How to Make Your Rental Feel Like Home
It can be tricky to make a rental space feel like a home due to the rules and restrictions required by property owners. Here are some renter friendly decor ideas and tips to elevate [...]
Get Outside in Montgomery County, Maryland
Explore the great outdoors through the plethora of public spaces that Montgomery County, Maryland has to offer. With outdoor recreation options ranging from boating and fishing to ice skating or community gardening, there are [...]
The Importance of Having a Great Tenant-Landlord Relationship
Fostering a strong relationship between tenants and landlords has many advantages for both parties. Read on for tips on how to build a positive connection. Why is a Strong Relationship Necessary? In the long [...]
How to Create a Home Office in your Rental Property
A long-lasting impact of the pandemic has been the enduring reality of remote work. However, working from home in a rental property can be a little trickier when trying to establish a productive yet [...]
How to Spring Clean Your Rental Property
Spring brings extra daylight and an abundance of sunshine, and windows that can finally be opened. It is the perfect time to get a fresh start on cleaning and maintenance, especially in outdoor spaces [...]
What to Know Before Relocating to Montgomery County, MD
Established in 1776 at the Maryland Constitutional Convention, Montgomery County, Maryland has stayed true to its rich historical roots as it has evolved into a thriving metropolitan area. Montgomery County is the most populous [...]
Tips to Finding a Rental in the DC Area
Are you planning to move to the DMV? All national capitals are competitive rental markets, and this area is no different. Therefore, it pays to have a deliberate and comprehensive apartment hunting plan. This [...]
Rental Trends Predictions for 2022
Over the past two years, the rental market has been unpredictable with rental prices reaching both historic lows and highs, as well as significant shifts in who is renting. While the new year is [...]
Top Rental Trends in 2021
The real estate market for landlords and renters alike has bucked traditional trends since the coronavirus hit our shores. Another year has gone by and, instead of normalcy, we are still being regaled by [...]
Holiday Decorating in a Rental Home
Decorating for the holidays is a special way to start off the season and ring in the festivities. Coming together with family and friends to celebrate can help foster the spirit of the holidays, [...]
Landlord Changes Due to Covid
The housing market has generally been an accurate indicator of the health of the economy. However, the Covid pandemic has caused a great disturbance. As a result, rental market trends are no longer as [...]
How to Write a Winning Rental Application
In today’s tight rental housing market, odds are that there will be intense competition for the property you want to rent. Realtors and landlords seldom take a first-come, first-served approach anymore. Instead, they carefully [...]
Living In: Germantown
Germantown, Maryland, is the largest community in Montgomery County; with a population of over 90,000, it is the third most populous place in the state. While not an incorporated city, the region provides a [...]
Living In: Silver Spring
Located along the northern border of Washington, D.C. is the vibrant community of Silver Spring, Maryland. The city is situated in the southern region of Montgomery County. Combining a lively downtown district with quieter [...]
Living In: Gaithersburg
One of the largest cities in Maryland, Gaithersburg sits in the center of Montgomery County. Residents enjoy being only 20 miles outside of Washington, D.C., providing easy access to all it has to offer. [...]
Living In: Bethesda
Located seven miles from Washington, D.C., Bethesda is a vibrant urban community in Montgomery County. Offering a mix of lively metropolitan life and neighborhood charm, it’s no wonder the city is such a sought-out [...]
Living In: Potomac
Located northwest of Washington, D.C. is one of the highest-rated neighborhoods in Maryland: the suburban community of Potomac. While many neighborhoods outside of the Beltway feature a combination of homes and commercial venues, Potomac [...]
Living In: Rockville
Situated in the heart of Montgomery County, Rockville is considered one of the best small cities in America in which to live and work. With a population nearing 68,000, it ranks as Maryland’s third-largest [...]
Questions to Ask Before Downsizing
So, you never imagined that your home could be too big… but it has started to feel that way. You are not alone. Americans of all ages and from all walks of life consider [...]
Promoting Positive Landlord-Tenant Relations
All relationships, whether personal or professional, are based on mutual trust and respect. Both landlords and tenants benefit from cordial rapport based on those tenets. For the former, it brings consistency and predictability, factors [...]
Keep Your Pets Safe this Winter
As you begin to bundle up in anticipation of winter, remember that your furry and feathery friends can feel the chill, too. The risks aren’t just from the dropping mercury, though; the winter world [...]
Preparing for the Holiday Season
Autumn is in full force, and with the stunning fall foliage, pumpkin patches, and apple picking also comes frost in the air that means winter is around the corner. Soon enough, we will be [...]
Add Curb Appeal to Your Rental Property
We all know the importance of first impressions. This is especially true if you are a landlord looking to attract new tenants. Prospective tenants are more likely to want to see the inside of [...]
Autumn Cleaning
Many of us are spending more time at home due to lockdowns, which makes for bigger messes and spills, dirt and grime, and - ultimately - more germs and bacteria. Since the chill of [...]
How to Enjoy Your Home
With so many of us spending more time at home, perhaps the saying “take the time to smell the flowers” is good advice. So is taking the time to really live in your home. [...]