What are rent-to-own homes in Ontario?
For many people, owning your own home is the dream. However, over the past few years, watching housing prices climb has been more of a nightmare. As a result, many first-time homebuyers have found themselves priced right out of the market or looking for other options...
Basement rentals: What are the pros and cons?
It’s not uncommon for many first-time renters to originally shy away from the idea of renting a basement apartment. Many imagine a dark and damp unit with bad living conditions. However, this is very far from the truth! It may not sound too appealing, but in Canada,...
Basement apartments: 4 important questions to ask your landlord
Basement apartments are an attractive option to some renters because they often have more square footage than standard apartments. Also, your rent may be cheaper in high-rent locations than traditional apartment complexes. However, basement apartments are not without...
What you should know before renting a basement apartment
If you are looking to move out of your parent’s home and into your own space, it can seem impossible with the market the way it is. Whether you are looking to leave the nest or are new to Canada, you probably want to find a cheaper place to live. If so, basement...