As of now, there are over 2.5 million electronic cigarette users in the United States. And while e-cigarettes are still a relatively new trend in America, the truth is that it is gaining in popularity. Deciding whether the use of e-cigarettes constitutes “smoking” and whether they should ultimately be allowed in your non-smoking property is […]
Category Archives: Tips for Landlords
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Jul
Jul
Howard County, MD, offers everything from bustling cities to rolling countryside. The convenience of an easy commute to Baltimore or Washington DC continues to draw people to the area. Whether you are a landlord looking to invest or a tenant in search of a home, check out this list of the best Howard County neighborhoods […]
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Should I Accept Housing Vouchers in Baltimore County?
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Jul
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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Jul
Jul
Students can be a wonderful source of ongoing rental income, especially since many students either choose not to live on campus after their freshman year, or the campus simply does not provide enough student housing to meet the needs of all the students. If you have a well maintained rental property, near campus, or […]
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Apr
Apr
Facing the fact that your Anne Arundel rental property has recently become vacant is never fun. However, vacancies are a part of being in the rental property business and must be dealt with swiftly. Crafting the perfect rental property listing is the first step to overcoming vacancy. We have previously discussed on our blog […]
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Dec
Dec
Self-managing your Laurel rental property may sound like a good idea initially. However, what you may not realize when you get into the rental property business is how much work is involved, and how much money needs to go into properly managing every aspect of your tenant’s stay in your investment property. Not understanding the […]
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Dec
Dec
Keeping your tenants happy is the best way to continue collecting a consistent stream of rental income, prevent an unnecessary vacancy, and of course, build your Owings Mills rental property business into one that is reputable and successful. That said, how you keep your tenants happy can be challenging at times. There are so many […]
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Dec
Dec
The way you structure your lease agreement is going to set the tone for the entire term of your Potomac tenants’ stay. In fact, the lease is often considered the crux of your entire rental property business. However, drafting your own lease agreement from scratch can be challenging if you self-manage your rental properties and […]
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Dec
Dec
Conducting routine inspections of your rental property throughout your tenant’s lease term is an excellent way to ensure your property is being well maintained. Plus, it offers you a chance to address small maintenance and repair issues before they become bigger, as well as the chance to make sure your tenants are satisfied. It is […]
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Dec
Dec
First impressions are everything in life. In order to make new friends, get hired for a new position, and yes, even to land a new tenant in your Elkridge rental property, first impressions are important. As a landlord, you may not be too keen on the idea of investing your hard earned money into landscaping […]