Property Management Pre-authorized Repair Limit

[David Rosen]

I own some properties (mostly duplexes) in Cleveland, OH and have been looking for a new property manager. In looking for a manger I see that there is a wide range of maximum repair value that the management can authorize without my authorization. One manager had $100 as the limit, one had a $500 limit. The property manager with the $500 limit was very rude when I pushed back, saying I just needed to trust them or we shouldn't work together. In my opinion trust is earned, and $500 for one service call adds up quickly.

I was wondering if anyone has any feedback on what they have authorized for their property manager, without the manager needing to get your authorization for the repair. My hunch is $250-300 seems reasonable, but would like feedback.

Also, any recommendations on a Cleveland property manager?

Thank you!