Things to consider before you rent
Things to consider before you rent

There are a few things you need to consider before you rent an apartment or unit. This will ensure the place you are considering is a good fit for you and it will also help prevent some costly mistakes and problems that are easy to avoid. We’ve compiled a list of things you need to consider before you rent a property and sign the lease.

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I'm going on vacation. How do I prepare my apartment?
I'm going on vacation. How do I prepare my apartment?

With the holiday break just around the corner, some of you may be travelling or visiting family and friends, so we’ve put together a list of things to do in your apartment before you go on vacation.

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How to prepare for exams
How to prepare for exams

Exams are just around the corner, so we wanted to give you some advice on how to get ready for exams.

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Things to do to make sure you get every cent of your damage deposit back
Things to do to make sure you get every cent of your damage deposit back

In some provinces, whenever you move into a new place and sign a lease, you are required to pay a damage deposit. In this week’s blog, we want to discuss steps you can take to make sure you get your entire damage deposit back once you move out.

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I’m a first time landlord, what do I need to know?
I’m a first time landlord, what do I need to know?

We know the first time you do anything can be challenging, so we wanted to help you get going. In this weeks blog we would like to share some tips with any new landlords out there who have invested in some real estate and are ready to add it to the rental market for the first time.

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