Posts Tagged ‘Landlord Tips’
This Is How Landlords End Up at the LTB
Most landlords don’t buy a rental property thinking, “I can’t wait to deal with the Landlord and Tenant Board.” Usually, it starts with something much smaller. A tenant stops paying rent. A repair isn’t completed. There is a disagreement about the lease. A landlord wants the tenant to leave but isn’t sure which notice to…
Read MoreThe Hidden Cost of Setting Rent Too Low
Every landlord wants a rental property that stays occupied. After all, an empty property means no rental income. So when a landlord finds a tenant quickly, it can feel like a win. The property is occupied. Rent is coming in. There’s no vacancy to worry about. But there’s another problem that doesn’t get talked about…
Read MoreYour Rental Is Vacant. Should You Lower the Rent?
Your rental property has been listed for weeks. The phone isn’t ringing as much as you’d hoped. Showings are slow. Applications aren’t coming in. And now you’re asking yourself: “Should I lower the rent?” It’s one of the most uncomfortable decisions a landlord can make. Nobody wants to reduce their rental income. But at the…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Tenant for Property Showings Without Creating Conflict
Selling a rental property or preparing it for new tenants can be stressful—especially when the property is still occupied. As a landlord, you want prospective buyers or renters to see the property at its best. Your tenant, on the other hand, may be worried about their privacy, constant interruptions, or what the future holds for…
Read MoreHow Often Should You Inspect Your Rental Property in Ontario?
Owning a rental property is about more than collecting rent each month. It’s also about protecting your investment, maintaining a safe home for your tenants, and addressing small issues before they become expensive repairs. One of the best ways to do that is through regular property inspections. But many landlords in Ontario ask the same…
Read MoreVacant Possession vs. Selling With Tenants: What Makes More Sense?
If you’re preparing to sell your rental property, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to sell it vacant or with tenants still living inside. Many landlords automatically assume that an empty property will sell faster and for more money. Others believe keeping tenants in place makes the property more attractive—especially to real…
Read MoreHow Professional Property Management Can Help You Sell Faster
When most property owners think about selling a rental property, they focus on finding a realtor, setting a price, and getting the property listed. Those are all important steps. But what many landlords don’t realize is that a successful sale often starts long before the “For Sale” sign goes up. The condition of the property,…
Read MoreWhat Happens If Your Tenant Refuses Showings?
You’ve decided to sell your rental property or you’re preparing to rent it to a new tenant. The photos are done. The listing is live. Potential buyers or renters are interested. Then you get the message: “I don’t want anyone coming through my home.” Now what? Can a tenant legally refuse showings in Ontario? The…
Read MoreHow to Keep Good Tenant Relationships During a Sale
When landlords decide to sell a rental property, most of the focus naturally goes toward: But there’s another side of the process that often gets overlooked: The tenant experience. For tenants, hearing that the property they live in is being sold can create a lot of uncertainty. They may worry about: And when communication is…
Read MoreCan You Sell a Rental Property With Tenants Still Living Inside?
A lot of landlords assume that when they decide to sell a rental property, the tenant automatically has to leave. But in Ontario, that’s usually not how it works. In fact, tenant rights continue even when a property is listed for sale. And this is where many landlords get caught off guard. Selling a tenant-occupied…
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