Monthly Archives: September 2012

WHAT’S IN A BASEMENT? Adventures in Licensing Basement Rentals in Maryland

Regulatory requirements for basements converted into rental apartments are nothing new.  But, until recently, operating without required government approvals was of little to no consequence.  Non-compliant units existed quietly under the radar of zoning inspectors, and chances of citation for … Continue reading

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PROBLEM TENANTS: KNOW WHEN TO FOLD’EM

Landlords and management companies usually sail through each month with no problems whatsoever with renters. However, when problems arise, a renter can be the landlord’s or management company’s worst nightmare.  Trying to go it alone to save money can be … Continue reading

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MORE CHALLENGES FOR FORECLOSURE PURCHASERS OF MARYLAND RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY

For an investor or homebuyer looking to purchase a tenant occupied property, a constant issue of concern is whether the tenant will leave in time to coincide with plans to live at the property, re-rent the property, or satisfy potential … Continue reading

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