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Category Archives: Property Management in Northern Virginia

How to Create a Green Living Guide for Your Tenants

Many people are making environmental care and eco-friendliness a priority right now. Green living is a lifestyle focused on reducing one’s impact on the environment by making more sustainable choices. Today, we’re reviewing what it means to live “green,” why it matters, and how to create a Green Living Guide for your tenants.  Contents of […]

Pros and Cons of Offering Rent-to-Own Options

Have you ever thought about selling your rental property through a rent-to-own agreement? A rent-to-own agreement allows a tenant to put their monthly rent payments toward the final purchase of the rental home. After an agreed-upon amount of time, the renter can then purchase the home for the price stated in the agreement. Would you […]

What Makes a Neighborhood Family-Friendly for Renters?

Modern suburban street with rows of red-brick houses, parked cars, and small trees along the sidewalk. In the foreground is a large circular overlay featuring the logo of Bay Property Management Group and the text "What Makes a Neighborhood Family-Friendly for Renters?"

If you have a family, you know how important their safety and well-being are. So, if you plan on moving, you’ll likely prioritize those things by finding a family-friendly neighborhood. Now, this can look different for everyone, but it typically consists of a safe area with good schools and plenty of family-friendly activities. Today, we’re […]

Employee Spotlight – Claire Tapales, BMG Property Manager

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At Bay Property Management Group, we are Baltimore property management professionals focused on customer service. Furthermore, our goal is to make property ownership both a pleasurable and profitable experience for our clients. We know that our success is due to our awesome team members and how they each contribute something special to our property management […]

The Importance of Regular Basement Inspections

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When you own a home or rental property, the last thing you want to deal with is detrimental issues that impact the home’s habitability. If your home has a basement, taking proper care of it is crucial. After all, issues in the basement can impact the safety, structural integrity, and overall value of a property. […]

Property Management and AI: Benefits for Landlords 

The worlds of property management and AI are colliding, and outlets like Forbes and the Property Manager Insider have noticed. Thanks to AI, property managers will be able to streamline many of the stressors you face as a landlord. Rent collection, identifying maintenance needs, and other nuisances could become a 5-minute-long errand. Your property manager […]

The Importance of Title Insurance in Real Estate

Obtaining the title of a property is one of the most crucial steps in buying real estate. Having the title confirms that you’ve received ownership rights for the property from the seller. However, homebuyers need to ensure there are no issues with the title or the property before going through with the sale. Today, we’re […]

Top 10 Signs You Have a Bad Landlord and How to Deal with Them

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For every great landlord, there are infinitely more horrible ones. Thus, tenants must be vigilant when selecting their next rental home. While location, size, price, and amenities are significant aspects to searching for the right place, tenants are not just renting a home; they are entering a long-term relationship with the landlord. So, it is […]

Buying a Rental Property: 5 Steps to Find the Best Place

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When searching for the best place to buy a rental property, you can’t forget certain factors. After all, you could lose money if you let them slip through the cracks. There are essential processes everyone must go through before they take that jump. Let’s go through them step-by-step.   Key Takeaway You can determine the […]

Survival Guide for a First-time Renter: 5 Essential Tips!

So here you are, a first-time renter! Congratulations! You are onto your next big step toward independence, and this is a moment to bask in pride. But renting comes with significant responsibility. After all, you are entering into a legal contract, and there is quite a bit of money at stake. So today, we will […]