and marketing boost performance, reducing vacancy, attracting strong tenants, and ensuring steady income.

Completely Hands-Off Ownership

We handle tenant communication, maintenance, rent collection, and reporting—so you enjoy ownership without daily stress.

Completely Hands-Off Ownership

We handle tenant communication, maintenance, rent collection, and reporting—so you enjoy ownership without daily stress.

Completely Hands-Off Ownership

We handle tenant communication, maintenance, rent collection, and reporting—so you enjoy ownership without daily stress.

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OUR CLIENTS

Who We Serve

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Single-Family Homes

Maximized rental income · Reduced vacancy & turnover · Consistent property condition

A hands-on, proactive approach designed for individual homes and townhomes—focused on strategic pricing, quality tenant placement, and long-term asset protection.

Luxury single-family home in Nashville, TN with modern design, high-end finishes, landscaped yard, and professional property management services

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High-Rise Condos

Compliance with HOA + leasing policies · High-caliber tenant placement · Elevated resident experience

Tailored management for high-rise and luxury condo units, navigating HOA requirements, leasing restrictions, and elevated tenant expectations with precision.

Luxury high-rise condo in Nashville featuring modern architecture, skyline views, floor-to-ceiling windows, and premium finishes—ideal for professional property management and high-end rental living

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Real Estate Investment Portfolios

Portfolio-wide performance optimization · Centralized reporting + visibility · Streamlined operations at scale

Institutional-level systems and reporting for multi-property owners—delivering consistency, performance tracking, and operational efficiency across every asset.

Real estate investment portfolio in Nashville Tennessee featuring single-family homes, high-rise condos, and multi-property assets managed for rental income and long-term investment performance

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Luxury Single- Family Homes & Townhomes

Maximized rental income · Reduced vacancy & turnover · Consistent property condition

A hands-on, proactive approach designed for individual homes and townhomes—focused on strategic pricing, quality tenant placement, and long-term asset protection.

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High-Rise Condos

Compliance with HOA + leasing policies · High-caliber tenant placement · Elevated resident experience

Tailored management for high-rise and luxury condo units, navigating HOA requirements, leasing restrictions, and elevated tenant expectations with precision.

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Real Estate Investment Portfolios

Portfolio-wide performance optimization · Centralized reporting + visibility · Streamlined operations at scale

Institutional-level systems and reporting for multi-property owners—delivering consistency, performance tracking, and operational efficiency across every asset.

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Luxury Single-Family Homes & Townhomes

Maximized rental income · Reduced vacancy & turnover · Consistent property condition

A hands-on, proactive approach designed for individual homes and townhomes—focused on strategic pricing, quality tenant placement, and long-term asset protection.

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High-Rise Condos

Compliance with HOA + leasing policies · High-caliber tenant placement · Elevated resident experience

Tailored management for high-rise and luxury condo units, navigating HOA requirements, leasing restrictions, and elevated tenant expectations with precision.

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Real Estate Investment Portfolios

Portfolio-wide performance optimization · Centralized reporting + visibility · Streamlined operations at scale

Institutional-level systems and reporting for multi-property owners—delivering consistency, performance tracking, and operational efficiency across every asset.

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OUR SERVICES

Our Management Plans

Every property owner has different goals. Our management plans are designed to provide the right level of service, support, and oversight depending on your needs. Whether you simply need professional leasing to secure a reliable tenant or full-service management to handle every aspect of ownership, Cardinal Property Management delivers a seamless, high-touch experience. Each plan is engineered to protect your investment, maximize rental performance, and make ownership completely effortless.

Flight Management Plan

Leasing Fee: One month’s rent Includes:

Marketing and advertising
Professional photography
Property showings
Tenant screening
Tenant selection
Lease preparation
Move-in inspection
Security deposit collection
First month’s rent collection

Nest Management Plan

Flight Management Plan

Leasing Fee: One month’s rent Includes:

Marketing and advertising
Professional photography
Property showings
Tenant screening
Tenant selection
Lease preparation
Move-in inspection
Security deposit collection
First month’s rent collection

Nest Management Plan

Flight Management Plan

Leasing Fee: One month’s rent Includes:

Marketing and advertising
Professional photography
Property showings
Tenant screening
Tenant selection
Lease preparation
Move-in inspection
Security deposit collection
First month’s rent collection

Nest Management Plan

Realtor Referral Program

If you're a real estate agent, send us a client for property management by filling out the contact form!

After receiving your information, we contact the client to explore their management options.
If your client signs a property management contract, we'll pay you a $500 referral fee.

Sending us business doesn't mean losing good clients. We don't offer a referral program to steal real estate sales; instead, we handle your clients' management needs & point them back to you for sales.
Our goal is to make certain every one of our referral partners feels comfortable working with us. We will send you a contract outlining the terms of our partnership reflecting the duration of your client’s property management agreement.
Every time your client signs a property management contract with us, we'll pay you $500 as a thank-you.

