Accidental & first-time landlords
Turn your former home into a performing asset. We handle rent, repairs, and resident relations so you don’t have to learn property management the hard way or chase down late payments.
Property management for owners who want peace of mind and better returns.
Next Key Property Management supports landlords across Maryland and Washington, D.C. with full-service residential management—so you can protect your asset, reduce vacancies, and grow long-term wealth without managing day-to-day issues or chasing down tenants and vendors.
Single-family homes
Townhomes & condos
Local & out-of-state owners
Built for local owners, out-of-state landlords, and investors
Whether you’re renting out a single home or expanding a portfolio, we tailor our approach to match your risk tolerance, timelines, and cash-flow targets—always grounded in Maryland and Washington, D.C. landlord-tenant requirements.
Out-of-state & overseas owners
Stay informed from anywhere with digital onboarding, e-signing, and a secure portal designed to support remote ownership with full transparency and clear reporting.
Military & government relocations
Keep your home rented while you serve or relocate. Our team understands PCS timelines, rent-by-rights, and the importance of clear, proactive communication with both you and your residents.
Local investors
Lean on a team that watches your numbers. We design rent strategies, renewal plans, and CapEx priorities to strengthen your long-term returns and reduce avoidable turnover.
Growing portfolios
As you scale doors, we standardize processes, reporting, and vendor execution so your portfolio stays manageable, predictable, and aligned to your investment thesis.
Trusts & family-owned properties
Keep key stakeholders aligned. We provide consistent reporting, documentation, and communication for multi-owner properties and legacy assets held in trusts or estates.
What we handle for you as your property management partner
We manage the day-to-day so you can focus on the bigger picture—without losing visibility into how your investment is performing or what’s happening with your residents.
Strategic rent positioning
Rental analysis, neighborhood comps, and market trend guidance to price your home competitively and responsibly—designed to attract quality tenants and protect long-term value.
Marketing & tenant placement
Listing syndication, professional-quality media options, showing coordination, and thorough tenant screening to reduce vacancy days and lower risk.
Lease execution & compliance
Lease drafting and enforcement aligned with Maryland and Washington, D.C. landlord-tenant laws to reduce risk, disputes, and avoidable legal costs.
Rent collection & accounting
Online payments, late-fee enforcement, fund distribution, and monthly reporting you can hand directly to your tax professional or CPA.
Maintenance & inspections
Coordinated work orders with vetted vendors, plus move-in, move-out, and periodic inspections to protect your home’s condition and resident experience.
Resident relations & renewals
Day-to-day tenant communication, renewal planning, and notice management to reduce turnover and maintain stability across your portfolio.
How onboarding works for new owners
We keep your onboarding streamlined, transparent, and grounded in clear expectations—so you know what’s happening at every step and when to expect your first disbursement.
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Step 1
Discovery call
We review your property, your goals, and any current tenants or leases in place so we can recommend the right management strategy and pricing tier.
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Step 2
Rental analysis & proposal
You receive a clear management proposal, rent range, and onboarding timeline tailored to your situation and risk tolerance.
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Step 3
Agreement & setup
We finalize the management agreement, set up your owner portal, and collect key property information so leasing and operations start cleanly.
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Step 4
Launch & ongoing management
We coordinate marketing or lease transition, then handle daily operations with regular updates and transparent financial reporting.
Start with a free rental analysis
Get a clear picture of your property’s rent range, demand, and projected cash flow before you decide on your next move. We’ll review local comps, condition, and area trends—and give you a realistic strategy, not an inflated number that leads to vacancies.
- • Recommended rent range based on current market data
- • Vacancy and tenant profile expectations
- • Management options tailored to your goals
Owner FAQs
Which areas do you manage rental properties in?
We manage residential rentals across Maryland and Washington, D.C., with a focus on Prince George’s County, Charles County, Baltimore City/County, and key D.C. neighborhoods.
Can you take over an occupied property?
Yes. We’ll review the existing lease, payment history, and condition, then design a transition plan that respects current obligations while bringing the home into our management standards.
How often will I hear from your team?
You’ll receive regular financial updates, renewal and rent review notices, and timely communication on any maintenance items that require your input. You can also check your portal anytime for real-time visibility.
Do you help with legal notices or evictions if needed?
When issues arise, we help coordinate compliant notice processes aligned with Maryland and Washington, D.C. laws. If an eviction becomes necessary, we work with legal partners to guide next steps.
Talk with a property manager about your rental
Share a bit about your property, current situation, and goals. We’ll respond with next steps and a clear path forward—no pressure, no hard sell, just straight talk on what’s possible.
- Phone: (240) 213-2832
- Email: [email protected]
- Service Area: Maryland & Washington, D.C.