What’s All This I Hear About Gas Stoves?
Cook much? Here are a few steps you might want to take to do so more safely. Have you heard? There is research that suggests a link between exposure to gas stoves and an increased risk of childhood asthma1. There are reports that using gas-powered stoves releases...
Spring Maintenance Tips for Rental Property Owners
Spiking hot temperatures, sudden cooler than normal weather, pollen everywhere. You probably already were already thinking about this but it might be time to conduct an annual check outside of your property to see what preventative maintenance is required or...
Extra Cash: Thinking of Renting Your Place Short-term in the District of Columbia?
Here’s some key considerations you should know Summer is coming, and in DC, many homeowners turn their attention to generating revenue from their primary DC residence while they are away for the summer. Due to the way some D.C. employers enable staff to work remotely...
Roaches and Crickets and Ants, Oh My!
or “Keeping Spring Pests Out of Your Home”
By Scott Bloom, Senior Property Manager and Owner, Columbia Property Management Spring is a time of new beginnings, but it can also bring unwelcome visitors into your home – pests like ants, crickets, and other insects. As the weather changes, these creatures are...
How You Can Minimize Your Risks When Your Rental Property is Vacant
By Scott Bloom, owner and property manager, Columbia Property Management When rental properties do not have renters living in them for periods of time, landlords face additional risks they may not be thinking about. Damage can result from water leaks or pipe bursts,...
Rental Housing Discrimination and You
By Scott Bloom, owner and property manager, Columbia Property Management Housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender expression is illegal in the District of Columbia. This means that housing providers cannot refuse to rent to someone or treat them...
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Owning a rental property in Washington, DC can involve a wide range of decisions, from understanding landlord-tenant requirements and evaluating tenant screening practices to navigating maintenance, leasing, marketing, and long-term management strategy.
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