Write for Us — Landlording in Maryland Magazine
Have clear, useful insights for Maryland landlords? We publish practical, Maryland-specific articles that help owners manage rentals responsibly, profitably, and within the law.
What We Publish
- Maryland law & compliance: licensing/inspections, notices, rent court, security deposits, lead safety.
- Operations & maintenance: seasonal checklists, vendor management, budgeting, insurance, preventive care.
- Leasing & tenants: screening, fair housing basics, lease clauses, renewals, collections, resident experience.
- Marketing & pricing: listing strategy, photos, copy, where to advertise.
- How-tos & case studies: step-by-step guides, checklists, scripts, real numbers, lessons learned.
Audience: Small–mid size Maryland landlords and property managers.
Compensation & Fees
- Publishing fee: $30 per accepted article. This is a hosting/editorial fee.
- We do not pay for articles.
- Free option: Article swap — publish one of ours on your site and we’ll publish one of yours (both with attribution). No fee if it’s a true swap.
Editorial Standards
- Original: Unpublished elsewhere; no AI-generated or spun content without real human editing and fact-checking.
- Accurate: Cite credible sources for legal/statistical claims (MD statutes, courts, government sites).
- Actionable: Checklists, templates, and examples beat opinions.
- Maryland-specific: Note county/city variations where relevant.
- Tone: Professional, clear, useful. Include a brief disclaimer if discussing legal topics.
Specs & Formatting
- Length: 800–1,400 words (longer okay for how-tos).
- Format: Clear H2/H3 headings, short paragraphs, bullet lists.
- Images: Optional; must be your originals or royalty-free with credit.
- File type: Google Doc link or Markdown preferred.
- Byline/Bio: 30–60 words; headshot optional; one bio link.
What We Don’t Accept
- Generic national content with no Maryland angle
- Advertorials, affiliate-heavy pieces, or link-building pitches
- Legal advice (we publish information, not counsel)
How to Pitch (Fastest Path to “Yes”)
Email writeforus@landlordinginmaryland.com with subject: WRITE FOR US: Proposed Title
Include:
- 2–3 sentence summary of your article.
- 5–7 bullet outline (main headings).
- Your bio + relevant experience.
- Your choice: $30 publishing fee or article swap.
- Disclosures (any vendor relationships, sponsorships, etc.).
We typically respond within 3–5 business days.
After Acceptance
- We may edit for clarity, length, and style (you’ll see the final before publication).
- You agree we can publish and keep the post live; after 30 days, you may republish elsewhere with canonical/credit.
- For the $30 fee, we’ll invoice and publish after payment. For swaps, we’ll coordinate cross-posting dates.
- We’ll promote your piece in our newsletter and social channels.
Submission Checklist
- [ ] Maryland-specific angle is clear
- [ ] Actionable steps, checklists, or templates included
- [ ] Sources cited (non-promotional)
- [ ] Bio (30–60 words) + one link
- [ ] Chosen option noted: $30 fee or swap
Have questions? Email writeforus@landlordinginmaryland.com with subject Pitch Question and 2–3 lines about your idea.