Rental Resources
Should you file your own taxes or hire a professional?
Tax season can be a stressful time of year for all Canadians. For landlords and renters in particular, keeping track of the special tax considerations and different types of property taxes & deductions can seem an overwhelming task on top of already busy...
Should you file your own taxes or hire a professional?
Tax season can be a stressful time of year for all Canadians. For landlords and renters in particular, keeping track of the special tax considerations and different types of property taxes & deductions can seem an overwhelming task on top of already busy schedules. While many choose to take advantage of the different types of tax software available in Canada and file their taxes themselves,...
Should you file your own taxes or hire a professional?
Tax season can be a stressful time of year for all Canadians. For landlords and renters in particular, keeping track of the special tax considerations and different types of property taxes & deductions can seem an overwhelming task on top of already busy schedules. While many choose to take advantage of the different types of tax software available in Canada and file their taxes themselves,...
January 2024 Metro Vancouver Rent Report
At a glance The average monthly rent price for a one-bedroom, unfurnished unit in Metro Vancouver has increased by $26, or +1.12% this January to a new rate of $2,367. The average rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit in Metro Vancouver has now risen by $110 since...
January 2024 Montreal Rent Report
At a glance To begin the year, Montreal's city-wide average rental rate for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit has increased by $20, to $1,599/month. For the second consecutive month, Downtown Montreal had the most expensive average rent prices for all types of units...
Landlord Guide: Renting out a room in your house
For homeowners who find themselves with extra space, renting out a room in your house is a fantastic way to add an additional income stream and help pay off your mortgage. Becoming a landlord is a fairly straightforward endeavour, however, there are some crucial...
December 2023 Montreal Rent Report
At a glance Montreal's city-wide average rental rate for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit has decreased by $8, to $1,579/month this December. Downtown Montreal had the most expensive average rent prices for all types of units this month except for furnished...
Rent Reports
June 2023 Metro Vancouver Rent Report
At a glance The average monthly rent for a one-bedroom, unfurnished unit in Metro Vancouver has risen by $12...
May 2023 Calgary & Edmonton Rent Report
At a glance Calgary's average monthly rent price for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit fell by $21, to...
May 2023 Toronto Rent Report
At a glance The average monthly rent for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit in Toronto has fallen by $46 since...
May 2023 Metro Vancouver Rent Report
At a glance This May, the average rent for a one-bedroom, unfurnished unit in Metro Vancouver has risen by...
April 2023 Calgary & Edmonton Rent Report
At a glance As of April 2023, an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit in Calgary now rents for an average of $1,576...
April 2023 Toronto Rent Report
At a glance The average monthly rent for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit in Toronto has increased for the...
October 2023 Calgary & Edmonton Rent Report
At a glance The average monthly rent price for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit in Calgary fell by $94 this...
September 2023 Calgary & Edmonton Rent Report
At a glance Calgary's city-wide average monthly rent for an unfurnished, one-bedroom increased for the...
September 2023 Metro Vancouver Rent Report
At a glance This September marks the sixth consecutive month-to-month increase for Metro Vancouver's average...
September 2023 Toronto Rent Report
At a glance The Greater Toronto Area's average monthly rate for a one-bedroom, unfurnished unit has...
Renters
Applying For A Rental In Ontario Part 4: How Do I Fill Out A Rental Application?
Once you've found your next home, then it's time to fill...
Apartments For Rent Near U of T In Downtown Toronto
Whether you're a student looking for some great off-campus...
Applying For A Rental In Ontario Part 3: What Can A Landlord Ask For On A Rental Application In Ontario?
Landlords require a lot of sensitive information as part...
The Best Off-Campus Housing For International Students Coming To Canada Fall 2022
It's not easy being a student. The constant pressure of...
The Ultimate Renter’s Guide To Using liv.rent
Hello, and welcome to liv.rent! Are you a renter...
Applying For A Rental In Ontario Part 2: What do you need when applying for a rental?
When it comes to applying for apartments in Ontario, it...
Data Privacy And Renting: How To Protect Your Information
Information privacy is a hot-button issue that's taken...
The Top 8 Apartment Rental Websites In Vancouver
Vancouver, BC is a truly spectacular place to call home....
Rent In Canada: How To Secure A Home Before Coming To Canada
For many newcomers, finding a place to rent in Canada can...
FAQ: Everything You Need To Know About Rent Deposits In Ontario
For both renters and landlords in Toronto or other areas...
Ask An Expert: Duuo’s Katie Garland On Tenant Insurance FAQs
Welcome to “Ask An Expert”...
Landlords
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[Updated for 2024] What is Ontario’s maximum allowable rent increase?
Another year means the possibility of another rent...
The 5 best neighbourhoods to invest in real estate in Metro Vancouver
Metro Vancouver is known across Canada for two things:...
Rising interest rates and rental properties: what landlords need to know
Inflation and the corresponding rise in interest rates are...
Short-term vs. long-term rentals: which are right for you?
Landlords have a lot of decisions to make throughout the...
