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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
1 employee
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 value.
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Eugeniu S.
7 days ago
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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.
3 weeks ago
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.
Talya
Jul 14, 2025
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From Google
Ive had the pleasure of working with DAnn for several years now. She was actually the realtor who helped me purchase my home years ago, and since then shes been my trusted go-to for anything related to my property. Most recently, she handled leasing my property and I couldnt be happier with the entire process.DAnn goes above and beyond whats expected. She didnt just find me a great tenant, shes always been proactive and hands-on, taking care of things like move-in and move-out inspections, keeping me updated every step of the way, and providing clear explanations for everything, even when its outside her normal scope.Shes incredibly knowledgeable, organized, and responsive, which has made managing my home from a distance so much less stressful. I really appreciate that she only works with contractors and service providers she trusts, and that she treats my property like she would her own.If youre looking for someone you can trust to manage your property and look out for your best interests, I highly recommend DAnn. Shes simply the best!
Bruny C.
Jan 5, 2025
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From Google
Working with D'Ann Melnick has been an absolute pleasure! She helped us purchase an investment property, ensuring the process was smooth and stress-free, and found us great tenants to get everything started off on the right foot. When it came time to rent out our primary home as we moved out of state, D'Ann once again came through, finding excellent tenants and making the process seamless.D'Anns deep knowledge of the market, coupled with her incredible attention to detail, made what could have been a challenging experience completely stress-free. She is not only an exceptional realtor but also a true advocate for her clients, always putting our needs first and offering practical, resourceful solutions.We genuinely miss working with D'Ann in our new state and wish we could bring her with us! If youre looking for a realtor who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and an absolute joy to work with, we cannot recommend D'Ann Melnick highly enough. Shes simply the best!
Life in MoCo Rentals's reply
Thanks so much Bruny! I'm so grateful to Desiree for introducing us and it's been fun to watch your rental portfolio grow over the years. Glad I could set you up with such great long-term tenants in both of your spots!
Greg J.
Jan 5, 2025
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From Google
Extremely professional and highly knowledgeable about real estate in Moco! D'Ann is the first person I call when I need help with real estate and she has also helped me find two outstanding tenants for my rental property.
Life in MoCo Rentals's reply
Thanks Greg! You were one of the earlier rentals I placed at The Gables - glad that property has been such a steady investment for you :)
Credentials
Background Check
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.
