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Monthly Archives: February 2021

How to Create Rental Prorate Policies and Calculate Prorated Rent

One of the most exciting times for landlords is when you have secured a tenant, and they are ready to move in! Now begins the process of completing the lease, collecting the security deposit, and obtaining the first month’s rent. However, if you are not lucky enough to have tenants move in on the first […]

Top 8 Rental Home Improvement Ideas on a Budgets

Top 8 Rental Home Improvement Ideas on a Budget

Competition in the rental industry has many owners looking to improve their odds of attracting a quality renter. However, a full-scale renovation is costly, and not all improvements truly add value. In a market where profit margins are tight, to begin with, extensive renovations could be financially damaging in more ways than one. Thankfully, some […]

The Most Landlord Friendly States for Real Estate Investors

The Most Landlord Friendly States for Real Estate Investors

As low mortgage rates continue across the United States, many investors wonder if now is the time to invest in a real estate venture. Rental properties are a great source of passive income while contributing to long-term wealth. Also, thanks to technology and professional property management companies, owners do not need to reside just down […]

Photography Tips for Successful Rental Property Advertising

Photography Tips for Successful Rental Property Advertising

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then photos are invaluable to rental property advertising. Images are the first thing a prospective renter sees, and landlords need those photos to make a lasting impression. That said, make sure that lasting impression is for all the right reasons! Dull, cluttered, blurry, or dark photos only […]

COVID-19 Showing Alternatives for Rental Properties During the Pandemic

COVID-19 Showing Alternatives for Rental Properties During the Pandemic

Across the nation, more and more neighborhoods are bouncing back from the pandemic woes of 2020. However, precautions are still needed to keep everyone safe. As a landlord, showing properties is challenging while trying to adhere to social distancing and sanitation requirements. That said, there are many showing alternatives that landlords can utilize to still […]

Rental Home Investment – Good Idea or Bad Idea in 2021?

Rental Home Investment - Good Idea or Bad Idea in 2021?

Investing your hard-earned money in any venture takes planning and a calculated amount of risk. However, with risk comes reward, and real estate investment can prove profitable for investors willing to do their homework. Seasoned investors know that the formulas for rental home investment, along with the right people on your side, are the recipe […]

Landlord’s Guide to Deposits and Reasonable Charges for Tenant Damage

Landlord's Guide to Deposits and Reasonable Charges for Tenant Damage

Disputes over a tenant’s security deposit can cause stress and even court battles for property owners. That said, handling a security deposit is not as simple as collecting the amount you want and keeping it to cover any repairs at the end of the lease. Instead, careful preparation, a legal lease, and knowledge of the […]

Will Real Estate Market Prices Fall in 2021? Top Predictions from Experts!

Will Real Estate Market Prices Fall in 2021? Top Predictions from Experts!

The new year is in full swing, and predictions are flying as to how the 2021 real estate market will turn out. After 2020, many are looking forward to what will hopefully be a better and more fruitful opportunity for investors and those looking to buy or sell a home. So, who will come out […]

Employee Spotlight – Griffin Wills, Director of New Business Development

Employee Spotlight - Griffin Wills, Director of New Business Development

At Bay Property Management Group, we are 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 contribute something special to our property management company. Therefore, […]

Common Types of Property Maintenance for Landlords

Common Types of Property Maintenance for Landlords

Property maintenance for landlords is seemingly endless. Along with purchasing and managing the property, landlords must learn how much to budget for the ongoing maintenance needs they are sure to encounter. In addition to emergency repairs, preventative maintenance plays a key role in the health of your investment property. So, join us below to learn […]