Landlords must create various policies and guidelines to maintain a safe and habitable property for all tenants. This can include everything from inspections and maintenance to applicant screening and beyond. One crucial factor for landlords to establish in their properties is rental occupancy standards. For landlords, most processes rely heavily on black and white laws […]
Author Archives: Patrick Freeze
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Sep
Sep
Finding affordable housing can be challenging, especially if you’re looking for a rental. Combining a high rental rate with utilities and other living expenses becomes problematic and even unrealistic for many people. In fact, the costs associated with renting are the reason many people seek out rent-controlled housing. Today, we will review the importance of […]
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Sep
Sep
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 each contribute something special to our property management company. […]
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Sep
Sep
As a landlord, securing responsible and paying tenants is the ultimate goal. However, there are a few things along the way that can derail those plans. For example, if the property has been vacant for a while and someone decides to move in illegally. Furthermore, a tenant could choose not to leave after their lease […]
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Sep
Sep
As a landlord, you probably advertise your property online without a second thought. Posting listings on Craigslist, Rentals.com, and other sites gives you an opportunity to place your rental in front of thousands of people already looking for a place to live. But it also makes it easier for con artists to trick your potential […]
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Aug
Aug
Viewing rental properties is a crucial step in the moving process. After all, you wouldn’t buy a car without test-driving it first, right? Well, the same goes for rental properties. While you may get a good idea of what the property is like from the description and listing photos, it’s still crucial to schedule an […]
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Aug
Aug
Facing eviction can be overwhelming and stressful. Additionally, having an eviction on your record can affect your ability to obtain rental housing in the future. As such, it’s crucial to follow lease rules, pay rent on time, and maintain your rental to avoid potential issues with your landlord. However, it’s still important to know what […]
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Aug
Aug
Technology has become highly prevalent in most people’s lives–even landlords and property managers. The use of technology is beneficial in this industry and has created new ways of performing daily tasks, including property tours. Keep reading to learn how to create a virtual tour for your rental property today. What is a Virtual Property Tour? […]
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Aug
Aug
Investing in rental properties can be rewarding and a great way to build wealth. However, it’s not as simple as buying properties and placing tenants in them. Instead, you’ll want to choose high-quality tenants to live in your property. As such, landlords and property managers should look into prospective tenants’ backgrounds and learn more about […]
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Aug
Aug
One of the significant expenses of any household is utilities. After all, everyone needs water, heat, and electricity to live a comfortable life at home. However, adding up all the utility costs of a rental home can become quite overwhelming. As such, landlords and tenants should learn how to use less of these resources and […]