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Top Tips When Buying Investment Property in Baltimore

One of the most lucrative investment markets in Maryland is the Baltimore real estate market. Baltimore is one of the oldest communities in the United States, but it also offers some of the lowest house prices when compared to other major cities in the country. In fact, house prices in Baltimore are around 40% less expensive than the prices in Washington D.C. So, real estate investors who are looking to invest in rental properties within the Baltimore, Washington Corridor can find many lucrative opportunities. But if you are planning to buy a…

Breaking a Lease in Maryland - Know the Laws

Breaking a Lease in Maryland As a landlord in the state of Maryland, you need to know the rules and regulations when tenants break a lease early. In this article, we’ll cover both justified and unjustified reasons for early lease termination. This can help landlords decide what steps to take when tenants break their contract before the term ends. Knowing the law will also help protect your rights, as a landlord, as well as the rights of your tenants. Rental Agreement in Maryland To avoid any confusion, a clear agreement is essential. Before let…

A Guide to the Eviction Process in Baltimore, MD

Once a tenant signs the lease agreement, they should not be violating lease terms regarding paying rent, abiding by rental unit policies, or causing negligent property damage to the premises. A tenant abiding by the terms of the rental agreement does not always happen, though. And in such cases, as a landlord, you’d be able to evict the tenants from your rental property. When Maryland landlord files for an eviction, they must follow the statewide eviction proceding to the letter. A landlord must not engage in unlawful eviction tactics such as…

Maryland Security Deposit Laws

As a landlord, you have a lot of responsibilities. One of your most important duties as a landlord is to protect your tenant's security deposit. In this blog post, we will teach you everything you need to know about the Maryland security deposit law. We will cover the limits on security deposits, how to store them, providing a receipts to a tenant, damages that can be deducted from them, the timeframe in which Maryland landlords must refund them, and a tenant's rights. Following these tips will help ensure that a landlord is in compliance with…

Maryland Rental Laws - An Overview of Landlord Tenant Rights

Property owners must understand the Maryland landlord tenant laws. The Maryland real estate laws are crucial for handling any legal issues and ensuring that your investment remains profitable. Local laws deem that a rental agreements can be either agreed orally or by a written lease document. However, there are a few rights that are instantly established for both Maryland tenants and landlords, regardless of the rental agreement, such as a landlord's right for the tenant to pay rent on time and a tenant's right to live in a safe home. According…