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How to Attract and Retain Gen X Renters in Washington DC

May 17, 2019

It’s no secret that the solution to short vacancies is identifying your target demographic. There are apparent discrepancies among generations [...] Read more

What Makes Hiring Real Property Management Washington DC the Best Value in the Business?

May 3, 2019

Man Standing with Finance Graphics for Southwest Waterfront Rental Home Profits

Employing a property management company is a standout amongst the most critical choices a successful real estate investor can make. [...] Read more

How to Attract and Retain Baby Boomer Renters in Chevy Chase

April 19, 2019

Happy Couple Moving into Chevy Chase Rental Home

Not much has garnered attention recently compared to the aging of the generation born after World War II. The “Baby [...] Read more

Does Your Bloomingdale Tenant Have a Green Thumb?

April 5, 2019

Bloomingdale Rental Property with Perfectly Maintained Yard with Flower Beds

A lot of renters take pleasure in their Bloomingdale rental homes, wanting a charming and well-kept spot to live. For [...] Read more

Stopping Washington DC Tenant “Improvements” in Their Tracks

March 22, 2019

Washington DC Tenant Taking Care of Some Home Repairs

As a landlord who is mindful of your Washington DC rental property, it is part of your duty to ensure [...] Read more

Washington DC Resident Applicant Review

February 26, 2018

Finding the right resident in Washington DC is the most important step in renting out your home. Many landlords are […]

Student Debt Affects Housing Market

February 2, 2018

According to a recent study by John Burns Consulting, student loan debt has had an extreme impact on home sales. […]

Washington DC Property Management: Markets We Serve

January 26, 2018

In today’s complex world of Washington DC property management, investment property owners are experiencing increased tenant and regulatory demands as […]

Making a Plan

January 20, 2018

While in the rental property purchasing phase, your priorities are location, location, location. But after acquiring a property and renting […]

Encouraging Tenants to Know Their Neighbors May Lead to Safer Neighborhoods for Washington DC Investors

January 3, 2018

Nextdoor is one of the newest social networking services for residents to discover their communities. They recently conducted a survey […]

In the Shoes of a Renter

December 27, 2017

Have you ever rented a home that you that you ended up hating? Maybe the home was old and had [...] Read more

Collections – What You Need to Know

December 2, 2017

When you own rental property, your goal comes down to the amount of rent you collect. It would be nice […]

Owners and Tenants: Prepare Your Property for Fall

November 6, 2017

As the cooler weather approaches, it’s time to perform some property maintenance to ensure your investment property is as prepared [...] Read more

Washington DC Property Management: Protecting Your Vacant Rental While on Vacation

August 15, 2017

Are you in between tenants for your rental property? Leaving on vacation soon? Making sure your rental property is safe […]

Rental Property Management in Washington DC Keeps Things Cool By Performing Summer Preventative Maintenance

June 17, 2017

We all love summer. The picnics, BBQs, pool time, family reunions, and home improvement projects are just part of what […]

Happy Memorial Day!

May 25, 2017

Please note that the Real Property Management Washington DC will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2017 in observance of […]

Hassle Free Evictions

May 18, 2017

Dealing with evictions is an unfortunate part of doing business in the Washington DC investment property industry. Even though the […]

Retirement Income: Have You Considered a Rental Property?

May 14, 2017

Most Americans find saving for retirement income difficult. Today, the key ways this is done is through Individual Retirement Accounts […]

Landlords: Pet Safe Landscaping for Your Single-Family Rental House

May 6, 2017

As a landlord, you have several good reasons to allow tenants to keep pets in your single-family rental home. Allowing […]

Wanted: Good Tenants for your Rental Units

April 29, 2017

RPM Washington DC can tell you that one sign of a good tenant is one who consistently pays the rent […]

Are You Renting to A “Hoarder”? 5 Strategies to Handle the Issue

April 25, 2017

Though hoarding has been a hidden disorder for several years, in 2013, the American Psychiatric Association officially recognized hoarding as […]

Washington DC Property Owners Ask: What Are the Dangers of Lead Based Paint?

April 19, 2017

Lead poisoning has become a more common occurrence across the nation, especially in young children. The EPA has found that […]

Taking the Mystery out of Rental Property Tax Deductions

April 7, 2017

Being a landlord is a lot of work, but it also offers some of the most readily available rental property […]

Avoiding Tenant Turnover

March 30, 2017

There is nothing like losing a tenant to kill your cash flow. Advertising, and maintenance work to get a unit [...] Read more

Spring Cleaning Means Rental Property Inspection

March 25, 2017

Spring 2017 is officially here! After months of cold weather and a dark winter, we often get the itch to [...] Read more

Decisions Made Today Impact Your Tomorrow

March 16, 2017

Purchasing a rental property is like going to college; whether or not you decide to go to college affects many […]

Pet-Friendly Renting Can Increase Rent Revenue

March 9, 2017

Pet-Friendly Renting Can Increase Rent Revenue As a residential rental property owner, your goal is to add to your cash [...] Read more

The True Cost of Showing your Rental Property in Washington DC

February 19, 2017

Having researched and followed applicable laws with regard to renting out your property, setting an appropriate rent and security deposit, [...] Read more

Renting Out Your Home in Washington DC: Initial Legal Concerns & Costs

February 18, 2017

So you have decided to make some extra money by renting out your home in Washington DC . Before making [...] Read more

Washington DC: Water Heater Maintenance – Clean Your Air Filter

February 10, 2017

Water heater maintenance is straightforward, and many property owners in Washington DC know how to do the basics, such as [...] Read more

Washington DC Rental Property Maintenance Myths

February 3, 2017

There are several recurring rumors regarding rental repairs in Washington DC, and many misinformed myths misconstruing maintenance matters. While the [...] Read more

Happy Tenants Matter

January 6, 2017

Keeping clients happy is key to the success of any business. Think of your renters as an unofficial business partner; [...] Read more

Five Simple Steps to a Rent Ready Home

December 12, 2016

Five Simple Steps to a Rent Ready Home in DC! The thought of getting your property rent ready may [...] Read more

Get Those Maintenance Expenses Back on Track!

November 14, 2016

When a marital relationship is in a state of disrepair, oftentimes the couple will seek out marriage counseling to get […]

DIY Property Management in Washington D.C Creating Headaches for Local Neighborhoods

November 4, 2016

Investing in real estate over the last 50 years has usually been a safe bet. While it has had its [...] Read more

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