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  • Serves Washington, DC
Bradley C. says, "Like a lot of Americans families have done this past year, we decided to renovate our kitchen and bathroom (something we had put off for far too long). The only issue (a bigger one than expected) was finding a company that wouldn’t charge an exorbitant amount. We struggled to find someone that could match the work we needed done with our budget. Luckily a friend suggested we call District Management Solutions. Karoline and Stephen walked us through the process, step by step. They provided such a detailed proposal that I barely had questions for them during our in person consultation. They were punctual, professional, and forthcoming with any information during the course of our renovation. They even took the time to keep us updated on the progress, sending us pictures and making sure that it still fit our vision throughout the process. The renovation was completed in a timely manner and we ended up spending less than we had initially expected to.My wife and me couldn’t be happier with the quality of the work done. I highly recommend this company. We’re very thankful that we found them. Will definitely be utilizing them for all future renovations."See more
Bradley C. says, "Like a lot of Americans families have done this past year, we decided to renovate our kitchen and bathroom (something we had put off for far too long). The only issue (a bigger one than expected) was finding a company that wouldn’t charge an exorbitant amount. We struggled to find someone that could match the work we needed done with our budget. Luckily a friend suggested we call District Management Solutions. Karoline and Stephen walked us through the process, step by step. They provided such a detailed proposal that I barely had questions for them during our in person consultation. They were punctual, professional, and forthcoming with any information during the course of our renovation. They even took the time to keep us updated on the progress, sending us pictures and making sure that it still fit our vision throughout the process. The renovation was completed in a timely manner and we ended up spending less than we had initially expected to.My wife and me couldn’t be happier with the quality of the work done. I highly recommend this company. We’re very thankful that we found them. Will definitely be utilizing them for all future renovations."

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How do I hire the best general contractor in D.C.?

No matter what kind of project you are tackling, your general contractor should have a good track record of completed work and satisfied customers. Search for the best general contractors in Washington, D.C., and look for positive customer reviews and project photos that are similar to your project. 

Make sure your general contractor has the proper license, insurance and registration. You can ask pros to send you this information, or you can search for it online

Hire a D.C. contractor after you receive cost estimates from at least three or five general contractors.

How do I find a good property manager?

You can find the best property manager in your area by starting with an online search. Compare profiles and ratings, and read customer reviews — these tend to give a snapshot of the manager’s quality of work and customer service. Additionally, customers may post photos of their properties that give an idea of the pro’s attention to detail.

Licensing is required in some states, so check to see your state’s policies on licenses and certification.

Finally, compare quotes and prices from at least three property managers.

Is it worth having a property manager?

While property managers do cost money, they can provide a lot of value to the client. They have marketing know-how and can advertise and perform showings of your property to the rental market. They can collect rent for you and screen potential tenants. They’ll also deal with tenant complaints and repairs, evictions and late rent. Finally, they can manage bill payments to simplify your paperwork and maximize your mental bandwidth.

Chat with top-rated property managers near you to find out if hiring one is worth the cost.

Why is property management important?

A property management company can be a landlord’s greatest asset. As a neutral third party, the property manager handles the day-to-day operations of a real estate investment, from a single vacation home to a large apartment building or several rental properties. A property management company can be especially helpful to landlords who own several units and can’t manage each of them individually, or those who live too far from their investment properties to meet with renters and oversee maintenance. Property management is particularly important if your rentals are part of an affordable housing program. To receive financial assistance from the government, the landlord must comply with a complicated set of rules; property management companies should have both experience and expertise in complying with the rules specific to each housing program.

Do property managers need to be licensed?

The licensing requirements for property managers vary from state to state, but many states require property managers to have a real estate broker’s license and in some cases be a legal resident of a state.

Property management may not be specified in a state real estate statute, but according to the Institute of Real Estate Management their activities may include advertising the availability of a rental property, discussing a property management agreement with an owner, negotiating leases, showing a rental property and collecting rents.

What does a property management company do?

Property management companies manage the rental of residential homes, apartments, condos, commercial spaces and retail spaces. Property managers can oversee just a single unit or many properties, whether those sites are inhabited full-time or are vacation rentals. A property management company helps a property owner or landlord find tenants; collects rent; takes care of accounting, property maintenance and repairs; handles on-site management; and manages vacation rental check-in and checkout tasks. Although many property owners or landlords successfully manage their own rental real estate, a property management company can help you handle tenant issues and maintenance problems, especially if you are not located in the same city or state. Most property management companies deal with tenants directly, and their tasks include:

  • Marketing the rental property
  • Collecting rent
  • Handling repair problems
  • Responding to tenant complaints
  • Evicting tenants  

A property management company may be a good choice for property owners who have several investment properties, live far away from the rental property, or don’t have time for hands-on management.

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