With to the possibility that Hurricane Florence may impact our region over the upcoming days with heavy rainfall and rising sea levels from the storm surge in the bay, below are a few reminders to help you prepare your house and minimize...

Annapolis Property Services (APS) is proud to celebrate 500 properties under active management. The company, which was founded in 2003 by owner/operator Peter Cook, specializes in long-term (minimum one-year lease) residential property management of condos, townhouses and single-family homes, and...

It is vital that you ensure your property meets all fire safety regulations and standards. If you are unsure of whether your property has any fire safety issues, consult with an experienced property manager. A skilled property manager can quickly...

Renting property can provide you with an additional revenue stream each month. Of course, that’s assuming your tenants pay the rent. In order to increase your chances of finding a quality tenant, you should hire a property manager. Not only...

During the summer months, your property takes a beating. Between the midnight thunderstorms and sweltering daytime heat, protecting your rental units may be seem like a futile endeavor. However, with the help of a skilled property manager, you can take...

Hi. This is Peter from Annapolis Property Services. One of the most commonly asked questions from property owners is, should I allow pets in my rental property? The initial reaction is often no, but just over 60% of our tenants...

Noise complaints are challenging to deal with as they are often subjective and hard to measure. In most cases, noise disruption issues and other tenant matters should be directed towards your property manager. An experienced property manager will be able...

Hi. I’m Sanford Collins. I’m the Director of Operations with Annapolis Property Services. I just want to take a moment to talk with you about how we handle maintenance requests and emergency requests. All of our tenants have access to...

As a property owner, quality tenants are your lifeblood. A quality tenant is someone who pays rent on time, respects your property, and is respectful to other tenants. The only way to really find out if someone is going to...

To ensure the rent is paid on time and your property is respected, you need quality tenants. For their part, good tenants want property that is clean, well maintained, safe, and enjoyable to occupy. Even if your property has seen...

To increase revenue and ensure your bottom-line isn’t taking a hit, you need to be aware of what’s happening to your property during each tenancy. If you fail to assess your property between tenancies, how will you know what’s damaged,...

The eviction process can be costly and time-consuming for landlords and tenants alike. In many cases, you can avoid rent collection issues by ensuring you choose quality tenants from the start. A property manager can simplify this process and greatly...