While you’re relieved to have good tenants, your tenants are happy with a landlord they like and trust. But being a good landlord to your tenants won’t just keep them happy – it’ll likely help you as well by allowing you to keep long-term tenants in your properties and avoid the costs that result from […]
Category Archives: Tips for Landlords
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Dec
Dec
If you’re looking for a great way to make some income in addition to your full-time job (or to make enough income to replace it), you’ve probably considered starting a rental property business. But maybe you’re feeling uncertain about how it all works. Specifically, you might be wondering what options you have when you’re looking […]
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Nov
Nov
Transamerica Center’s 15th Annual Retirement Survey shows that 78% of workers are saving for retirement right now. Are you one of those workers? If not, it’s time for you to start saving. While the thought of budgeting for a retirement fund may seem daunting if you don’t have much expendable income, it can be much […]
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Nov
Nov
As a landlord, you do not want just anyone leasing your rental home. You want good quality people that will pay their rent on time, respect your property, and follow the terms of the lease agreement. As if handling a rental property wasn’t enough, the last thing a landlord, or their Howard County property management […]
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Nov
Nov
Did you know that 60% of renters are under the age of 40? Many of these renters are millennials, ranging in age from 18 to 34 as of 2015. Often, they prefer renting over home ownership because: They are paying off huge amounts of student debt and cannot afford home ownership. Their career requires them […]
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Nov
Nov
Holding an open house is one of the most effective ways to attract new tenants to your property. At first, this may seem like the easiest process ever. You might think that all you need to do is open the doors and let whoever shows up walk inside and look around. But it isn’t always […]
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Nov
Nov
Mold contamination in homes, offices, and other indoor environments have been on the rise over the past 20 years. Though no one wants to hear that their rental home has mold polluting the air their tenants breathe, it is more common than one might like to admit. Unfortunately, discovering mold in your rental property can […]
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Nov
Nov
You might find it difficult to work productively every day, especially when you’re a Baltimore County landlord with tons of tasks that need to be completed. It’s often tempting to get distracted by a time-waster like social media and let that distraction take over your day. While it’s perfectly fine to take breaks from […]
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Nov
Nov
Buying a property with the intention of using it as a rental can be a sound financial investment. However, there is more to renting out a property in Montgomery County than simply purchasing a home and finding tenants to pay your mortgage for you. It is important new landlords choose the right property in order […]
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Oct
Oct
Obtaining a security deposit is one of the most important things a landlord can do before renting out their Howard County property. In fact, those that do not require a security deposit from their tenants often face many costly expenses when their tenant moves out. Unfortunately this leaves the landlord responsible for damage to their […]