New Condo Purchase: Pre Construction or Resale?

Toronto Condos are quickly becoming one of the cities hottest commodities. It seems every month there are plans laid out for a new project in or around the city. With real estate pricing continuing its seemingly an unstoppable upward trend,…

Renting out a Toronto Condo: What to Know

Renting out a Toronto Condo can be an incredibly lucrative endeavour, but it’s no walk in the park. Make no mistake, being a landlord is a full-time job. Like any job, there are certain factors that you’ll need to consider prior to jumping…

Handling a Rental Application

When it comes down to selecting a new tenant, the application process is one that cannot be skimped. The rental application is the first step in weeding out tenants who will cause you grief. Without it, you have very little information at hand…

Do I Need Landlord Insurance?

If you’re a landlord, whether you’re a small business landlord renting out a single room in your home, or a big business landlord renting out an entire building, you should be familiar with landlord insurance. Some of you may only rent out…

What Landlord Actions are Prohibited?

Over the years, rules and regulations related to landlord and tenant management in Ontario have become increasingly complex. Prior to 2007, the Tenant Protection Act of 1997 (TPA) was the main governing force determining what behaviours were…

What are the Responsibilities of my Tenant?

Communication - an important factor in any relationship. Expressing your requirements and expectations as a landlord is the only way to set the base for a successful tenancy. To do this, you first need to understand what you can legally enforce.…