If you have been in the Baltimore County rental property business for a while now, surely you have benefited from reading our money saving tips when it comes to being a landlord. After all, regulating investment property expenses is essential to maintaining a positive cash flow and ensures your rental property costs do not break […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Baltimore
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May
May
As housing prices continue to increase, the time to capitalize on the value of your property is now. The question is: How? Appraisals are based on recent sales prices of comparable properties. They’re also meant to be coldly objective. The square footage, amenities, materials used in building, and the condition it’s in all figure into […]
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May
May
There are many terms related to being a landlord that get used on a regular basis. But have you ever really thought about the actual meaning behind them? Today we are going to discuss some of the most common real estate terms every property owner in the rental property business should be aware of and, […]
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Mar
Mar
As you move further into 2016, it is important you stay ahead of the rental trends that are emerging this year. Being as prepared as possible for any upcoming changes in the rental property business, especially in the Baltimore County area, is one way you will be able to turn an annual profit and hopefully […]
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Feb
Feb
Using your Baltimore County rental properties to fund the golden years of retirement is a great idea, especially if you don’t have a pension. Rental properties can provide monthly cash flow, are protected from inflation, and usually appreciate over the long term. You rental properties can often allow you to lead the life of retirement […]
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Jan
Jan
Owning rental properties in the greater Baltimore area of Harford County has its definite advantages. With its perfect blend of beautiful landscapes, exciting city life, historical monuments, and plenty of entertainment options, it would seem this would be the perfect place to reap rental property benefits. However, owning rental property, regardless of its location, has […]
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Dec
Dec
Drafting a comprehensive lease agreement is one of the most important things you can do when leasing your Baltimore County home. As a landlord, it is your responsibility to set the standard high for tenants from the beginning when it comes to your investment property. Otherwise, you cannot expect your tenants to take you seriously. […]
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Nov
Nov
Transamerica Center’s 15th Annual Retirement Survey shows that 78% of workers are saving for retirement right now. Are you one of those workers? If not, it’s time for you to start saving. While the thought of budgeting for a retirement fund may seem daunting if you don’t have much expendable income, it can be much […]
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Nov
Nov
You might find it difficult to work productively every day, especially when you’re a Baltimore County landlord with tons of tasks that need to be completed. It’s often tempting to get distracted by a time-waster like social media and let that distraction take over your day. While it’s perfectly fine to take breaks from […]
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Oct
Oct
Renting a home comes with its fair share of benefits for tenants, one important one being minimal maintenance responsibilities. However, it is important that your Baltimore County tenants understand the role they play in rental home maintenance and know that some maintenance issues can and should be handled themselves. Although it is normally required that […]