Despite the trying challenges and significant changes in the housing market throughout the past few years, Northern Virginia has remained a popular location to reside. That said, one of the more popular towns includes Richmond. Many people live here because of the beautiful views, developing city, and creative culture. If this sounds like a place […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Richmond
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Dec
Dec
Looking at the Top Richmond Employers to Consider in 2022 Over the past year, we’ve experienced ups and downs with businesses and jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, one of the most significant benefits of living near Richmond is having access to a wide range of job opportunities. For instance, ranging from positions in […]
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Nov
Nov
It may surprise some rental owners, but property management and property maintenance are not necessarily the same. For landlords, maintenance is just one item in a long list of responsibilities to keep a rental business running. Savvy investors look to professional management firms to maximize profits while avoiding the daily stresses associated with the rental […]
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Oct
Oct
Tobacco, e-cigarettes, and now, recreational and medical marijuana are all things landlords need to address when adopting rental smoking policies in their investment properties. While keeping tenants happy is a priority, so is the health and well-being of other tenants as well as the property itself. That said, smokers are not protected under the Fair […]
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Sep
Sep
Can landlords evict a non-paying tenant? This continues to be the question on millions of tenant’s and landlord’s minds across the country. Unfortunately, however, many landlords were left confused and frustrated by the changing, and sometimes contradictory, federal and state guidelines throughout the pandemic. In addition, emergency relief programs have struggled to get desperately needed […]
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Aug
Aug
Being a successful rental property landlord can be rewarding but is not always easy. Unfortunately, for every great landlord, there are a few bad ones. Do you know what kind of landlord you are? Becoming successful in such a competitive industry demands landlords be at the top of their game with a commitment to maintaining […]
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Jul
Jul
So many opinions on how to be a successful real estate investor can be overwhelming to new owners. In 2021, investors looking to diversify their current portfolio or take advantage of passive income opportunities turn to real estate. Thanks to developing technology and professional management firms, it is now easier than ever to efficiently manage […]
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Jun
Jun
Tenant screening is a landlord’s best defense against potential problem tenants. However, it is also a process that opens property owners up to major liability if Fair Housing Laws are not carefully followed. In this day and age, lack of knowledge is not a defense. So, landlords must learn and adhere to all federal, state, […]
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Jun
Jun
The short- and long-term rental markets continue to be a booming industry with plenty of opportunities for savvy investors. However, when it comes to making your rental stand out, many owners are left wondering – to furnish or not to furnish? When it comes to deciding between furnished vs. unfurnished units, weighing the pros and […]
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May
The use of lead-based paint in residential housing has been illegal since 1978. Then, in 1992, federal and state governments created laws that aim to protect tenants against the potential health risks of lead paint. This is known as The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Act. That said, enacting lead paint laws does not mean it […]
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