Renters Guide to Apartment Inspections Renting an apartment is an exciting step, but it comes with responsibilities and considerations. One crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is the apartment inspection process. Understanding the ins and outs of...
Landlord and Tenant Rights Alberta’s Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) gives landlords and tenants specific rights. The RTA imposes certain obligations on landlords and tenants as well. Under the RTA, tenancy agreements can be verbal, implied or in writing. Regardless...
The Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Screening for Good Tenants If you are a landlord, you probably have dealt with less than ideal tenants. We have all heard the horror stories of the tenants from hell who ruin our furniture and destroy our property. Having bad...
Leases, Why Are They Important And What Needs To Be Included? Guest Blog: Jeff Kahane, Kahane Law Office Before a landlord or tenant can rent out or occupy a house, a tenancy agreement (lease) must be agreed upon by both parties to outline the rules of the...
Residential Tenancies Act ( RTA) If you are renting in Alberta, please be aware that the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) is in place to protect you as a renter. The RTA sets out rights and responsibilities for both the tenants and the landlords. To view the RTA go to...
What Your Landlord is Responsible For (and What You Need to Cover!) “What am I responsible for?” This is a question asked by every person who rents for the first time. The rules and regulations of responsibility are not always laid out as clearly as we would...
