

Guest Post: Tips for Collecting Rent on Time
As a landlord, you are probably in search of the best way to collect rent from your tenants. Of course, you do not want to be left “up in...


Lease Substitution Fees Explained
Substitution fees are a standard part of our lease agreements, but tenants are often confused about these fees. When our tenants find...


Guest Post: Should Property Owners Replace or Rekey Old Locks?
Security is always on the minds of property managers. They don’t want their tenants to be burglarized, and they also want to protect...


Spotlight on Petworth
This neighborhood has all the buzz – and none of that pesky, over-whelming foot traffic. Errands are a breeze, and you’re left with space...
What's an HVAC???
Please don’t tell me it’s another one of those airborne illnesses... Actually, your heating/ventilation/air conditioning unit, does in...


Neighborhood Spotlight: Eckington
Spring is upon us – very exciting! Celebrate by starting your day grabbing a bike from Gearin’ Up Bicycles. Ride your new-to-you bicycle...


Enjoying Autumn in the DC Area
With the nights already getting chilly, it's time to get out those sweaters, buy a pumpkin spice latte, and take part in some of the fun...


River-Friendly Gardening for Tenants and Owners
As DC residents, it is all of our responsibility, whether we rent or own our homes, to help protect our rivers and mitigate damage from...


Great Day Trips Around DC
As much as I love the city, sometimes I need a change of scenery. I'll often take a couple day trips a month out to nearby towns just to...


Seasonal Decor for Small Homes
With the Fourth of July around the corner, and all the barbecues and gatherings surrounding it beginning already, my thoughts have been...