Warmer weather brings new life and an excellent opportunity for a Spring refresh of your rental property. After all, periodic deep cleaning and preventative maintenance help to keep rental properties in tip-top shape. That said, it is easy to get lost in the many tasks and forget key areas. So, to help you tackle your […]
Category Archives: Tips for Tenants
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Apr
Apr
Everyone wants to have their house feel like a home, including renters. However, moving into a rental means making large-scale permanent changes are not always a possibility. Thankfully, modern materials and a little ingenuity allow renters to personalize spaces with little effort. Continue along with us below as we discuss easy improvements for renters and […]
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Apr
Apr
Cities and towns across our nation are finally trying to put the COVID-19 pandemic behind us. With that, Spring welcomes the return of many community events, cultural attractions, and fun family activities. Even with continued social distance modifications and required face masks, individuals are ready to head back out and enjoy the chance to return […]
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Mar
Mar
As more and more Baltimore residents receive the COVID-19 vaccine, the hope is that life may soon return to normal. That said, anyone involved in the rental industry will likely feel the pandemic’s effects long after it is gone. Many tenants in Baltimore City have lost hours or employment altogether, making it difficult to make […]
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Jan
Jan
Renting an apartment is a costly and emotional process. As a tenant, you want to do everything you can to ensure a confident decision. So, how do you know landlords have been upfront with all the details that are important to you? The answer is to ask the right questions! While the rental ad may […]
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Jan
Jan
How many of us have ever had to deal with an incessantly noisy neighbor or other disruptive circumstances? It happens, and when it does, it creates a sometimes hostile but always unenjoyable experience. For landlords, handling complaints from tenants may bring up the phrase “covenant of quiet enjoyment.” Although it may sound obscure, this legal […]
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Dec
Dec
They say you do not realize what you have until you must pack and move it all. Moving is a stressful, exhausting, and daunting process at any time. However, the added strain of moving during the COVID-19 pandemic creates another layer of concerns and considerations. That said, some people’s circumstances do not offer timing flexibility, […]
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Dec
Dec
The COVID-19 has hijacked many fun festivities as we head into this Winter season. It is no doubt that gatherings will look different this year, but the holiday spirit is in full swing. Despite the pandemic, tenants may want to have small gatherings, spend extra time decorating, or skip town to visit close family. How […]
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Apr
Apr
Let’s face it, D.C. rent prices are high, and the rental properties are usually pretty small compared to units outside of the city. Rental living can come with a host of benefits like amenities, location, on-site maintenance, etc. However, having limited space does have its setbacks, and not having enough (or any) closet or pantry […]
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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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