Landlords routinely face the dilemma of dealing with belongings left behind by a tenant following an eviction, abandonment, vacating on notice or by agreement, or the death of the tenant. It is often difficult for a landlord to know whether items are garbage or not,...

The most common problem area among the small landlords assisted by LSHC is nonpayment of rent. This Town Hall Meeting provides information on how to manage a nonpayment of rent situation highlighting potential pitfalls and guiding you through the process required to...

In this nuts and bolts presentation we discuss how a residential rental agreement in Ontario may be terminated. The presentation details how a tenancy may be terminated, agreement, notice from tenant, or notice from landlord. It also provides an overview of the...

Landlords have the right to end a rental agreement if the rental unit is required by the landlord for his/her own use, the use of an immediate member of the landlord's family, or for a caregiver, subject to provisions of the law.  Purchasers have similar rights when...

Do you know and understand the rules that govern when and why a landlord may enter a rental unit? The rules related to privacy which govern when a landlord may enter a rental unit can be confusing. In addition, the variety of reasons for which a landlord may enter a...

Landlords are often surprised to learn that a tenancy agreement can be ended by mutual agreement. Numerous questions usually follow and often include: how and when can this be done? what form must be used? and what if the tenant does not live up to their agreement to...

This Town Hall Meeting details a range of issues landlords should be aware of when planning to list a property which contains a rental unit for sale.

This Town Hall Meeting provides detailed information on the methods of service permitted in accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006. This is essential information every landlord should know and understand.

Do you know the difference between a sublet and an assignment?  Do you know the rules established under the Residential Tenancies Act which guide landlords when the request for a sublet or assignment is made?