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How to Select Owner Manager or Third-Party Manager

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Published date iconPublished at:February 14, 2026
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This help article explains how to choose between the Owner Manager and Third-Party Manager setup options in MagicDoor.

Inside, you’ll find:

  • The difference between managing your own properties and managing for others
  • Which option to select based on your management structure
  • How your selection affects account configuration and features
  • What to consider if you manage both your own and others’ properties

Use this article as a reference when setting up your initial MagicDoor account.

Step 1: Understand the Two Options

MagicDoor offers two setup paths based on how you manage properties.

I Manage My Own Properties

Select this option if:

  • You only manage properties that you personally own
  • You are an owner-operator managing your own portfolio

This setup is optimized for owner-managers and includes features tailored to managing your own properties.

I Manage Other People’s Properties

Select this option if:

  • You manage properties for other owners
  • You manage both your own properties and properties owned by others

This option unlocks additional features designed for property managers who oversee properties on behalf of others.

Step 2: Make Your Selection

When prompted during your first login:

  • Choose the option that best matches how you manage properties
  • Continue onboarding to complete your account setup

If you manage any properties for someone else, whether exclusively or alongside your own, you should select I Manage Other People’s Properties.

Need Help Choosing the Right Setup?

If you have questions, our support team is always here to assist.

👉 Contact us anytime at support@magicdoor.com

📞 Call us at: (888) 887 - 8780 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST)

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