There are several ways to finance your rental property investment. If you’ve heard the phrase “hard money loan,” your mind may immediately think of a quick business deal. Well, that’s not too far off. Hard money loans offer fast financing for investors who need to borrow money. Read along as we go over hard money […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Montgomery County, MD
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Nov
Nov
Maryland is one of the dozens of states that have what is commonly known as a “repair and deduct” law on the books. Designed to protect tenants against negligent landlords, this law includes strict guidelines that dictate what types of repairs a property owner is responsible for. It also includes the steps tenants can take […]
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Oct
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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Oct
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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Sep
Sep
Fall is approaching quickly, and the last thing you may think about is the status of your HVAC system. However, despite the excitement of cool weather and falling leaves, completing some essential maintenance at your rental property is important. HVAC preventative maintenance in the fall can help keep tenants and their guests comfortable all year […]
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Jul
Jul
Although everyone wants a large living space with adequate storage space, not everyone’s budget allows for a multiple-bedroom apartment or rental home. For instance, you have to get creative if you have a studio apartment. That said, finding small space storage solutions is key to fitting all your belongings into a rental. Here are some […]
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Jun
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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Jun
Jun
Most people grow up dreaming of owning a home someday. However, with the recent surge in home prices, some are contemplating the advantages to buying vs. renting in 2022. With home prices so high, is it worth buying a home? Or is it safer to rent right now? Let’s go over the market outlook for […]
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Mar
Mar
Finding quality tenants for your rental properties is crucial in running a successful rental business. However, conducting showings, following up on leads, and facilitating applications can be a time-consuming process. For landlords without professional property management in Washington DC, running to showings for applicants who are unqualified or not truly interested wastes valuable time. To […]
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Balancing Human Interaction and Property Management Technology
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Feb
Feb
In today’s day and age, rental property management technology is very prevalent and extremely useful. However, some landlords and tenants want to preserve human interaction. After all, human interaction is beneficial for both parties to better understand who they are dealing with. On the other hand, property management technology is also great because it helps […]