Are you considering renting out your first home and buying a second one to live in? Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, or need more space for your growing family, turning your first home into a rental can be a smart move. Buying a second home while renting out the first has been a popular option for […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Maryland
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Among all the terms in real estate, “landlord” is one of the most common ones. Even though it’s a widely used phrase, many people have misconceptions about what this role entails. What is a landlord, exactly? What does a landlord do? What are some of the biggest landlord responsibilities? Let’s answer those questions below. Content […]
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Real estate equity can be a powerful tool for investors seeking to build wealth over time. Whether you’re investing in commercial real estate, buying a single-family home, or looking at alternative investment choices like REITs, it’s critical to understand how to build and manage equity. In this article, we’ll break down the fundamentals of real […]
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If you have an unresponsive landlord who’s not responding to your complaints, you have tools you can use to solve this challenge. Read below to learn when your landlord is liable for repairs, what you can do to keep them accountable, and more. Main Takeaways If your home’s maintenance problem impacts your safety and health, […]
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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 […]
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Thorough tenant screening of all prospective tenants is critical to the success of your rental property business. If you place the wrong tenant in your property, you could face enormous financial loss, damage, and even the collapse of your rental property business altogether. Today, we’re reviewing six red flags to look for in the tenant […]
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One way to keep your Prince George County tenants happy is to be proactive about creating the lease agreement. Answering all the potential questions a tenant may have in the agreement itself and before the tenant asks will help you avoid possible trouble in the future. After all, you want to ensure your tenants have […]
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One of the first things successful landlords tell anyone considering renting out a property is to always select good tenants. After all, it doesn’t take much for a bad tenant to turn your profitable investment into a money-losing nightmare. However, many federal, state, and local laws limit the ability to refuse to rent to an […]
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Requiring your tenants to have renters insurance coverage is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your rental property, and your tenants. Unfortunately, many tenants feel that renter’s insurance is not necessary. Only around 55% of renter-occupied homes have renters insurance, compared to 88% of homeowners who have a homeowners insurance policy. Today, we’re […]
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First-time landlords are a unique group of people. Some are homeowners looking to upsize or downsize and want to lease their homes. Others are investors seeking ways to fund their retirement or quit their corporate jobs. Some may be accidental landlords who must turn their primary home into a rental property for one reason or […]