Finding a tenant is not only about filling a vacancy quickly. A consistent screening process can help Ottawa landlords confirm an applicant's identity, review their ability to pay rent and assess their rental history before signing a lease. It can also reduce the risk of missed payments, disputes and avoidable turnover.However, tenant screening in Ontario must comply with human rights, privacy and...
When a tenant reports a maintenance problem, the first question is usually simple: How urgent is this, and what should I do next?Under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act, landlords are responsible for keeping rental properties in a good state of repair, fit for habitation, and compliant with applicable health, safety, housing, and maintenance standards.But not every repair has the same level of urgency....
Owning a rental property in Ontario involves more than collecting rent and arranging repairs. Landlords must follow the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (RTA), the Ontario Human Rights Code, fire and safety requirements, and applicable municipal bylaws.These rules apply to most residential tenancies, but there are exceptions. For example, the RTA may not apply when a tenant shares a kitchen or bathroom with...
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