Being a landlord is a larger commitment than many realize. Property is an investment for a landlord, and there are additional costs to the property owner beyond just the purchase price. These include, but are not limited to, mortgage payments, taxes, regular and/or...
So, you’re thinking about moving out? You’ll never forget your first apartment, but sometimes your first rental experience can be an unforgettable headache. Skip the headache with these quick apartment rental tips. Step 1: Needs Analysis and Budgeting First step is...
"Home is where the heart is" - a phrase most of us are familiar with. Even though the term was originally used over 2000 years ago, this phrase is still very true today. No matter if our 'home' is an apartment, house, duplex, condo, or shared residency, it is where...
Top 3 Tenant Complaint Types and How to Handle Them: A Landlord Guide As a landlord, you are the single point of contact for your tenant’s needs, questions and problems. This means it is your responsibility to handle all complaints that may arise in a...
Looking for the perfect place to live? Trying to find a neighborhood that suits your lifestyle and needs for a rental? Look no further than Vancouver, Canada! According to Mercer’s 2019 Quality of Living Ranking report, Vancouver is in the3rd position for the best...
When looking to rent a home, considerable attention must be given to the details. A long list of questions must be answered by the renter and the landlord. When you and your landlord are in agreement and your rental contract is signed, moving in is the next...
A condominium (condo) is "a building or complex of buildings containing a number of individually owned apartments or houses". Owners of each unit, pay a monthly amount to the condominium board (board) who then are responsible for maintenance and upholding the bylaws...
You have found your perfect rental property; it’s in an ideal location, priced well, and nicely finished. Once you move your possessions into your new home, you can begin exploring your new neighbourhood. The only thing that weighs on you is the ever-present risk of...
15 Years of Rentfaster! It is a big month for Rentfaster as we celebrate 15 years of helping renters find accommodation and landlords advertise their vacancies in a user-friendly, and effective way. This past month, we have reflected back to where Rentfaster.ca...
