Posts by Tom Tinsley
MD Laws Impacting Property Management and Common Interest Communities
Key Points: Laws Impacting Property Management and Common Interest Communities For nonmaterial changes to a common interest community’s governing documents, if the lender does not object within 60 days, it may be assumed that the lender granted consent. Governing document changes impacting the value of the underlying collateral, lien priority, and holder’s rights require express…
Read MoreMD Laws Impacting Affordable Housing and Property Tax Credits
Key Points: MD Laws Impacting Affordable Housing and Property Tax Credits The mayor and city council of Baltimore City or the governing authority of the taxing locality may continue to provide the tax credit to the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran. The amount of property tax credit a disabled veteran qualifies for depends on…
Read MoreKey Points: MD Laws Impacting Real Estate Brokerage and Contracts
Key Points: MD Laws Impacting Real Estate Brokerage and Contracts Below is an update provided for MD Real Estate Sales Person Continuing Education: Failure to disclose agency relationships is a violation of real estate law. The MREC website, a subsite of the Department of Labor’s site, offers information for both consumers and licensees. The Maryland…
Read MoreMARYLAND TENANTS’ BILL OF RIGHTS (EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025)
MARYLAND TENANTS’ BILL OF RIGHTS (EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025) Maryland law requires the Office of Tenant and Landlord Affairs to publish a Tenants’ Bill of Rights and update it by June 1 each year. Landlords must attach the latest version of this document to every residential lease. (Housing and Community Development Article of the Maryland…
Read MoreNo More Tenant Drama: How ECREG Shields You from Stressful Interactions
Being a landlord is a rewarding endeavor, but it’s not without its challenges. One of the most daunting aspects of property management is dealing with tenants. From addressing complaints to navigating lease violations, tenant interactions can be both time-consuming and stressful. At East Coast Real Estate Group, LLC (ECREG), we understand the pressure landlords face…
Read MoreRent Collection and Rent Court: Simplifying the Process for Landlords
One of the most challenging aspects of being a landlord is managing rent collection. Late payments, missed payments, and the delicate task of addressing overdue rent can create stress and strain relationships with tenants. For many landlords, the idea of navigating rent court or filing eviction paperwork only adds to the anxiety. At East Coast…
Read MoreThe Never-Ending Phone Calls: How ECREG Takes Tenant Communication Off Your Plate
As a landlord, your phone is always buzzing. Whether it’s a tenant with a maintenance issue, a question about their lease, or an emergency in the middle of the night, the constant communication can leave you feeling tethered to your property 24/7. For many landlords, managing tenant calls is one of the most stressful and…
Read MoreTenant Screening Made Simple: How Professional Property Management Saves You Time and Stress
As a landlord, finding the right tenant can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. The ideal tenant is someone who pays rent on time, respects your property, and follows the lease terms—but how do you identify that person among the sea of applicants? Tenant screening is one of the most important and…
Read MoreTrump Policies & Real Estate Impact
Trump’s policies, given his past administration’s approach and the first few weeks of his second term, could impact housing prices in a few key ways over the next four years. These are speculative projections, of course, but they can provide some insight into possible trends: 1. Deregulation and Tax Cuts Trump has historically favored reducing…
Read MoreBeneficial Ownership Information: Nationwide Injunction Lifted & Reporting Deadlines Extended
Overview of the Latest BOI Developments As previously noted on our blog, on December 3, 2024, in the case of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et al., No. 4:24-cv-00478 (E.D. Tex.), the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued an order granting a nationwide preliminary injunction against enforcing…
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