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2010 RENT INCREASE GUIDELINE
How much can a landlord increase my rent in 2010?
The Ontario government has announced the maximum percentage by which a landlord will be able to raise the rent for most residential tenants (without approval from the Landlord and Tenant Board).
02/15/10 03:48:10 pm
The Dos and Don't of Buying Your First Home
For most people, buying a home is the most significant investment of their lives. Moreover, in spite of the doubt and confusion clouding both the financial markets and news headlines, there are many genuine real estate opportunities - especially for first-time buyers.
In general, prices are stable and historical data demonstrates that purchasing a home has proven a sound long-term financial investment. However, first-time homebuyers are often understandably anxious when it comes time to making the purchase. We have come up with a simple "do and don't" list to make the process easier for everyone dreaming of homeownership.
02/01/10 02:45:32 pm
When does a landlord have to turn the HEAT on? What temperature does my landlord have to keep my apartment at?
Here's the answer from the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board website:
12/05/09 04:36:08 pm
Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (the RTA) - It's the law in Ontario!
Are you wondering exactly what does the law in Ontario say about a specific Tenancy issue?
12/05/09 12:41:25 pm
Can a landlord charge a person a DEPOSIT or a fee for allowing them to rent a unit? Can they charge a DAMAGE DEPOSIT?
Here's the answer from the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board website.
08/12/09 03:07:38 pm
How much can a landlord raise the rent this year? 2009 RENT INCREASE GUIDELINE
Each year the Ontario Government announces the province's rent increase guideline for the following year. This annual rent increase guideline is the maximum percentage that a landlord in Ontario can increase the rent for an existing tenant without obtaining special approval from the Landlord and Tenant Board.
02/09/09 04:42:16 pm
The VACANCY RATES in Kitchener-Waterloo and area have fallen
Article from The Record, December 15, 2008 - www.therecord.com
A couple of years ago, some landlords would offer a month's free rent, free parking or gift cards to entice new tenants.
Now, apartments in Waterloo Region are snapped up faster than in many other Canadian cities, thanks in part to a young population delaying home ownership, a new report says.
12/15/08 02:10:13 pm
Can the landlord refuse to rent to a person if they have a PET?
Here's the answer from the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board website.
10/10/08 03:18:55 pm
Leaving Before the Lease Expires - SUBLETTING and Assignments
You may find yourself having to move to a new residence before the end of your tenancy agreement. Perhaps you have been transferred, or you purchased a home. Nonetheless, you are still responsible for the rent owing on the remainder of your lease.
09/24/08 05:14:22 pm
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