As a landlord, attracting reliable, long-term tenants is vital for maintaining a stable rental income and minimizing vacancies. Long-term tenants not only provide a steady stream of revenue but also contribute to a strong and harmonious rental community. But how can you attract long-term, stable tenants for your Maryland income property? Here, we discuss some […]
As a landlord in DC, you may encounter situations where an existing tenant requests to bring in a roommate. This decision can have both advantages and disadvantages for you as the property owner. As such, before granting permission, it’s essential to weigh the pros and cons to ensure it aligns with your rental property policies […]
So your tenant is moving out and wants to know when they will get their security deposit back. The security deposit is typically one month’s rent; however, in Maryland, a landlord can charge as much as two months’ worth of rent for the deposit. If your tenant has paid their rent every month, abided by […]
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 […]
Maintenance is one of the most important parts of having an income property in Washington, DC. But it can also be one of the most challenging. Knowing which responsibilities belong to you as a landlord and to your tenants is essential to keeping everyone happy and your property running smoothly. All maintenance responsibilities should be […]
Being a landlord in the nation’s capital often means dealing with leftover tenant belongings at the end of a lease or after an eviction has taken place. Whether or not a tenant has voluntarily left the property, people frequently leave behind items or trash that they don’t want to take with them when they move. […]
It’s never easy to find out your tenant wants to prematurely end their lease. As a landlord, you not only count on the income from your investment property, but it’s also in your best interest to keep your unit filled, and not just for monetary reasons. A vacant unit can increase your property insurance, and […]
