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About
The biggest difference between me and other property managers is that I do not cut corners. We offer professional photography, floorplans, and 3-D virtual tours on every single property. Also, rather than normal property management hours, we work Realtor hours, which means we don’t turn off on Friday at 5 PM. Our hours are 8 am - 8 pm every day of the week and we offer an after-hours emergency line as well. This increased availability leads to better communication, happier tenants and lower vacancy rates.
Overview
Hired 4 times
Serves Derwood, MD
Background checked
2 employees
2 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pmMon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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Eugeniu S.
Sep 14, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had a fantastic experience working with Life in MoCo Rentals for propertymanagement. D'Ann, was absolutely wonderful to work with throughout the entire process of finding a tenant. She was incredibly professional, responsive, and made what can usually be a stressful process completely seamless. I highly recommend D'Ann to any property owner looking for top-notch service!
Details: Apartments or condos • One property needs to be managed • $1,000 - $2,500 • Vacant • More than 1 year
Property Management
Frank C.
Sep 1, 2026
D’Ann has been working with us for the past year and we have been very pleased with her work. She has taken much of the strain out of owning rental properties allowing us much more freedom of life. She is worth having on your side if you own rental property here in Montgomery County. It’s a real pleasure to work with her.
Matthew C.
Oct 2, 2026
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From Google
5/5 Stars Exceptional Service and Genuine CareWe had an outstanding experience working with D'Ann Melnick at Life in MoCo Rentals. From start to finish, D'Ann was exceptionally kind, responsive, and a complete pleasure to work with.Representing our new landlord, she met us at the property to give us a detailed tour, pointing out key features of the home and sharing valuable insights about the surrounding community. What stood out to us the most was her attention to detail after the ink was already dry. Because we had already signed the lease prior to the walk-through, her genuine warmth and thoroughness truly showed that she cared about us as people, not just a transaction.As an added bonus, she was incredibly sweet to our pup and gave her plenty of scratches! We couldn't have asked for a better welcome to our new home. Highly recommend D'Ann and the team at Life in MoCo Rentals!
Kyla C.
Oct 2, 2026
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From Google
We had the privilege of working with D'Ann and Life in MoCo for our relocation from NOVA to MoCo, and we had a great experience. D'Ann was kind and responsive throughout the process and gave us a warm welcome to our new home and neighborhood. We are so grateful to her for helping us secure the perfect home! If you are looking for a propertymanagement company to work with as a renter, look no further!
Life in MoCo Rentals's reply
Thanks Kyla! I hope you guys (and the pup!) will love your new home and the neighborhood. Don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything at all you need as you explore the area and get settled.
Credentials
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Jerri Melnick
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My landlord clients do not pay out of pocket for marketing and leasing fees! This includes professional photography, videos, 3D virtual tours and 2D floor plans. Tenants pay the first month's rent directly to my brokerage (eXp Realty) and that covers all leasing fees for both the listing and buyer's agents.
For monthly management, our fees typically range from 7-8% of one month's rent. Discounts are offered for multiple properties or ownership in specific communities where I have an established presence.
One unique thing about our business is that we do NOT upcharge or include maintenance management fees or trip fees. Our management of your property is full-service and all-inclusive.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Generally I will set up an in-person tour of the subject property and advise the landlord client on the expected rental rate and time on market. If necessary, I will help them get the property market-ready with improvements and/or repairs. Once we have settled on a timeline, we will sign a listing agreement and schedule professional media capture. If we are taking over management only, we will sign a management agreement and I will connect with the current tenant to set up their online portal and process introduction.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been a licensed Realtor® since 2003 and currently hold real estate broker licenses in DC, Maryland, Virginia and Florida. I am also a Certified Residential Specialist.
