Built America Magazine | South
For decades, property management has been plagued by high fees, hidden costs, and a frustrating lack of transparency. Many landlords have accepted these industry norms as unavoidable—until now. Colonial Property Management, a family-owned company in Texas, is proving that property management can be ethical, affordable, and homeowner-focused. Led by Ethan Autry, a third-generation leader with a bold vision and a deeply rooted sense of purpose, Colonial Property Management is rewriting the rules with its nonprofit approach, disrupting an industry that has long favored management companies over property owners. A Legacy Built on Trust and Faith Founded in 1988 by Autry’s grandmother, Colonial Property Management began as a small, family- run business in Killeen, Texas. “She did a pretty good job of doing business the old-fashioned way,” Autry recalls. “We still have maybe about 100 homeowners or so that have been with us for over 37, 38 years at this point. These are homeowners that have trusted our family with their property for decades.” That foundation wasn’t just built on business savvy—it was built on values. “We’re a strong family,” Autry says. “And I believe that’s because our values are grounded in something higher. We’ve always believed in doing right by others, even when no one is watching.”
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