First-timer Primer
Following are all UrbanTurf articles filed under First-timer Primer, from most recent to least.
First-Timer Primer: Renting Out Your Basement
Lark Turner | June 7th 2016
UrbanTurf talked to a reader who recently bought a house with a rentable English basement for details on what to consider in this scenario.... read»
First-Timer Primer: Maryland's Home Buyer Assistance Programs
UrbanTurf Staff | December 2nd 2014
Maryland's homebuyer assistance programs can seem complex. This edition of First-Timer Primer aims to provide some clarity for those shopping outside ... read»
First-Timer Primer: Obtaining a Basic Business License For Your Rental
UrbanTurf Staff | June 17th 2014
Being a landlord in DC involves a bit of paperwork, including obtaining a Basic Business License. Here is how to go about getting one. ... read»
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The 5 Things To Know About DC Property Taxes
UrbanTurf Staff | September 17th 2013
With all the news surrounding property taxes over the past few weeks, UrbanTurf wanted to put together a quick primer on the topic.... read»
First-Timer Primer: What To Do After Buying an Illegally Rented Property
Shilpi Paul | September 11th 2013
In this edition of First-Timer Primer, we look at what steps a new owner can take when they buy a property that has an illegally rented unit. ... read»
First-Timer Primer: 10 Ways To Tell If a Home Renovation is Well Done
Shilpi Paul | June 24th 2013
Since DC's housing market is full of newly renovated houses and condos of variable quality, this first-timer primer offers a few tips on how to tell t... read»
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