If you own and manage rental properties, you know the importance of maintenance and repairs. When issues arise in rental units, it’s important to take care of them promptly to ensure tenant safety, satisfaction, and comfort. Today, we’ll review some of the most common tenant requests, how to handle them, and additional upgrades you may […]
Category Archives: Property Management in Washington, D.C.
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Oct
Oct
The rental industry is governed by federal, state, and local landlord-tenant laws. Therefore, both tenants and landlords must understand their rights and responsibilities. Although tenants must hold up their end of the lease, landlords are held to a very high standard regarding habitability standards, building codes, and fair housing. Continue reading below as we examine […]
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Sep
Sep
Being able to collect rent from tenants on time each month is the key to a successful rental business. When you have reliable, high-value tenants, your investment in rental property truly pays off. However, when tenants repeatedly pay late – or not at all – it can create frustration and misunderstandings between landlords and tenants. […]
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Aug
Aug
Lately, landlords have been in the news–and not in a good way. Everyone knows that inflation has affected most people’s finances. However, some individuals think landlords are contributing to the housing crisis by raising rent, evicting tenants, and making affordable housing less attainable. In the video below, we discuss why people have issues with landlords, […]
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Aug
Aug
At Bay Property Management Group, we are 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 company. […]
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Jul
Jul
Terrible tenants can make your job as a landlord tough. Some of them pay rent late every month, while others are careless and damage your property. Most property owners face the hassle of dealing with difficult tenants at some point, and it is not easy. Fortunately, we have put together a list of types of […]
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Jun
Jun
Whether you’re looking to move to your first rental property or have been living in rentals for years, it’s important to look carefully at each listing. Evaluating rental listings diligently ensures that you know what the rental property looks like, the utilities you’d be responsible for, and the essential policies you need to know. In […]
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May
May
When you own rental properties, keeping a consistent line of communication with tenants and property managers is essential. As such, when you implement a tenant portal, you can inform tenants about everything happening regarding their unit. For instance, you can keep important documents easily accessible and communicate important notices, like maintenance reminders, with the push […]
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Apr
Apr
Owning vacation rentals is a great way to earn high returns and quickly grow your investment portfolio. However, choosing the right location and amenities for your vacation home is one of the most critical factors in its performance. To learn more about the top rental amenities for travelers and how to make your vacation rental […]
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Mar
Mar
Most people know what it’s like to experience an unexpected junk fee. Whether you’ve encountered undisclosed application fees, service fees, or overdraft fees, it’s never a pleasant surprise. The Biden Administration urges Congress to pass a Junk Fee Prevention Act to combat excessive junk fees. If you want to learn more about the Prevention Act […]