Meghan - Saturday, November 9, 2013
Nearly 80 Million Gen Y Renters are estimated to hit the rental market in the near future. As developers scramble to accommodate this highly informed and technologically advanced bunch, property managers should also make the changes necessary to attract these renters. Investing in the right upgrades and amenities now can translate into Ge...
Meghan - Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Haven’t invited your neighbors over for coffee and pie? You’re not alone. According to the State of the American Neighborhood survey by Nextdoor, a third of Americans don’t know their neighbors by name. Has the security of our communities fallen by the wayside because of our manners? We take a loo...
Meghan - Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Today, only 12% of renters are leaving to buy homes, and that number is expected to continue to decline. Renting has become an economic and lifestyle choice for more than half (57%) of those under the age of 34 and 46% of those under the age of 45. It seems the United States population favors apartment living, and according to the Nationa...
Meghan - Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Deciding whether you should hire a professional to manage your rental property doesn’t have to be an agonizing decision. It really just depends on your own needs and expectations. Some folks manage their own properties without any stress, while others find it to be quite a headache. One thing is for sure: to succes...
Meghan - Thursday, September 5, 2013
Buying your first house used to be the crowning milestone of adulthood. Real Estate was considered the wisest investment one can make – the obvious choice for a growing family. In short, homeownership was a big part of the American dream. But today the American dream is changing and economic trends have changed att...
Meghan - Monday, August 26, 2013
Despite the troublesome behavior of hoarders, hoarding is a disability. Therefore, those affected are protected under the Fair Housing Act. This can be problematic for property managers. What exactly is hoarding and what causes a person to engage in such behavior? This infographic explores the ins and outs of this condition and what to do...
Meghan - Wednesday, August 7, 2013
11 Apartment Hunting Tips for Renters
Meghan - Monday, August 5, 2013
According to the National Association of Realtors, 5 to 6 million new renter households will be created within the next 10 years. In this infographic, we take a look at why most renters are opting not to buy a home and why it’s currently a renter’s market.
Alex - Wednesday, June 19, 2013
DC’s rental market is one of the most competitive in the country, which not only makes it harder for tenants to find what they’re looking for within their price range, but also increases the likelihood another interested party will beat them to the punch of renting the place they want.Here is some insight from the leasing expe...
Alex - Wednesday, June 19, 2013
EJF often gets asked by new landlords if they need to get a Basic Business License (BBL) for their rental property. The answer is very simple: yes.The District of Columbia requires every business that performs work to have a business license. Sinceleasing and collecting rent is considered a business, landlords are required to g...
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