Before 2020, it was hard to imagine a world that was essentially shut down. Quarantining, social distancing, and wearing masks were not the norm until the COVID-19 pandemic hit. As you can imagine, it changed how most people lived their everyday lives, including at work. Some people switched from working in-office to working from home, […]
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2021 Rental Property Tax Checklist and Tips for Landlords
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Jan
Jan
While many benefits come with investing in real estate, tax time can still be a significant source of stress for property owners. Investors that aren’t well versed in tax requirements, deductions, and processes may quickly become overwhelmed. At the same time, the Covid-19 pandemic has posed many tax changes for people worldwide, including landlords and […]
22
Oct
Oct
Children young and old look forward to Halloween festivities every year. The candy, the costumes, and the crisp Fall weather draw crowds to both public events and neighborhood trick or treating. However, as COVID concerns continue, especially among young children, what can families do to be safe and still enjoy Halloween this year. Join us […]
06
Oct
Oct
The COVID pandemic has changed many things in the rental industry. However, landlords must have comprehensive and fair rental screening policies that remain consistent. That said, many renters had their income interrupted or even faced eviction due to the pandemic. So, how should future landlords view these circumstances? The trouble is, without thorough screening, landlords […]
30
Sep
Sep
The COVID pandemic and resulting eviction moratoriums changed the dynamic between many tenants and landlords. While restrictions ramped up, the government stepped in to provide emergency relief to those facing financial hardship due to COVID. Both the CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act promised crucial funding, but so far, only a tiny fraction has […]
23
Sep
Sep
Can landlords evict a non-paying tenant? This continues to be the question on millions of tenant’s and landlord’s minds across the country. Unfortunately, however, many landlords were left confused and frustrated by the changing, and sometimes contradictory, federal and state guidelines throughout the pandemic. In addition, emergency relief programs have struggled to get desperately needed […]
08
Sep
Sep
Confusion, frustration, and fear are all words that could easily describe the ever-changing COVID-19 eviction moratorium. As the months’ tick by, both landlords and tenants face uphill battles of a different kind. Plus, navigating the laws and relief program requirements can prove daunting. As the Federal Eviction Moratorium issued by the CDC expired, states and […]
20
Aug
Aug
For students in Prince George’s County and across Maryland, the first day of the 2021-22 school year is approaching quickly. Prince George’s County recently announced its plan to return to in-person learning ahead of a September 8th start date. After a year of virtual classes, students, teachers, and parents will have to readjust to schedules, […]
12
Jul
Jul
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) once again extended the national ban on evictions. What was supposed to expire on June 30th has now been pushed to July 31, 2021. In a statement made June 24th, the CDC said that this was intended to be the final extension of the orders meant to […]
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Jun
Jun
The effects of the COVID housing crisis will be felt in the rental industry for years to come. While new legislation protected tenants from unpaid rent evictions, landlords with non-paying tenants found little relief or sympathy for their own financial wellbeing. As current orders are set to expire, the day of reckoning is coming. So, […]