5 Things That You Might Not Know About Your Rental Insurance

5 Things That You Might Not Know About Your Rental Insurance

  Rates for rental homes have gone down in the last 3 years Yes, that’s tough to believe I know.  With rates for property insurance on Vancouver Island seemingly ever spiraling upwards, it’s not possible rates for residential rentals have gone down.  Well, that’s...
So You Want To Be A Landlord?

So You Want To Be A Landlord?

  You’ve picked up your first investment property and ready to put up a listing among other houses to rent. Congratulations! So, where do you begin? While being a landlord might seem straightforward, there are many nuances to consider. If you want to forego...
How Often Should I Be Performing Property Inspections?

How Often Should I Be Performing Property Inspections?

  Property inspections are part and parcel of the rental industry. As such, property managers and landlords need to make regular check-ups to ensure the property is correctly maintained. However, how do you know how often to go? Most renters know that inspections...
Pets or No Pets?

Pets or No Pets?

  When it comes to apartments, pets or no pets is the age-old question. Do you allow for pets in your rental home or not? If you look on the market at apartments or houses for rent, you’ll notice most homeowners have a strict no pet policy. There are a...
Handling a Hoarder Tenant

Handling a Hoarder Tenant

  If you’re not naturally tidy, mess and clutter are something you’re familiar with. When the mess in our house gets to a certain point, we buckle. Garbage bags come out, broom, dustpan, and mop are put back in use, and we undertake a heavy purge and...