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Rental Property Pet Policy and Recommendations for Landlords

As a Philly rental property owner, you know one of the most commonly asked questions from potential tenants is, “Do you allow pets on the property?” Despite the horror stories you may have heard from other property owners, adjusting your rental property pet policy to allow for some animals comes with a number of benefits. […]

Large Appliance Care: Tips for Making Them Last in Your Rental Home

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Renting your home includes a lot of time and responsibility. From tenant screening to collecting monthly rent payments and everything in between, it is easy for a landlord to neglect a significant part of the rental home: large appliances. However, it’s crucial to prioritize large appliance care if you want to save money and ensure […]

Landlord-Tenant Laws to Remember

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Laws concerning rental homes are established to protect both the landlord and tenant involved in the lease agreement. While landlords want to make a profit and wish to keep their investment properties safe, tenants want their rights to be respected. As such, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations of rental housing is crucial for […]

6 Reasons Not to Invest in Rental Properties with Family

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Many of us love our families very much and want nothing but the best for them. However, mixing business with family can open up the possibility of some precarious situations. Thus, while some may try to convince you otherwise, keeping family out of your investment opportunities is often best. Today, we’ll discuss a few reasons […]

Upgrades to Your Rental Property That Will Help Increase Rent

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When it comes time to upgrade your rental property in Baltimore, there are many options. Some should be standard each time you’re ready to bring new renters in, while others are added amenities you may not consider immediately. Installing new carpet, painting the walls, ensuring the shutters are in working order, landscaping the outside, and […]

7 Simple Tips for Succeeding as an Out-of-Town Landlord

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Being an out-of-town landlord presents a unique set of challenges. For instance, not only do you have to handle typical landlord tasks like performing inspections, responding to emergencies, and screening tenants properly – you have to do it all without the ability to travel to your property as needed easily.  But don’t let that stop […]

The Key to Great Service in Property Management

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Customer service is one of the most important aspects of running any business. If customers do not feel their needs have been addressed or their concerns heard after a service or sale, the business will not likely see returning customers. Similarly, if customers cannot quickly access solutions to problems or concerns, they will likely grow […]

5 Things Landlords Should Know About Renting to Roommates

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The average rental rates continue to rise nationwide, and the percentage of people living with someone other than their spouse or partner also continues to increase. As such, it is important for property owners to understand what it means to lease their rental property to roommates. Today, we will discuss five crucial things landlords should […]

How to Advertise Your Rental – 5 Things to Include in a Property Listing

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At Bay Management Group, we know that an unoccupied rental property, in the best-case scenario, is a wasted opportunity. In most cases, however, it’s a money pit that swallows your mortgage payments with no return on investment. That’s why it is important that you find a tenant as fast as possible to start profiting from […]

7 Ways to Prevent Mold in Your Rental Property

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There is no way to avoid the fact that mold spores are floating around your rental property at any given moment. It’s natural for mold spores, among many other contaminants, to be present in the air we breathe. However, when humid weather hits, and the climate dampens, these mold spores tend to flourish if not […]