When Tenants Aren't Paying It seemed like just a couple of weeks ago you tenant was having problems paying, but they promised they would make it up, or you thought it was a momentary hurdle so you let it slide while they got back on their feet. It can’t hurt to give them a chance? It seems to be a … [Read more...]
Landlord Challenges
The Biggest Challenge Landlords Face Thanks to all the people who reached out with their feedback regarding the challenges you are all facing as landlords. I appreciate all the great feedback and comments everyone is sending in regarding the website and the information I send out to you once you … [Read more...]
What Tenants Say Doesn’t Matter!
Why It Doesn't Matter If Your Tenant Says They Are Leaving! Ironically, you cannot take a tenant at their word when it comes to an eviction. Here’s how I learned this lesson personally. In one of my shared accommodation properties a few years ago, I had a tenant who “hurt” his back and was … [Read more...]
Does Your Rental Fit Under the Innkeepers Act?
Is It Innkeepers Act or RTA? Did you realize if you rent out rooms in your home, you actually fall closer under the Innkeepers Act, than the Residential Tenancy Act? According to the Alberta Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) section 2 (2) (c), the Residential Tenancies Act does not apply to; Rooms in … [Read more...]
Use the RTDRS To Evict Problem Tenants With Less Stress
How to Use the RTDRS Since the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service or RTDRS came along, the eviction process in Alberta has gotten somewhat easier for landlords. The RTDRS provides a streamlined method for getting your eviction hearing heard and it's done in a less formal and less … [Read more...]