Have you ever felt like finding an apartment is more about paying fees than actually landing your dream place? The application fee for apartment can seem unfair, especially when it catches you by surprise. But why do landlords charge these fees, and can you get them back? How can you avoid paying too much upfront? […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Howard County, MD
Mid-term rentals are becoming a popular trend in today’s rental market. They cater to people who need a place for not too short or long a time, just a few weeks or months. Given the growing demand, these rentals are on many investors’ radars. Read on to learn why mid-term rentals may just be the […]
Timing is everything when it comes to renting an apartment. Your search can succeed or fail based on a number of factors, including your budget, when you plan to move in, and the constantly shifting rental market trends. Since rent prices typically rise and fall in predictable seasonal patterns, knowing the best time to find […]
While you can earn hefty returns owning rental properties, it’s important to recognize how much money goes into the upkeep. Landlords have to pay for things like marketing costs, maintenance, repairs, vacancies, and more. All of these things can add up quickly. So, how can landlords reduce operational costs? Read along as we discuss ten […]
Deciding which rental property to invest in takes a lot of consideration. The purchase price, location, nearby amenities, and curb appeal are just some of the things to think about. But have you ever considered buying a fixer-upper rental property? People love to buy fixer-upper rental properties, and there are plenty of advantages to doing […]
If you’re a landlord, you know rental application rejections are part of the process. While it’s never fun to deny a tenant, you always want to make sure your property is in good hands. That said, you can’t reject an applicant for no good reason. Being fair, professional, and compliant throughout the process is crucial. […]
The visual appeal of your rental property’s interior is what makes your tenants feel at home in their place of temporary residence. A nice-looking rental also helps yield high rent rates and top-notch tenants who pay on time. As a property owner, you will undoubtedly have to paint your rental property at some point. After […]
Everyone knows that to start buying investment properties, you typically need a sizable down payment. Yet, this can sometimes prove difficult. What if you are just starting out and don’t have your first rental property yet? Don’t worry. Today, we will look at some of the budget-friendly ways to save up for your first rental property. How […]
You don’t have to search for long to find horror stories about overbearing, unfair landlords and how they mistreat their tenants. Unfortunately, it’s a common problem. However, some landlords act that way because they constantly deal with difficult tenants, tenants who never pay rent on time, and tenants who damage their property. However, regardless of […]
Landlords need to prioritize risk management, which simply means predicting future risks to your financial well-being and working to minimize or completely eliminate them. Fact: Landlord risk management applies not only to Howard County landlords but to landlords all over Maryland and the rest of the United States. If you don’t run your rental property […]