Off Campus Housing
Frequently Asked Questions |
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| Question | View Answer |
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| How do I post a house for rent or view existing rentals? | |
| My prospective landlord has a clause in the lease that the lease will end after a certain date. Is that normal? | |
| What information does the landlord have to give a new tenant? | |
| How can I save money when renting? | |
| My new potential landlord has asked me to provide 12 months of rent cheques at the time I sign the lease. Do I have to? | |
| I'm ready to sign a lease. The landlord has asked for first and last month's rent and a deposit. Is this legal? | |
| I signed a lease agreement and now I've found a place I'd rather live. Now I'd like to get out of my first lease. What should I do? | |
| I moved into a rental unit and have been there for a little while (under 12 months). I want to move out now. What is the process? | |
| Repairs need done and the landlord hasn't completed them. I won't pay the rent this month to get him/her to do the repairs faster. Is this okay? | |
| My rental unit has exposed wires/switches/lights and I am concerned for my safety. What is my best course of action? | |
| It's really cold outside and the heat in my rental unit isn't enough for me to feel comfortable. I can't control the heat in my unit. What should I do? | |
| There doesn't seem to be any rental ads on the Laurier web site that meet my needs. What should I do? | |
| I am considering renting a room in a home shared with the owner. Would I be protected under the Residential Tenancies Act? | |
| Four friends and I want to sign a lease starting the first of May. The lease is written so that the rent is for the full amount of $2,000 ($500 each). Does this matter to me as a renter? | |
| Is it true I cannot be evicted in the winter months? | |
| I am seriously considering renting a unit. The landlord has given me a copy of the lease to review. Is there someone I can review the lease with and ask questions before I commit by signing? | |
| I am having a problem with my landlord/roommate(s)/rental agreement and need help. What should I do? | |
| When should I start my search for housing for the next school year? | |
| Where can I find further resources? | |