Bay Property Management Group

Being a landlord seems easy from the outside looking in. All you have to do is buy properties and find tenants to live in them, right? Unfortunately, no. Much more goes into it, including time, money, management skills, and more. Landlords have several expenses to consider aside from the price of buying investment properties. Today, we’ll go over some of the hidden costs of b...

If you’re looking for new housing right now, you’re probably asking yourself–is it better to buy or rent? At the same time, if you’re looking to invest in real estate, it’s important to determine whether it’s a good time to buy. That said, using the 5% rule and other rules for real estate can help you decide. So, if you want to learn more about renting vs. buying and calculat...

If you’re planning to buy real estate, it’s important to know how to estimate its value. This applies to rental properties, business investments, and homes.

Knowing what a property may be worth can help you decide how much to offer. It can also help you compare investment opportunities. Below, we’ll explain property valuation, the main methods used, and why an ...

Handling a vacancy can be stressful for landlords. Once you have an approved application and confirmed move-in date, there is still work to do. Clear move-in procedures help you prepare the property, complete the necessary paperwork, and give tenants the information they need. Let’s look at what to handle before, during, and after move-in day.

One of the biggest decisions landlords make is where to invest in rental property. Along with researching local market conditions, investors should consider how state and local laws, taxes, rental rates, property values, and other factors may affect their investment. While some locations have more extensive landlord-tenant regulations than others, no state is universally good...