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Landlord-Approved Strategies to Rent With No Rental History

Whether it is young adults moving out of their parents’ house or having to relocate far from their hometown for work or studies, most of us have been first-time renters with no rental history. Looking for a place to rent for the first time can feel more daunting than usual, as most landlords prefer tenants … Read more

Our Recommendations to Make Your Rental Application Shine in 2024

In a scenario when Albertans are struggling to find new rentals while the vacancy rates continue to drop, saying that the competition amongst tenants is fierce is an understatement. Here’s when crafting a memorable rental application will be the deciding factor in getting the home of your dreams, and the bare minimum won’t be enough.  … Read more

How to End a Tenancy In Alberta

Whether a tenant decides to leave your rental property due to work or lifestyle changes or a landlord needs to end the tenancy due to conflict or other reasons, ending a tenancy in Alberta requires both parties to take some fundamental steps to close their lease agreement within the terms of the laws and regulations … Read more

Do You Need Renters’ Insurance in Alberta? Yes, Here’s Why.

Renters’ insurance (also known as tenants or rental insurance) is just a nice plus for many. In reality, it’s an essential asset that safeguards your belongings, provides liability protection, offers coverage for temporary living expenses, and ensures that you are financially prepared for unexpected events. We will cover renters’ insurance and what it covers to … Read more

10 Spring Cleaning Tips for Rental Properties

Updated on April 2024 Spring is here, so it’s a great time to deep clean and renew our spaces. Whether you’re a landlord preparing your rental property to receive its next tenant or renting a place, you can do some simple things to ensure you get the property cleaned up and in good shape. For … Read more

7 Ways to Deal with Noisy Neighbours

We’ve all dealt with an obnoxious, noisy neighbour at some point, especially when living in the big cities. If you have the bad luck of living next door to a loud neighbour, or if you’re a landlord and have received complaints about one of your tenants, know there are a series of ways to help … Read more

Rent Assistance Options for Alberta Tenants

The economic challenges we’re currently facing have made housing affordability more difficult. With rising prices in the real estate market, many home buyers have been forced back into the rental market, adding to the pressure on rental prices. As a result, many low-income Albertans are struggling to meet their basic living costs. If this is … Read more

11 Easy Rental Friendly Upgrades To Make Yourself At Home

If you’re a tenant you know you have to keep the floors, cabinets, walls, and other finishes of the property you rent, but that doesn’t mean you can’t give it their personal touch. You can upgrade your rented space to make it feel more like your own with a little creativity. Our top recommendations for … Read more

Rent Prices in Calgary: How Do They Compare With Other Cities?

Rent prices are one of the most important issues for landlords and tenants alike. And in the current context of the Canadian real estate market, it is more important than ever. We want to start talking about rent prices in Calgary addressing one of the most common questions owners and renters ask themselves: “how do rent … Read more

Buying vs. Renting a Home in Canada: What’s Better?

There is a point in their lives when virtually all Canadians ask themselves if they should buy a home or keep renting. Traditionally considered a sign of adulthood, owning a home is seen by Canadians as the most stable investment a person can make, and something that every person should aim for. However, there are … Read more