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Ontario Landlord Abandoned Property: Your Complete Guide to Tenant Move-Out Problems [2025]
When Can Ontario Landlords Take Back an Abandoned Property?
Stop! Before you even think about changing those locks, there’s something every landlord needs to know. The law in Ontario isn’t as simple as “they’re gone, so I can take back my property.”
N4 Form Ontario Landlord Guide: What You Need to Know About Notice Forms
Simple Steps for Using N4 and N12 Forms in Your Rental Business
As a landlord in Ontario, you need two main forms to handle common rental issues. The N4 form helps when rent is late. The N12 form lets you or your family move into your rental property. Let’s look at how these forms work.
Ontario Lease Agreement Clauses: What Landlords Can (and Can’t) Include in 2025
Just last week, a Mississauga landlord called us in a panic. Her tenant had stopped clearing snow from the walkway – something they’d agreed to in writing. Now she was facing city fines. Sound familiar?
Like many Toronto-area property owners, she thought having it in the lease made it enforceable. Turns out, some of the most common rental terms in Ontario aren’t worth the paper they’re written on.
Did you know you only have 30 days to handle a deceased tenant’s property correctly? Or that letting the wrong family member into the unit could create serious legal headaches? Our in-depth conversation uncovers the exact steps Oakville and GTA landlords need to take to protect themselves while respecting grieving families.
Off Market Condos Downtown Kitchener
Discover two exclusive off-market investment opportunities at 108 Garment Street in Downtown Kitchener’s thriving Innovation District. These premium condominiums offer sophisticated investors strategic positioning within Waterloo Region’s premier tech corridor, featuring direct access to the ION LRT network and proximity to major employers.
What Happens When a Tenant Dies in Ontario? A Landlord’s Complete Guide [2025]
Nobody likes thinking about tenant mortality, but it’s a reality every Ontario landlord needs to be prepared for. Recently on our Ontario Landlord Series podcast, we sat down with real estate lawyer Gibrian Malicki-Sanchez to tackle this sensitive topic. His insights from handling countless landlord-tenant cases across the Greater Toronto Area revealed critical steps property owners need to take – and costly mistakes to avoid.
Did you know you only have 30 days to handle a deceased tenant’s property correctly? Or that letting the wrong family member into the unit could create serious legal headaches? Our in-depth conversation uncovers the exact steps Oakville and GTA landlords need to take to protect themselves while respecting grieving families.
Self-Employed Mortgage Requirements Ontario: Tax-Smart Strategies for Business Owners
For self-employed business owners across Ontario, understanding mortgage requirements while maintaining tax efficiency is crucial. Here’s essential guidance from our guest expert on optimizing your approach:
Great Multi Family Opportunity in St. Catharines
Pre-Approved Triplex Conversion Opportunity
Situated in the heart of St. Catharines’ coveted university district, 55 Powerview Avenue presents a unique investment opportunity that combines immediate cash flow potential with substantial value-add components. This property stands out in the Niagara Region’s competitive real estate market due to its pre-approved triplex conversion status.
Ontario Landlord Tenant Rights Scenarios: 2025 Expert Guide | CRESI
This comprehensive guide is based on insights from our latest Ontario Landlord Series podcast episode. Our property management experts dive deep into challenging Ontario landlord tenant rights scenarios that Greater Toronto Area landlords face daily.
Dealing with challenging Ontario landlord tenant rights scenarios? As experienced property managers in the Greater Toronto Area, we encounter common landlord-tenant situations daily. This comprehensive guide breaks down exactly what Ontario property owners need to know about their rights and responsibilities.
Want to Be a Commercial Landlord in Ontario? Here’s Why It’s Different
Are you tired of waiting months to fix problems with commercial rentals? Many landlords are finding a better way. Let’s talk about why being a commercial landlord in Ontario might be your next smart move.
Thoughts on the Handling of Non-Payment of Rent Applications at the Landlord Tenant Board
It’s time to address a critical issue — the handling of NON-PAYMENT OF RENT applications at the LANDLORD AND TENANT BOARD LTB).
Currently, the board is backlogged with 53,000 cases, and the majority of these are non-payment of rent applications (N4). According to the Landlord and Tenant Board’s 2022-2023 annual report, there were a total of 64,450 landlord applications, with 37,690 being N4 non-payment of rent applications. This is completely unacceptable! The sheer volume of these cases demonstrates a broken system that is not serving the needs of landlords or tenants, further contributing to the housing crisis in Ontario.
How to Turn $150K Into a $200K Down Payment: A Playbook for First-Time Buyers
Buying a first home is a huge milestone, but for many Canadians, saving for the down payment can feel like an uphill battle. Rising home prices and borrowing costs have made this a significant challenge—but with the right strategy, there’s a way to help your clients stretch their savings further.
The Secret Weapons: RRSP and FHSA
These government programs are tailor-made for first-time buyers.
House Prices Are Low, Now Is The Right Time To Invest In Real Estate
“Be Fearful When Others Are Greedy and Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful’
~ Warren Buffet
This quote fits in with how the state of the real estate market is going. Right now, home prices are lower and the interest rates are higher. This is causing uncertainty and some people will not buy. You can be certain in this, prices and interest rates will continue to go up and down. No market situation is forever. People will always need a roof over their heads, that is FOREVER!
5 Common Myths About Selling Your Home
1. If the First Offer I get is a good offer, that means my house is worth more, or I listed it too low.
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Accounting for Rental Properties: Common Mistakes And How To Avoid Them
When it comes to accounting for rental properties, there are
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