Landlord Resources

Property management runs 8-12% of rent in York County. Before you renew, run the real math on what you actually spend — and what you'd reclaim by self-managing or stepping out entirely.

Here's a question I ask York County landlords all the time: if you add up everything you spend on your rental — mortgage, insurance, taxes, repairs, vacancy, your own time — and compare it to what you actually net each month, is it still worth it? For a lot of landlords with older 2–4 unit buildings, the honest answer is no. The cash flow dried up years ago. They're holding on out of habit, or because they're not sure what the alternative looks like. Running the Real Numbers

Inheriting a rental property sounds like a windfall until you realize what actually comes with it. Tenants you didn't choose. A building you may never have set foot in. Deferred maintenance that's been piling up for years. Insurance, property taxes, and code compliance that are now your responsibility — whether you want them or not. I work with families in York County who find themselves in this exact situation. A parent or relative passes away, and suddenly they're the owner

When most York County landlords think about selling their rental, they picture one path: list it, wait for a buyer, close, and walk away with a check. But there's another option that a lot of people overlook — seller financing. With seller financing, instead of getting a lump sum at closing, you act as the lender. The buyer makes monthly payments to you over an agreed-upon term, often at an interest rate that beats what you'd earn in a savings account or CD. You get steady, p

One of the first things I hear from York County landlords thinking about selling is: "What about the taxes?" It's a fair question. Capital gains tax on a rental property can feel like a gut punch, especially after years of dealing with tenants and deferred maintenance just to hold onto the thing. But here's the truth — the tax situation is rarely as bad as people fear, and there are legitimate strategies to reduce or defer what you owe. Understanding your options before you s