There can be a lot of competition in the rental market, especially if you’re in a popular location or are marketing your unit during peak times such as spring and summer. If you want to improve your odds of attracting tenants and getting the amount of rent you’re asking for, it could be worth considering […]
As the seasons change, so do maintenance tasks for landlords. Being mindful of how the changing weather can affect your investment is crucial to proper upkeep as a property owner. Fall is an important time for property owners in Washington, DC and Maryland, because it precedes the harsh winters we often see in the area. […]
Furnishing your rental property is a big decision to make. A fully furnished unit generally has everything your tenants need to move in without much effort. You also have the option to do a partially furnished unit or an unfurnished unit for your renters. Whether you choose to furnish your rental property depends on your […]
If you have an income property and are thinking about selling it, consider working with a property manager first to revamp your investment. Even if you’re facing building violations, making your property more valuable doesn’t have to be complicated. You can keep your existing tenants happy, improve the state of your property, and create a […]
Part of being a landlord is having to manage tenant complaints and conflicts. It’s not fun, but it’s a part of having people rent your property. Whether there’s an issue due to miscommunication, an error, or a maintenance request that fell through the cracks, it’s important to minimize these conflicts and manage them appropriately when […]
Painting is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can do to improve the value of your rental property. Not only do tenants tend to notice a new paint job, but it’ll also help cover the many minor imperfections that can have a big impact on their overall impression of the property, such as scuff […]
Good tenants aren’t easy to find, and once you do find them, keeping them can be challenging. Your renters’ lives change, and there are unavoidable reasons that they leave, whether to be closer to family, buy a house, or take a job somewhere else. However, some reasons tenants leave are things you have control over […]
If you have an income property in the nation’s capital, you know that keeping your investment running smoothly requires a lot of time and effort. Whether you manage your property completely on your own or have a maintenance person you hire when necessary, being both a landlord and a property manager isn’t something everyone wants […]
What happens when you’ve found great tenants but a couple months into their lease, they ask to paint your rental property? If you’re like many landlords, you’ve stuck to neutral colors such as white, beige, and maybe the occasional gray. Maybe your tenants aren’t keen on these colors, and want to change the walls to […]
Landlords in the D.C. area face many challenges that can cause stress. In order to reduce the anxieties that can impact your peace of mind, you want to be able to anticipate issues and know how to deal with them. Here are three common problems you may encounter and the best way to handle each […]
