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You Collect the Rent.

The average property management fee in Baltimore County ranges from 8% to 12% of collected monthly rent. On a $1,800/month rental, that's $144–$216/month before any additional fees. Common add-ons include lease renewal fees ($200–$500), maintenance coordination markups (10–15%), vacancy fees, and inspection charges ($75–$150 per visit).

A flat-fee model at $150/month all-inclusive is almost always cheaper for properties renting above $1,500/month — and eliminates the financial incentive for your manager to keep rent low.

Maryland requires landlords to obtain a rental license before renting any property. In Baltimore County, this involves a property inspection, application fee, and annual renewal. Failure to obtain a license can result in fines and may prevent you from collecting rent or pursuing eviction.

Security deposits are capped at 2 months' rent and must be held in a separate account. Baltimore County also has specific notice requirements for rent increases and lease terminations. A professional property manager handles all of this automatically.

Maryland evictions for non-payment of rent begin with a "Failure to Pay Rent" filing in District Court. The process typically takes 30–60 days and costs $500–$3,000+ in court and legal fees. Baltimore County landlords can expect to lose 1–2 months of rent during the process.

HBAY's eviction protection covers up to $3,000 in legal and court costs — included in your flat $150/month. No extra fees, no surprises. We've handled the full eviction process so our landlords never have to.