When you manage or own apartments, making sure those units are always filled and making valuable monthly cash flow can be stressful. Having any apartment vacant for months can be a drain. That’s why advertising is so important. Keeping fresh with all the newest apartment advertising ideas and techniques is key to keeping your business […]
If you’re looking for the best property management books around, we’re here to help. Our professional property managers have chosen our personal favorites for your viewing pleasure. There’s something for everyone here, whether you want general books or ones on specific topics, like taxes. Read below for some great recommendations on managing rental properties. Table […]
If you have an unresponsive landlord who’s not responding to your complaints, you have tools you can use to solve this challenge. Read below to learn when your landlord is liable for repairs, what you can do to keep them accountable, and more. Main Takeaways If your home’s maintenance problem impacts your safety and health, […]
Rent increases are pretty much unavoidable. While they’re unpleasant for tenants, they’re necessary for landlords who must pay for the rising maintenance costs, taxes, and utilities. So, if you’re facing a rent increase, there are a few things to remember. First, know when your landlord is allowed to increase rates. Additionally, learn how to negotiate […]
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 […]
It’s essential for both homeowners and board members to know their legal rights and responsibilities as members of an HOA. Awareness of these bylaws and governing documents helps provide solid references when dealing with potential legal issues. Today, we’re reviewing some common HOA legal violations and what to do if your rights are violated. To […]
As a property management company, we understand that things come up. Whether your family is growing or you must relocate for work, you may have to break your lease early. While this is not ideal for landlords or property managers, you can do a few things to make the process easier. For instance, you can […]
Entering into a lease is always a time to take a pause and think about what you are doing. Ultimately, it is a contract. Anytime you enter into a contract, it can be helpful to know just what exactly you are signing and what the terms are for what you are signing. Many people might […]
There are so many types of leases. It can really get dizzying just trying to understand them all. People throw around these terms as if everyone knows exactly what they mean. Examples of these are gross lease vs. net lease vs. triple net lease, which all sound very technical and full of jargon. For someone […]
There are terms thrown about all the time when it comes to real estate investing. And oftentimes they are just letters, i.e. acronyms. ABR… CRE… FHA. One such acronym is SFR. What is SFR in real estate? It stands for single-family rentals. But what does that mean, and why do real estate professionals use it? […]