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Buying Rental Properties, Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management, Property Management in Carroll County, MD, Property Management in Maryland, Renting a Home in Maryland, Tips for Investing in Rental Properties, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords, Tips for Tenants

Avoiding Landlord-Tenant Disputes: Top Tips for Property Owners

Posted on by Patrick Freeze
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22
Nov

Understanding how to professionally and calmly handle landlord-tenant conflicts is an essential part of the job. Although most people avoid confrontation, it may be your job as a landlord to settle an uncomfortable situation. So, let’s go over some ways to resolve landlord-tenant disputes if you are a property owner.  What Causes Landlord-Tenant Disputes? Many […]

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Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management in Howard County, MD, Property Management in Maryland, Tips for Landlords

The Pros and Cons of Keyless Entry Systems in Rental Properties

Posted on by Bay Property Management Group
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04
Nov

When it comes to keeping your Howard County rental property safe from unwanted outsiders, there are plenty of precautionary actions you can take, including: installing a high-tech alarm system, strategically placing lights around the property to deter criminal activity, and ensuring all windows close properly and lock securely. When it comes to keeping your rental […]

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Buying Rental Properties, Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management in Maryland, Property Management in Montgomery County, MD, Tips for Landlords

How to Handle Bad Neighbor Behavior – Property Management Tips

Posted on by Bay Property Management Group
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25
Oct

When a tenant is deciding whether to lease your home or not, chances are they are looking at more than just the interior of the home. They want to have a reasonable rent payment, a good looking exterior with nice landscaping, and be within close proximity to amenities. But what about right next door? Or down […]

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Property Management in Maryland, Property Management in Montgomery County, MD, Tips for Landlords

4 Tenant Retention Ideas To Avoid Losing Good Tenants

Posted on by Patrick Freeze
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14
Oct

Finding and keeping good tenants is a crucial part of owning rental properties. However, they don’t always come easy. Additionally, it may take some effort from you and your property management team to keep them. Read along as we go over some tenant retention ideas and how to maintain good tenants in your rental properties. […]

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Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management in Baltimore County, Property Management in Maryland, Tips for Investing in Rental Properties, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords

Top 10 Real Estate Podcasts for Beginner Investors and Landlords

Posted on by Patrick Freeze
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13
Oct

These days, you don’t have to look very far to find information on all things real estate. However, real estate investing offers several variables unique to each investor and property. That said, with so many options on how to be successful, how can new SFR investors find what’s best? Real estate podcasts are a great […]

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Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management in Carroll County, MD, Property Management in Maryland, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords

What is Considered Emergency Rental Maintenance?

Posted on by Patrick Freeze
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28
Sep

Whether you are a tenant or landlord, no one wants to deal with the inconvenience of emergency rental maintenance. For landlords, maintenance of any kind requires time, money, and coordinating efforts. That said, effective repair policies rely on a clear understanding of what is and is not an emergency, along with a process to handle […]

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Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management in Harford County, MD, Property Management in Maryland, Tips for Investing in Rental Properties, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords, Tips for Property Managers

Who is Responsible for Pest Control in Your Rental Property?

Posted on by Patrick Freeze
23
Aug

No one wants to hear the words “pest infestation.” This is a health hazard, but pests can also damage the rental property and cost hundreds to eradicate. So, as soon as you notice any pest or vermin, it must be dealt with as quickly as possible. That said, getting rid of unwanted pests is only […]

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Property Management in Maryland, Property Management in Montgomery County, MD, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords

How to Choose a Tenant When Multiple Applicants Seem Like a Good Fit

Posted on by Patrick Freeze
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14
Jun

The dream of any landlord is to have multiple well-qualified applications vying for their rental listing. However, if that becomes a reality, how do you decide? While this can seem like a good problem to have, it puts landlords in a difficult spot. Additionally, any decision made must comply with Fair Housing Laws. So, if […]

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Owning a Rental Property in Maryland, Property Management in Howard County, MD, Property Management in Maryland, Renting a Home in Maryland, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords, Tips for Property Managers

The Pros and Cons of Collecting Last Month’s Rent

Posted on by Bay Property Management Group
19
Apr

Choosing the perfect tenant for your rental property is just one of the many decisions landlords must make before the move in. Most property owners are familiar with charging new tenants the first month’s rent and a security deposit. However, the question remains – should you collect last month’s rent as well? This is something […]

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Property Management in Carroll County, MD, Property Management in Maryland, Property Management in Northern Virginia, Property Management in Washington, D.C., Tips for Landlords

Top 3 Things to Ask Your Prospective Tenant’s References

Posted on by Bay Property Management Group
29
Mar

In a competitive rental market, every lead is vital. After all, a high tenant turnover rate can wreak havoc on your annual profit, which is why placing tenants efficiently is so important. However, not every prospective applicant that wants to see your rental property will meet the qualifications. That said, placing a bad tenant causes even more […]

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