While you’re relieved to have good tenants, your tenants are happy with a landlord they like and trust. But being a good landlord to your tenants won’t just keep them happy – it’ll likely help you as well by allowing you to keep long-term tenants in your properties and avoid the costs that result from […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Howard County, MD
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Nov
Nov
As a landlord, you do not want just anyone leasing your rental home. You want good quality people that will pay their rent on time, respect your property, and follow the terms of the lease agreement. As if handling a rental property wasn’t enough, the last thing a landlord, or their Howard County property management […]
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Nov
Nov
Did you know that 60% of renters are under the age of 40? Many of these renters are millennials, ranging in age from 18 to 34 as of 2015. Often, they prefer renting over home ownership because: They are paying off huge amounts of student debt and cannot afford home ownership. Their career requires them […]
Obtaining a security deposit is one of the most important things a landlord can do before renting out their Howard County property. In fact, those that do not require a security deposit from their tenants often face many costly expenses when their tenant moves out. Unfortunately this leaves the landlord responsible for damage to their […]
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Oct
Oct
“Going green” is not just a fad these days. It’s a real and conscious effort by a large group of people that hope to better the environment we live in by conserving the Earth’s precious resources. More so, the idea that only homeowners can go green is fading as tenants of rental properties, landlords, and […]
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Sep
Sep
As a landlord in Howard County and throughout Maryland, your job is rarely hands-off. You have to interact with your tenants for a variety of reasons. Luckily, there’s an efficient and legal way to do this: notices. Notices are legal forms used by landlords and property managers to communicate intentions for the property or to […]
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Sep
Sep
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 […]
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Jul
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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 […]
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Jul
Jul
Some properties are problematic because they require constant maintenance. Others are problematic because they aren’t aesthetically pleasing enough to attract top-notch tenants. Both of these issues can cost landlords a lot of money if they aren’t promptly addressed. If you’re dealing with these types of problems with your property in Howard County try to make […]