Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 27, 2025

Wondering, “what credit score do you need to rent an apartment?” Luckily, while a high score is important, its not the only thing landlords look at. Let’s break down what landlords consider so you know what you need to do to pass their sniff test. What Credit Score Do You Need to Rent an Apartment?

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 22, 2025

But dont worrythere are still ways to rent after one, even if it feels tough. Main Takeaways Knowing exactly how to rent with an eviction on your record can seem daunting. You could rebuild your rental history with short-term rentals, use honesty as the best policy with potential landlords, rent with a co-signer, and seek legal aid.

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Bay Property Management Group

JANUARY 26, 2025

Many landlords ask, ‘is rental income taxable?’ ’ Whether you’re renting out one property or several, understanding taxes is crucial for your business’s health. As property management in Baltimore can tell you, renting out a property is a business. Read below to learn more! Is Rental Income Taxable?

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

Thats where renters’ liability insurance comes init helps cover these unexpected costs. If you’re wondering what renters’ liability insurance is, how it works, what it covers and costs, and most importantly, whether you truly need it, we’re here to help. What Is Renters’ Liability Insurance?

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Buildium

MARCH 19, 2025

If youre a landlord, understanding tax accounting for rental property is a surefire way to get save bookkeeping time while getting most return for your investment. This isn’t just limited to the monthly rent; it also encompasses other payments such as advance rent, security deposits, and lease cancellation fees.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

When people set up their monthly budget, rent is usually the #1 priority, followed by utilities. That’s why some landlords bundle certain utilities with the rent. Still, what utilities are included in the rent, exactly? What Utilities Are Typically Included in the Rent? We’ll get into it below.

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MRI Software

MARCH 5, 2025

Renting out property can be a great way to generate income, but it also comes with potential financial risks. Landlords may face various liability risks, from tenant injuries to property damage claims. Without the right protection, landlords could encounter costly lawsuits and unexpected expenses that threaten their investment.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 8, 2025

By Michael Coleman and Faris Babineaux Associates, Haynes Boone As of May 7, 2025, Washington state has a new rent control law under House Bill 1217. Washington is now the third state in the country with a statewide rent cap, joining California and Oregon. It only applies to increases on or after that date.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 30, 2025

Thinking about renting in Northern Virginia? But before you sign that lease, its good to know what youre really getting intofrom the average rent in Northern Virginia to the hidden fees and seasonal trends that affect pricing. What Is the Average Rent in Northern Virginia? Read below to learn more. and urban amenities.

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Hospitable

JULY 4, 2025

Airbnb vs. Renting: Which Option Is Better? However, one of the main discussion points among real estate investors is the debate about whether to list a property on Airbnb or opt for traditional long-term renting. In this article, we’ll compare Airbnb vs. renting to help you discover the pros and cons of each rental strategy.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Ask about the lease duration, renewal process, rent amount, additional fees, and policies on subletting or early termination. Know Whats Included in Your Rent – Clarify whether utilities like water, electricity, gas, and internet are included in the rent or if they need to be paid separately.

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Property Management Inc.

JULY 14, 2025

Late rent payments can feel like a curveball. Still, tenants missing rent payments somehow becomes a part of the game. Key Takeaways Offer empathy and consistent communication to handle late rent issues while building tenant trust. Understanding Late Rent Payments Managing late rent payments requires more than frustration.

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Hospitable

JULY 30, 2025

Airbnb Insurance for Hosts By The Hospitable Team Beginner's Guides , OTAs Being an Airbnb host can help you earn extra income, but what if something happens to your vacation rental property when you open it to temporary guests? Airbnb started offering insurance for hosts in 2011. AirCover for Hosts: How Does It Protect You?

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Buildium

MAY 15, 2025

List your expected rent income and subtract all expenses, such as your mortgage, taxes, insurance, maintenance, and vacancy periods. And don’t forget to update your insurance to landlord coverage it’s designed to protect rental property owners more thoroughly than a standard homeowners policy.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 4, 2025

For investors looking to build without spending millions on land, or landlords who want a more passive investment, this kind of lease could be the golden ticket. Ground leases let tenants develop land without owning it, offering benefits like lower upfront costs but posing risks such as rising rent and loss of improvements.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Thats why many landlords balance hands-on work with outsourcing to maximize tax benefits. Even though you cant claim a tax deduction from your hands-on work, it increases your propertys appeal and market value, which can attract better tenants and higher rent in the long run. That said, your efforts arent wasted.

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Authority Property Management

MARCH 28, 2025

Why Small, Annual Increases Are Best for You and Your Tenants As a landlord or property owner in Redding, CA, when was the last time you raised the rent on your tenants? Many property owners hesitate to increase rent, either because it feels awkward to bring up or because they worry it might push good tenants out the door.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Thats why landlords often ask for pet depositsto protect their property in the event Fido goes a little too far. Pet deposits are basically a landlord’s safety net, a form of informal “insurance.” Pet deposits are basically a landlord’s safety net, a form of informal “insurance.”

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Muldoon Associates

JULY 17, 2025

That can feel pretty frustrating, especially if you’re a landlord or a rental property owner who is trying to keep up and stay in compliance. Let’s talk about some of the newest and most important laws in the Colorado landlord and tenant space right now. So let’s unpack what this means to Colorado landlords.

