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How to Handle Tenants Who Don’t Pay Rent

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If you own a rental property, you know how crucial it is to receive on-time rent payments. However, you may get a tenant here or there that doesn’t pay on time–or at all. These situations are frustrating, but handling them the right way is important so you don’t face legal trouble as a landlord. Today, […]

Commercial vs. Residential Property Management: Key Differences

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Investing in real estate is a great way to generate money through rental income and property appreciation. That said, there are several different investment strategies to explore, whether you go after residential rental properties, commercial buildings, short-term rentals, or a fix-and-flip project. With that, each strategy required a different type of management and maintenance. Today, […]

When Is It Time to Invest in Rental Property Upgrades?

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Buying a rental property is a great way to earn passive income. However, knowing how to attract and keep good tenants is crucial if you want to keep your cash flow positive. One of the best ways to draw tenants in is by making periodic upgrades that keep your rental looking and feeling fresh. But […]

5 Ways You Can Benefit From an Income Property

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When it comes to investing money, many of us hesitate, whether talking about buying stock, starting a business, or purchasing a property. And it’s not surprising because big money and your time, effort, and sometimes personal liability are involved. At Bay Property Management Group, we are no experts in the stock market or joint ventures, […]

What’s a Good Monthly Cash Flow Amount for a Rental?

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Most investors buy rental properties with one goal: earning a profit. After all, it can be a very lucrative business venture if done right. However, if your property doesn’t generate enough cash flow, it could seriously impact the success of your business. Today, we’re going over the basics of monthly cash flow and how much […]

Are Solar Panels Worth It in 2024?

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Have you considered installing solar panels on your rental property? Solar panels can help tremendously whether you want to save on energy costs, lower your carbon footprint, or increase the value of your property. However, they come with a hefty price tag. So, are solar panels worth it in 2024? Read along as we discuss […]

How to Keep HOA Common Areas Clean

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If you live in an HOA community, you know how important it is to keep it looking nice. After all, who wants to pay to live in a neighborhood that looks junky? Keeping your community well-maintained starts with the common areas, like parks, sidewalks, swimming pools, or clubhouses. But who’s responsible for maintaining these areas? […]

Celebrating National Mortgage Professional Month

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Whether you’re a real estate investor or purchasing a home for your family, you know how important the mortgage process is. Mortgage Professional Month recognizes the hard work that mortgage professionals do daily to help individuals and families achieve homeownership or add properties to their portfolios. Read along as we discuss the importance of this […]

How Often Should You Paint Your Rental Property?

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The visual appeal of your rental property’s interior is what makes your tenants feel at home in their place of temporary residence. A nice-looking rental also helps yield high rent rates and top-notch tenants who pay on time. As a property owner, you will undoubtedly have to paint your rental property at some point. After […]

Employee Spotlight – Claire Tapales, BMG Property Manager

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At Bay Property Management Group, we are Baltimore property management professionals focused on customer service. Furthermore, our goal is to make property ownership both a pleasurable and profitable experience for our clients. We know that our success is due to our awesome team members and how they each contribute something special to our property management […]