First Impressions Matter Let’s say you’ve just brought a prospective tenant to view your Howard County property. Put yourself in their shoes for a second – what’s your first impression of the property when you look at its exterior? It might be tough to form an unbiased opinion, but envision your property and try your […]
One of the first things successful landlords tell anyone thinking of renting out a property is to always select good tenants. It doesn’t take much for a bad tenant to turn your profitable investment into a money-losing nightmare. There are many federal, state, and local laws that limit the control you have to refuse to […]
Part of being a good landlord in Maryland is keeping your property in good shape. What better way to do that than add a fresh coat of paint? A good paint job is an affordable change that can have a major positive impact on the quality of tenants you attract. After all, your tenants want […]
Being a Howard County landlord sometimes means dealing with narrow margins on your rental income. When repairs need to be made, most landlords are tempted to do all of the repairs themselves. But, sometimes making the repairs yourself is more expensive than simply hiring a professional to do the work. When you are trying to […]
Having a hard time finding top quality tenants to live in your property? Whether your property is located in Towson, Catonsville, Dundalk, or another city around Baltimore County, you might be dealing with this issue due to a lack of attractive amenities. Let’s face it – the best renters don’t want to live in just […]
With Montgomery County rentals becoming increasingly competitive, you need to find ways to make your property standout without losing your shirt. Many property improvements are too complex or expensive to complete between renters. The key is to invest in improvements that are simple and have a high return on investment.
Choosing a tenant to live in your property can be an exciting but nerve-wracking experience. Whether your property is located in Towson, Rosedale, Lutherville, or somewhere else in Baltimore County, choosing the wrong tenant means you could end up with costly damage, a more stressful job, late rent payments, or worse! So, instead of jumping […]
As a Maryland landlord, you probably already know that keeping a good tenant around is a lot less stressful and cheaper than having to find a new one. However, finding and retaining high-quality tenants can be a challenge, even if you have a lot of experience with Prince George’s County property management. Not to worry […]
Whether you are looking to do a simple fix up or an entire remodel of your rental property, every Maryland landlord will need to hire a contractor at some point. Although most repairs or maintenance issues can be handled without the use of hired help, sometimes the reality is that a job is too large […]
Often insurance is one of the last loose ends people tie up before renting out their property. However, insurance should be more than just an afterthought. If you don’t have the right policies, not only are you putting your investment at risk, but you could also put your entire financial well-being in jeopardy. No […]