Resources and insights from Streamline
Explore insights, tips, and news in property management.
Owner Resources12 min readLease vs Rent: Understanding Your Options for Better Decisions
When you start looking for a new place, you’ll stumble upon both lease and rent. At first, they seem interchangeable. Both involve paying rent to live in a property. Yet, they do not mean exactly the same thing. The main difference lies in how long each option lasts. A lease is a longer commitment.
Owner Resources6 min readHow to Maintain Rental Property: Navigating the Maintenance Season
Property maintenance for landlords is (unfortunately) an endless process. You need to have a system in place for budgeting, planning, and executing both routine and emergency repairs and requests.
Owner Resources7 min readHow to Hire a Property Manager: Questioning Before Hiring
Owning a rental property can be a lucrative way to build wealth, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. Professional management is especially important for anyone with an investment property, as it helps maximize returns and minimize hassles. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned investor, finding the right manager can make all the difference in your experience and success.
Owner Resources4 min readThe Benefits of Using a Property Manager
Property management is a cornerstone of the real estate industry, providing essential services that help property owners maximize the value and performance of their rental properties.
Industry Insights6 min readThe Best Way to Collect Rent as a Landlord: Tips and Tools to Use
Maybe you’re reading this because the rent is late. Or perhaps you’re tired of chasing checks. Or are you scaling from a single unit to a mini-portfolio and need a better payment system?
Owner Resources5 min readThe Essential Tenant Screening Checklist
If you’re here, chances are you’re a landlord trying to find reliable tenants. Or maybe you’ve had a bad rental experience in the past and want to avoid repeating it.
Tenant Resources4 min readGetting Around: Public Transit Resources for Tenants
At Streamline, we want your home to be more than just a place to live — it should be a gateway to the city around you. One of the biggest advantages of living in the DC metro area is access to a wide range of public transportation options. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading out for dinner, or exploring a new neighborhood, public transit makes it simple and affordable to get around.
Tenant Resources4 min readStay Safe & Informed: Sign Up for Local Emergency Alerts
At Streamline Property Management, your safety is always a top priority. Our team monitors local emergency alerts so we can respond quickly to situations that may affect your home or neighborhood. But the best way to stay fully informed is to sign up for these alerts directly — so you get real-time updates on your phone or email, right when you need them.
Tenant Resources5 min readSchool Locators: Find the Right School Near Your New Home in the DMV
Moving into a new home is exciting—but if you have school-aged children, one of the first questions you might have is: “Which school will my child attend?”