Are you interested in learning more about property management for your rental home? In this section, you will learn about what a property manager can do for your needs as a landlord, and how you can collaborate with a property management company to arrive at the best plan for your investment. You will also find information about property management fees, property maintenance and upkeep, and the package of services offered by a property management company.
If you have already decided that you want to work with a property management company, this section will help you to compare and contrast the services and packages offered by different companies. How do you know if a property management company is the right fit for you? You’ll learn how to evaluate which companies are a match for your property’s needs. This section will also provide you with information about evaluating the ethics and credentials of potential property managers for your rental property.
Being a landlord is difficult. Doing it yourself means you have to find and screen tenants, keep up with maintenance, and handle the financial end of the business.
While DC area rents are high, and good landlords can make a decent income, there is one nightmare situation that causes even the best … Continue reading…
You’ve made the decision to switch from managing your own properties to hiring a property manager. Be proud of yourself. You’ve taken a big step to relieve yourself of the day-to-day headaches of dealing with your investments on your own.
But transitioning isn’t easy for some, especially when … Continue reading…
Successful landlords can do very well in the DC rental market. But the key to building wealth through real estate rentals can be tricky. You want to spend as little as possible in order to see a healthy return, but you need to maintain your property in order to keep tenants happy.
That’s where … Continue reading…
Have you ever wondered how you can avoid having to find new tenants and sign new leases? It’s actually pretty simple.
The best way to retain your residents and have them renew their leases year after year is to have happy residents. Happy residents equate to long-term residents, which is your … Continue reading…
On the surface, becoming a landlord seems like a simple decision.
You choose a property, invest just enough to turn a profit, and choose a credit-worthy tenant. The rent is paid on time, nothing ever breaks, and your monthly rental income is sufficient to cover your mortgage (if you have one) and … Continue reading…
Figuring how to choose a property management company can be a big challenge. The stakes are high – you’re looking for a firm or person you can trust to take care of a very valuable investment, maybe even your own home. And not everyone uses the services of a property manager, so recommendations from … Continue reading…
You may know that property managers screen applicants for past evictions, poor credit and criminal backgrounds. And that they collect rent payments and send someone to deal with maintenance issues.
But did you know property managers can also rent your property faster, make your life easier and … Continue reading…
You’ve decided that you need professional property management services for your investment property. And you can almost feel the relief of being able to hand off the landlord tasks to a pro. But first, you should know what to look for in a trustworthy property management company.
How can you find … Continue reading…
Long-distance owners can pay a virtual visit to their properties with a few taps on their smartphone thanks to industry technology that also boosts the efficiency and service of companies that use it to manage those investments.
Advanced property management software offers web-based portals … Continue reading…
Hiring a property management company can save you time and money, especially if you own multiple properties, live far from your rental property or have a busy schedule. Companies can also monitor your property and protect you from problems that can impact its value and your … Continue reading…