If you're a real estate agent, send us a client for property management by filling out the contact form!

After receiving your information, we contact the client to explore their management options.
If your client signs a property management contract, we'll pay you a $500 referral fee.

Sending us business doesn't mean losing good clients. We don't offer a referral program to steal real estate sales; instead, we handle your clients' management needs & point them back to you for sales.
Our goal is to make certain every one of our referral partners feels comfortable working with us. We will send you a contract outlining the terms of our partnership reflecting the duration of your client’s property management agreement.
Every time your client signs a property management contract with us, we'll pay you $500 as a thank-you.

If you're a real estate agent, send us a client for property management by filling out the contact form!

After receiving your information, we contact the client to explore their management options.
If your client signs a property management contract, we'll pay you a $500 referral fee.

Sending us business doesn't mean losing good clients. We don't offer a referral program to steal real estate sales; instead, we handle your clients' management needs & point them back to you for sales.
Our goal is to make certain every one of our referral partners feels comfortable working with us. We will send you a contract outlining the terms of our partnership reflecting the duration of your client’s property management agreement.
Every time your client signs a property management contract with us, we'll pay you $500 as a thank-you.

Referral Program

Sam Gray and Tim Schmid, founders of Cardinal Property Management in Nashville, TN, specializing in luxury property management and real estate services

Elevated Ownership.

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We envision a future where property management moves beyond transactions and is rooted in faith, transparency, and a relentless commitment to the trust homeowners place in us.

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Next Steps

Our Onboarding Process

From initial consultation to tenant placement, every step is handled with precision, strategy, and care—creating a truly hands-off ownership experience.

Discovery Consultation

We start with a consultation to understand your property, ownership goals, and rental strategy. During this conversation, we review the home, discuss expectations, and determine the right management plan.

Property Preparation

Once we move forward, we prepare your property for the market. We handle professional photography, develop a pricing strategy, set up marketing, and position the home to attract the right tenant.

Marketing & Tenant Placement

We market your property across leading rental platforms, coordinate showings, and thoroughly screen all applicants to place the right tenant for your property.

Management Launch

After the lease is signed, we handle full management. We oversee rent collection, coordinate maintenance, and provide financial reporting so you experience effortless, hands-off ownership.

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Testimonials

Client Results

See how we help property owners maximize income, protect their assets, and create a seamless ownership experience.

Sam and Tim's knowledge of the market is unmatched, but what truly sets him apart is his heart. He listened to every need, answered every question (no matter how small), and always made me feel like I was his top priority. His patience, professionalism, and honesty created an experience that felt less like a transaction and more like a partnership.

Ryan M

Valuable Client

Sam and Tim are truly impactful in this industry, bringing professionalism, expertise, and a client-first mentality to everything they do.

Shelbi A

Valuable Client

Tim and Sam are one of the most hardworking and dedicated real estate professionals I’ve ever met, always going above and beyond for their clients. Their deep knowledge of the market and attention to detail making everything smooth and successful.

Matt F

Valuable Client

Working with Sam has been a wonderful experience! He really want the best for his clients and you can feel that he has a genuine personality. For anybody looking for a strong digital presence on marketing your property, he is your guy!

Adrian A

Valuable Client

Nobody cares more about people than Tim. He’s such a professional and really strives to take care of his clients. I couldn’t recommend him more highly!

Marcus N

Valuable Client

Ryan M

Valuable Client

Sam and Tim are truly impactful in this industry, bringing professionalism, expertise, and a client-first mentality to everything they do.

Shelbi A

Valuable Client

Matt F

Valuable Client

Adrian A

Valuable Client

Nobody cares more about people than Tim. He’s such a professional and really strives to take care of his clients. I couldn’t recommend him more highly!

Marcus N

Valuable Client

Ryan M

Valuable Client

Sam and Tim are truly impactful in this industry, bringing professionalism, expertise, and a client-first mentality to everything they do.

Shelbi A

Valuable Client

Matt F

Valuable Client

Adrian A

Valuable Client

Nobody cares more about people than Tim. He’s such a professional and really strives to take care of his clients. I couldn’t recommend him more highly!

Marcus N

Valuable Client

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Connect With Cardinal

Share a few details about your property and goals, and our team will connect with you to build a tailored strategy.

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FAQ

Find quick answers to the most frequently asked questions.

How much rent can my property generate?

We provide a data-backed rental analysis using real-time Nashville comps, demand trends, and seasonality. You’ll receive a clear pricing strategy designed to maximize income while minimizing vacancy.

What are your fees, and how are you different from traditional property managers?

How do you ensure high-quality tenants?

How do you protect and maintain my property?

How will I stay informed about my property?

Cardinal Property Management