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Buying Rental Properties, Owning a Rental Property in Virginia, Property Management, Property Management in Arlington, Property Management in Northern Virginia, Tips for Investing in Rental Properties, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords

A Complete Investor’s Guide to Real Estate Due Diligence

Posted on by Alyssa Adams
A Complete Investor's Guide to Real Estate Due Diligence
01
Mar

When embarking on any real estate investment transaction, due diligence plays a vital role. However, some landlords may find this to be a confusing and lengthy process. That said, these actions help determine whether or not a property will provide the necessary return to become profitable. Join us below as we review the meaning of […]

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Photography Tips for Successful Rental Property Advertising

Posted on by Alyssa Adams
Photography Tips for Successful Rental Property Advertising
19
Feb

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then photos are invaluable to rental property advertising. Images are the first thing a prospective renter sees, and landlords need those photos to make a lasting impression. That said, make sure that lasting impression is for all the right reasons! Dull, cluttered, blurry, or dark photos only […]

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Tenants Not Paying Rent During COVID – What is a Landlord to Do?

Posted on by Alyssa Adams
Tenants Not Paying Rent During COVID - What is a Landlord to Do?
09
Feb

Unfortunately for landlords, the COVID-19 pandemic has left many tenants unable to pay for their monthly rent due to shut-downs, furloughs, or complete job loss. As businesses struggle to resume operations, the threat of tenants not being able to afford to pay all of their bills continues to be an issue.  So, what are property […]

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When and How Can Landlords Make Tenants Pay for Repairs?

Posted on by Alyssa Adams
When and How Can Landlords Make Tenants Pay for Repairs?
01
Feb

For landlords and tenants, the line between damages and normal wear and tear must be clearly defined from the start. Therefore, it is critical to outline what happens when repair issues arise to prevent disputes down the road. In general, landlords cover the cost of any standard maintenance in the rental property. That said, some […]

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Property Management, Property Management in Arlington, Property Management in Northern Virginia, Tips for Investing in Rental Properties, Tips for Landlords, Tips for New Landlords

A Quick Guide to Rent Estimates and The Rental Market Outlook for 2021

Posted on by Alyssa Adams
A Quick Guide to Rent Estimates and The Rental Market Outlook for 2021
26
Jan

The COVID-19 pandemic hit landlords hard in 2020. Therefore, with 2021 in full swing, many property owners wonder what the rental market has in store. As regulations tighten and many industries still struggle on the road to recovery, proactively planning for your rental is essential. How much should I charge for rent? Will I be […]

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Complete Rental Property Maintenance Checklist for Landlords

Posted on by Alyssa Adams
The Complete Rental Property Maintenance Checklist for Landlords
07
Jan

Seasonal preventative maintenance is one of the most important tasks for landlords and property managers. Not only is it essential for the preservation of your investment, but it goes a long way to fostering tenant satisfaction. When you do not spend every day in a property, it is easy for things to fall by the […]

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Section 8 Tenants: Legal Aspects you Need to Know

Posted on by Nichole Shahverdi

Landlords have many questions about their rights surrounding Section 8 requirements and restrictions. Can landlords refuse to rent to a voucher holder? No. In Baltimore City, landlords cannot refuse a tenant based on them having a housing voucher. Additionally, Fair Housing Law protects Baltimore City residents from discrimination based on the source of income, which […]

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Should I Accept Housing Vouchers in Baltimore County?

Posted on by Bay Property Management Group
housing voucher baltimore county
10
Jul

A question many Baltimore County landlords struggle with is whether to accept housing vouchers or not. At the end of the day, it can be beneficial for a few reasons. Should you accept vouchers? That depends on what you think after running the pros and cons. Learn more about what renting to section 8 means, […]

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How to Create the Perfect Welcome Package for Your New Tenant

Posted on by Bay Property Management Group
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11
Feb

Making a good first impression is one of the best ways to foster a healthy tenant/landlord relationship. As a landlord, consistently building upon these relationships helps keep tenants happy and in your property for the long haul. This is important since losing a tenant can be costly for your rental property business. So, how can a property owner start […]

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