Pricing your rental property is one of those decisions that can quietly stress you out. It becomes even more complicated when the market starts to slow down. When that happens, you will see a change as the calls reduce, listings stay up longer, and you are no longer sure whether the rent is the problem. […]
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May
May
Have you been thinking about renting out your property and becoming a landlord in Baltimore? If so, that is a great idea. However, you need to know what managing a rental property in Baltimore looks like on a daily basis. That way, you know exactly what you are getting yourself into. Just to mention, you […]
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May
May
Congratulations! You finally got your ideal home. After all the apartment tours, applications, paperwork, and waiting around, you finally have the keys in your hands. But before you start unpacking everything, you need a moving in checklist. Yes, something you can use to confirm that everything is actually okay and in good condition. And that […]
15
May
May
At Bay Property Management Group, our mission is to provide exceptional property management services while fostering an environment of growth and success for our team members. In this month’s Employee Spotlight, we’re thrilled to introduce Andrew Luciano, our Assistant Director of Property Management for our NOVA office. Andrew brings deep operational expertise and strong leadership […]
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May
May
As a landlord, you want to keep your tenants happy. After all, when they are satisfied, they will hopefully renew their lease and take good care of the property. However, even with a well-managed property, you will still have tenants who feel unsatisfied. For that reason, we created this guide on the top tenant complaints […]
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May
May
If you are a landlord, you will eventually deal with a difficult tenant. And that is not a threat, it’s just part of the rental business. Ideally, the tenant should pay rent on time and follow through with all the terms of the lease agreement. But things don’t always go as planned, and sometimes you […]
12
May
May
In 2026, something feels different about renting. Bigger doesn’t always mean better anymore, and for many renters, it doesn’t even feel necessary. More people are starting to choose smaller spaces. Renters downsizing is not because they have to, but because it actually makes sense. Rent hasn’t slowed down much, everyday costs keep shifting, and paying […]
11
May
May
It usually doesn’t start with collections. It starts with something small that slowly builds up, like missed payments, frustration with a landlord, or a situation that feels unfair. Then one day, you get a notice, and suddenly, it’s no longer just between you and your landlord. So, what happens when unpaid rent goes to collections? […]
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May
May
In 1979, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court (Pugh v. Holmes) established that renting a property comes with a legal responsibility. That is, the rental must be safe, sanitary, and fit for someone to live in. That standard is what we now call the warranty of habitability in Pennsylvania. And it’s not something a lease can override. […]
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May
May
If you’ve been looking into housing options with an emotional support animal (ESA), you’ve probably come across the term ESA letter. You will see it shows up in listings, lease conversations, and even online advice. So, what is an ESA letter? It is a document that connects your need for an emotional support animal to […]