Property Management Blog

How Section 8 Decides If Your Rent Is Reasonable: A Guide for Washington DC Landlords

For landlords in Washington, DC, participating in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program can be a great way to ensure steady income while helping low-income tenants secure housing. However, understanding how Section 8 rent standards are determined is crucial to maintaining ...

Tenant Screening Best Practices: Finding Quality Tenants for Your Washington, DC Commercial Property

Securing the right tenants for your Washington, DC, commercial property can be a dealbreaker for your investment. The wrong tenant can lead to unpaid rent, damaged property, and constant headaches, but the right tenant ensures steady income and peace of mind.So, how do you filter...

Navigating Lease Administration: Essential Steps for Successful Property Management

Now, more than ever, is the best time to invest in rental property in Washington, D.C. Recent research shows that D.C. residents favor renting, with some zip codes having up to 77.2% renters. If you want to invest in D.C.'s busy rental market, then you absolutely must have to...

Legal and Optional Tenant Maintenance Responsibilities in Washington, DC

As a Washington, D.C., landlord, you have a long list of short- and long-term property maintenance responsibilities to ensure compliance with the D.C. Housing Code Standards. They require you to make your property safe and habitable by ensuring it's clean and pest-free. They ...

Washington DC Lease Negotiations: Mastering the Art of Favorable Terms

You might think you've got lease negotiations all figured out. But in the competitive Washington, DC area market, there's always room to grow. Even seasoned property owners can miss out on securing the best terms.Navigating the rental landscape in Washington, D.C. isn'...

Effective Rent Collection Strategies in Washington, DC

Are late rent payments causing you stress as a landlord in Washington, DC? Effective rent collection strategies can help maintain a steady cash flow and reduce this stress.If you face this challenge, keep reading as we explore some proven landlord strategies and tips. Use this to...

Understanding Commercial Property Insurance in Washington, DC

The commercial real estate market is worth over $20 trillion, but it could reach a tipping point soon. Rent has been going up in the past few years, and so have interest rates.This has left property owners in a scary situation, where fewer people are moving in because rent is too...

Lease Enforcement: Best Practices for Commercial Property Managers in DC

Commercial office vacancies have been on the rise in DC.This increase occurred due to multiple reasons. Of course, the struggle of American small businesses due to COVID-19 is no secret, but landlords often struggle with lease enforcement as well. If you want to protect your rent...

Which Up And Coming Neighborhoods In Washington, DC Should You Be Investing In Now?

In recent years, Washington, DC has emerged as a major hub of cultural, economic, and political activity, attracting a diverse range of residents and investors.As the city continues to grow and evolve, the real estate market is presenting unique opportunities for real estate inve...

What Are Typical Application Fees in Washington, DC?

Wondering about the typical application fee in Washington, DC? The most a landlord can charge a prospective tenant to fill out an application is $52.Washington, DC is one of the few places where rental application fees are capped. In most other states, landlords can charge as muc...