🥂 A Message from the Association

Happy New Year, DC Landlords! As 2026 begins, we want to thank you for your dedication to providing quality housing throughout Washington, DC. This year is about setting strong goals, executing what we learned last year, maximizing opportunities, and building long-term wealth through smart property ownership and growth.

Let’s kick off the year prepared, confident, and ready to make big strides together.

📈 Trends & Developments: What You Should Know

A New Year, A Fresh Start

As DC continues to evolve as a rental market, now is the perfect time to reflect on what worked in 2024 and position your business for growth in 2026 and beyond. Start the year with a clear plan for compliance, asset protection, and strategic expansion.

💡 FEATURED RESOURCES

So You Want To Be A Landlord?

FREE for Associate & Partner Members

LIVE Webinar

January 10th 2026 @ 10a *** 1st CLASS OF 2026 ***

February 9th 2026 @ 12p

March 14th 2026 @ 10a

April 13th @ 12p

May 9th @ 10a

Whether you’re new to investing or expanding your portfolio, this guide covers essential steps and mindset for success:
👉 https://www.dclandlord.org/blog/so-you-want-to-be-a-landlord

This is a great foundation for members and prospective landlords planning their journey in 2026.

💼 SELL YOUR PROPERTY

Members Buy Properties
Get a Quick Response

Thinking about selling a rental property? The DC Landlord Association connects property owners with active members who buy properties directly.

✔️ Sell as-is
✔️ No repairs or clean-outs required
✔️ No agent commissions
✔️ Fast, straightforward communication
✔️ Quick response from experienced buyers

This option is ideal for landlords facing:

Property management fatigue
Costly repairs or code issues
Vacancies or non-performing units
Estate, transition, or portfolio restructuring

If selling makes sense for your goals in 2026, we can help connect you with buyers inside our network.

📩 Reach out

$500 Handyman Gift Certificate
Member Loyalty Benefit

As a thank you for your continued commitment to the DC Landlord Association, we are offering a $500 Handyman Gift Certificate to Associate & Partner Members who have been active members for more than two (2) years.

How It Works

💵 $500 total value
🛠️ Labor only (materials not included)
📅 Redeem $100 per month over five (5) months
🏠 Ideal for minor repairs, maintenance tasks, and turnover prep
Must order by 1-31-2026

Who’s Eligible

✔️ Associate Members
✔️ Partner Members
✔️ Membership in good standing for 2+ years

This benefit is designed to help offset routine maintenance costs and support landlords in keeping properties safe, functional, and compliant.

📩 To confirm eligibility or schedule your handyman services, TEXT us @ 202-793-8600

🎯 2026 Goals & Vision
Changing the Game

This year is about action and execution. Here’s how we suggest you start:

🎯 Goals for 2026

Acquire more doors- grow your rental portfolio
Outsource your headaches- focus on strategy, not busy work
Strengthen legal & business planning- protect your investments
Build personal and portfolio wealth with better systems

📣 Q1 Here We Come!

Let’s start the year strong.

🤝 MEMBER BENEFITS & RESOURCES

🧠 Outsource Your Headaches

Stop doing everything yourself. This year, make room for:

Property management support
Bookkeeping & tax prep outsourcing
Tenant communication systems
Maintenance coordination

Spend less time firefighting and more time growing.

📑 Legal & Business Tools

Kick off 2026 with strong foundations:

Legal Business Plan – for structuring and scaling your rental business
👉 https://legalbizplan.com/
Simple Legal Coverage Plans for landlords
- IDShield identity protection
- Small business legal plans designed with landlords in mind

These tools help you reduce risk and improve operational peace of mind.

🏠 MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT

Our Members Buy Properties As-Is
Members get access to curated opportunities where sellers accept properties in their current condition, saving time and upfront repair costs while improving negotiation outcomes.

Let 2026 be the year you move from maintaining to acquiring more doors.

GET ADDED TO THE BUYING TEAM

📌 WHAT’S NEW

Explore the latest on personal finance and wealth building tailored for landlords.
We’ll be sharing guides and resources to help you strengthen your financial foundation this year.

Visit: 👉 https://www.dclandlord.org/personal-finance

🔎 UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

We’re planning several member programs and events in early 2026, including:

Real Estate Investment Planning Workshop
Maintenance & Tenant Management Training
Landlord Networking Mixers
Individual Strategy & Business Planning Sessions

Stay tuned for dates and registration details.

🌞 SUMMER YOUTH BUSINESS PROGRAM

The DC Landlord Association is excited to announce our Summer Youth Business Program, designed to introduce young people to life changing, real-world business concepts and career pathways within real estate and development.

Rising 9th to Rising 12th Graders

🗓️ Save the Dates

June 23rd – August 15th

📝 Registration Opens

February 1st, 2026
⚠️ First Come, First Serve
Limited Spots Available

📚 Program Focus Areas

Participants will gain exposure to:

🏘️ Real Estate Investing
🏗️ Affordable Housing Development
🏠 Residential Conversion Development

This hands-on program blends education, mentorship, and practical insight to help youth understand how real estate and business can create long-term wealth, career options and community impact.

📩 Early sign-up is strongly encouraged. More details and registration information will be shared soon.

🧭 START OF YEAR CHECKLIST

Review leases & compliance docs
Set your property goals for 2026
Schedule legal & tax planning consultations
Identify properties for acquisition now
Plan your maintenance strategy

🎉 THANK YOU & LET’S GROW

The DC Landlord Association is honored to support you as we begin 2026. We look forward to helping you achieve strong growth, financial stability, and lasting wealth through real estate.

Here’s to your success in 2026
Your team at the DC Landlord Association

🌐 www.dclandlord.org
📧 info@dclandlord.org

🗓️ Upcoming Events

January 3rd Scheduled Maintenance

January 5th DC Superior Court

January 6th Basic Business License Support

January 7th - 8th Scheduled Maintenance

January 10th So You Want To Be A Landlord?

January 14th - 15th 2026 Strategy Meeting

January 16th Bulk/ Junk Hauling

January 19th DC Superior Court

January 20th Basic Business License Support

January 21st - 22nd Scheduled Maintenance

January 24th Members Meeting

January 27th Basic Business License Support

January 28th Korean BBQ Lunch w/ Partner Members

January 29th Scheduled Maintenance

January 30th Coffee w/ Landlords

January 31st Advisory Board Meeting

Newsletter January 2026