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Having vacant units can be a difficult time for property owners as the properties are losing income with every passing day. There are also the extra costs incurred in the form of utilities and advertising/marketing costs. After a tenant has moved out, you want to make sure that the unit is left in a good condition and ready for a new occupant. However, due to normal wear and tear and for the purpose of making the unit look more appealing and inviting to tenants, you can change up the space a bit. Having a clean and fresh-looking space can help …

As a landlord in Maryland, you must comply with a wide variety of rental laws, and the Federal Fair Housing Act makes housing equally accessible to minorities by having its own set of rules. Basically, the act makes it illegal for landlords to discriminate against their tenants on the basis of their pertinence to a certain protected group. Below is a basic overview of the state’s anti-discrimination law. What is the Purpose of the Act? The act can also be defined as fair access to housing and means that a tenant has the right to choose a place …

Little things can play a big role in improving your landlord-tenant relationship. After all, property management is largely based on trust. If tenants trust you to keep your word in keeping the rental habitable, then it’s reasonable to conclude they’d want to hang around longer. However, it’s important to place emphasis on building a good relationship. Even if a rental space meets expectations, if the landlord-tenant relationship is problematic, then it can still result in turnovers. As a landlord, you want to cover both aspects by taking care …

If you’re thinking of renting out your Maryland home, there are a variety of things you’ll need to consider. There are many situations that may make someone rent out their home. You may, for instance, be moving to another city and still want to hold on to the property. Also, you may be single and wish to share the mortgage with a roommate. The reasons could be many and varied. Renting out a home, however, isn’t as easy as just placing a tenant in the home and collecting rent. From making the home rent-ready to taking out the proper insurance to…

Long-term tenants are the best thing for landlords. Having them means you don’t need to advertise rental vacancies, screen prospective tenants, or draft new leases. The result is being able to maximize your income, thanks to a steady income and less trouble. Finding such tenants is, however, not the easiest task. It requires skills and experience to land long-term tenants for your rental property. But is it rocket science? Not at all! In this article, we’ll take you through tried-and-tested tips on how to attract long-term tenants for your Mary…