Carbon Monoxide Laws for MD Rentals

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is colorless and odorless, but extremely poisonous. Over 150 people in the United States die each year because of CO poisoning from common products like generators, furnaces, stoves, and fireplaces. The Maryland General Assembly recently passed House Bill 0849 and Senate Bill 0182, making it required by law for all rental…

Watch out for the Invisible Killer

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is colorless and odorless, but extremely poisonous. Over 150 people in the United States die each year because of CO poisoning from common products like generators, furnaces, stoves, and fireplaces. To keep you and your family safe this year, follow these tips from the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA): Install and maintain…

Snow and Maintenance Preparation

While maintaining a property during the winter, it is extremely important to keep sidewalks and common areas free from ice and snow. Each year, a community association should review their plan for winter weather emergencies. This should include a breakdown of who will be in charge of what during a weather emergency. If the association…

News from the National Flood Insurance Program

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) began reviewing the rating information on all flood insurance policies. They will be reviewing most policies to ensure they have been under written properly. What does this mean? The NFIP will review your policy and will be sending you a letter. To review a sample letter click here. The…