Working with a property management company can eliminate a lot of the stress and hassle that comes with managing rental properties, especially in the large region of Baltimore County. In fact, here are some of the main reasons you should consider hiring a property management company, regardless of how many rental properties you currently own: […]
Category Archives: Tips for Landlords
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Apr
Apr
According to the National Association of Realtors, in 2015 an estimated 1.09 million vacation homes were purchased for investment reasons alone. Representing an increase for the first time in 5 years, it might be time for you to consider investing in a Prince George’s County vacation home that you can lease to tenants looking to […]
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Apr
Apr
In the past, we have discussed ways to protect your rental investments from tenants who use your rental property on marketplaces such as Airbnb as a way to sublet your home. But have you put any thought into general subleasing options and how that may affect your rental property business? Today we will look at what exactly subleasing a […]
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Mar
Mar
In order to sustain a long-lasting rental property that will create positive cash flow, you must maintain your property on a consistent basis. No matter how thoroughly you screen your tenants, what kind of background checks you perform, how timely their rent payments are, or how highly recommended they come from previous landlords, the truth is […]
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Mar
Mar
Some landlords seem to have it all: they make a nice a chunk of money each month from their rental property investments, their tenants love them, and they’re able to take vacations without their business suffering. On the other hand, less successful landlords are often forced to deal with lots of stress, difficult tenants, the financial […]
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Mar
Mar
As you move further into 2016, it is important you stay ahead of the rental trends that are emerging this year. Being as prepared as possible for any upcoming changes in the rental property business, especially in the Baltimore County area, is one way you will be able to turn an annual profit and hopefully […]
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Mar
Mar
There are 78.6 million Americans that can be classified as millennials today. Making up a staggering 26.3 million American households, it is no wonder landlords are tapping into millennials’ desires to continue renting as opposed to becoming homeowners. Millennials have quickly become the nation’s largest generation, even outnumbering the Baby Boomers. And, despite it being 23% cheaper to […]
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Mar
Mar
Many people decide to start a career as a self-employed landlord to avoid having to work for someone else and handle unwanted tasks. however, they quickly learn that unpleasant tasks can be an everyday part of being a landlord, no matter how much experience they have in renting properties. If that situation sounds all too […]
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Feb
Feb
Many landlords get into the rental property business with the dream of securing passive income. Income to pay the bills, fund fancy vacations, and maybe even secure a long retirement, all without having to do any work. While passive income can become a reality for many involved in real estate, it is important to remember that […]
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Feb
Feb
You’ve finally found the perfect rental property for your rapidly growing Howard County property management business, but maybe you have a few questions about the area you found it in. How safe is the neighborhood? What demographic will be attracted to living in this area? What should a landlord really know about the community? It’s time to […]