Ontario Landlord Resource Hub
Whether you’re dealing with a non-paying tenant, planning to sell your property, or navigating an LTB application for the first time, you’ll find plain-language guides here written specifically for Ontario landlords. Browse by topic, watch the embedded videos, and book a free call when you’re ready to get help.
Damage Deposits in Ontario: Why They Are Illegal and What You Can Collect
One of the most common misunderstandings among Ontario landlords — especially those new to the province or new to renting [...]
First-Time Landlord Checklist: What to Do Before and After the Lease is Signed
Becoming a landlord in Ontario for the first time is exciting — and more regulated than most people expect. The [...]
Portable Air Conditioners in Rental Units: Can Your Tenant Install One?
As Ontario summers get hotter, more tenants want to install portable air conditioners in their rental units. Landlords who try [...]
Spring Maintenance Checklist for Ontario Landlords
Spring is the right time to inspect your rental property, address issues that developed over winter, and document the current [...]
Landlord Fines in Ontario: What Can Get You in Trouble with the LTB
Landlords in Ontario are not just claimants at the LTB — they can also be respondents, facing applications filed by [...]
Small Claims Court for Landlords: When to Use It Instead of the LTB
The LTB handles most landlord-tenant disputes in Ontario — but it is not the only option. In some situations, Small [...]
Wage Garnishment After an LTB Order: How Ontario Landlords Can Collect
Winning an LTB order for unpaid rent or compensation is step one. Collecting the money is a different process entirely. [...]
Rent Control Exempt Units: What Landlords Need to Know
One of the most significant changes to Ontario's landlord-tenant framework in recent years is the rent control exemption for units [...]
Annual Rent Increases: How to Do It Right and Avoid Costly Mistakes
Many Ontario landlords raise rent every year without fully understanding the process — and some make errors that either void [...]
Rent Increases in Ontario: What Landlords Can and Cannot Do
Rent increases in Ontario are among the most regulated aspects of the landlord-tenant relationship. The rules around when you can [...]
How to Show a Tenanted Property Without Violating the Tenant’s Rights
Selling a tenanted property in Ontario requires balancing your legitimate need to show the unit with your tenant's legal right [...]
Roommates and Subletting in Ontario: What Landlords Need to Know
Tenants who take in roommates or sublet their unit without permission create situations that many landlords are unsure how to [...]