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Bay Property Management Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

For instance, if a landlord rents out an apartment, they’re a lessor making a rental agreement with a tenant (lessee). For example, the lessor could be a landlord renting out an apartment, a tenant subletting their rental, a business leasing out office space, or even someone renting out equipment. utilities).

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Buildium

JUNE 12, 2025

To keep up, landlords and property managers are turning to software that helps them automate tasks, stay organized, and grow their businesses. On the surface, both offer tools for managing leases, collecting rent, and tracking income and expenses. Renters want quick responses, online payments, and a hassle-free leasing process.

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Beach Front Property Management

JUNE 18, 2025

When most people think about property management, they picture someone collecting rent or handling basic maintenance. A professional property manager can help you: Stay compliant with changing landlord-tenant laws like AB 1482. Coordinate repairs with licensed and insured vendors. That’s a gross monthly rent roll of $48,000.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 16, 2025

But the actual ownership stays with the landlord. During this time, they can renovate the units, raise rents, and manage tenants as if it’s their own property. They’re in charge of virtually everything—from repairs to collecting rent. This often gives them room to raise rents and boost the property’s overall performance.

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InveServe

MAY 8, 2025

When you own a California rental property, insurance is more than just a checkboxits a key part of your financial safety net. But landlord insurance policies can be confusing if youre not sure what each section means or how it protects you. Many landlords realize this only after facing a claim.

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T&H Realty

JULY 28, 2025

I still feel that familiar sting when a maintenance charge trims the rent deposit. If you’ve ever thought, “I could fix that for five bucks,” you’re not wrong — if you have the time, tools, expertise, transportation, scheduling bandwidth, and insurance. per mile for fuel, wear‑and‑tear, insurance, and depreciation.

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Authority Property Management

MARCH 14, 2025

Maximizing Financial Gains: Why Renting Out Your Home Could Be a Smart Move If you're considering moving to a new home but aren't ready to part with your current one, you might be asking yourself: should I turn my primary residence into a rental property? Insurance Adjustments Standard homeowners insurance wont cover a rental property.

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Buildium

JULY 16, 2025

Fair Housing and Legal Compliance: Learn federal and state fair housing laws, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, eviction procedures, lease agreements, and landlord-tenant laws to reduce legal exposure.

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Bay Property Management Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Most landlords worry about chasing late rent, getting repairs done, or dealing with difficult tenants. Signs Your Property Might Have a Phrogger As a landlord, you are always checking on things like repairs, rent, and who is moving in or out. Surprisingly, some landlords have found phroggers on their premises.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 1, 2025

Sometimes, to make accommodations for the property, the landlord may need to make certain changes that help the leaseholder feel more comfortable. These improvements are often considered capital assets and may require landlord approval, licensed contractors, and lease review before starting.

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 22, 2025

Since you have four separate units, you can collect rent from multiple tenants all under one roof. Also, if you so choose, you can live in one unit and rent out the other three. Here’s what: Multiple Income Streams Investing in a fourplex lets you collect rent from four separate units at the time.

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Rental Housing Journal

JULY 8, 2025

The multifamily rent forecast from Yardi Matrix says the multifamily sector is heading into the summer leasing season amid a complex mix of economic signals. Rent growth in 2025 has underperformed historic norms. percent rent growth in 2025 and 1.2 Rents Up 0.2% Rents Up 0.2% Read the full report here.

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Real Property Management Choice

APRIL 17, 2025

For real estate investors and Carson landlords, effectively marketing and leasing a rental home is the key to maximizing ROI and ensuring long-term profitability. Yet, not all landlords we talk to are leveraging this information to its full potential. Tenant Retention Retention can be more cost-effective than marketing a vacancy.

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Bay Property Management Group

MARCH 3, 2025

The savviest landlords and property managers in Baltimore use NOI to assess a property’s financial health and find ways to improve its value over time. For example, when most people hear “rental income,” they immediately conjure up rent payments in their heads, but it’s so much more than that.

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RL Property Management

APRIL 3, 2025

But somewhere between chasing late rent, calling plumbers on a Saturday night, and answering resident texts during work meetings, things stopped feeling worth it. Plenty of self-managing landlords hit a point where managing their rental turns into a second job they never signed up for. Sound familiar? Youre not alone. Bottom line?

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Bay Property Management Group

JULY 15, 2025

And as for landlords, this means lower vacancy rates and steady demand. Here are a few things to keep in mind before buying or renting one: 1. Higher Costs Single-family homes typically cost more for investors to buy or rent than condos or apartments. Can You Rent Out an SFH? Thinking about buying or renting an SFH?

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California Leasing & Management

JUNE 11, 2025

Does the standard fee include tenant placement, rent collection, routine inspections, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting? Do they perform credit checks, criminal background checks, income verification (and what are their income requirements), and check references from previous landlords? Get a clear, itemized list.

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Thanks For Visiting

APRIL 29, 2025

” Let’s look at what you really need to know about short-term rental insurance so you do not get left high and dry. Many hosts dont realize that Aircover is not an insurance policy in your name. 5 Critical Things About Short-Term Rental Insurance 5 Critical Things About Short-Term Rental Insurance 1.

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