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Why a 2-month rental deposit makes sense for landlords
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Why a 2-month rental deposit makes sense for landlords

For tenants, a 2-month rental deposit may seem steep, but for many landlords it just makes business sense.

Planning for homeownership success
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Planning for homeownership success

How to make sure you’re financially ready to buy a home in 2017.

Landlords can be held responsible for the actions of their tenants
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Landlords can be held responsible for the actions of their tenants

A recent report in the Smith Tabata Buchanan Boyes (STBB) newsletter highlights the importance of keeping tabs on what is happening on your property if a tenant is in place.

Selling? Here’s why you should always insist on a deposit
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Selling? Here’s why you should always insist on a deposit

We asked a couple of property experts why deposits are so important and what the implications could be if a buyer doesn't put his money where his mouth is.

Can you terminate a lease agreement without recourse?
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Can you terminate a lease agreement without recourse?

Under what circumstances can a tenant terminate their tenancy without breaching their contract agreement?

Serious building fails to watch out for
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Serious building fails to watch out for

Don’t get caught making one of these mistakes or your building plans could turn into a nightmare.

How to pick the right managing agent
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How to pick the right managing agent

A good managing agent can take the stress of managing an investment property off landlords. Here are a few tips to help you choose a managing agent.

This is the reason so many eviction applications go wrong
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This is the reason so many eviction applications go wrong

It’s every landlord’s nightmare to find out that their eviction order has been denied by the courts. One easy step can help landlords avoid this pitfall.

Ask a lawyer: Buying a home from a deceased estate
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Ask a lawyer: Buying a home from a deceased estate

What are the ins-and-outs of buying a property from a deceased estate? We asked Tamaryn Nowitz, an attorney from Alan Levy Attorneys to give us some pointers.