Are you prepared to sign a rental contract?

Do not sign a lease (or any other contract) that has blank spaces ... either fill them in or cross them out (so things can’t be added later without your knowledge). Also make sure to hang on to your copy of the lease in case of disputes later on.


What are you looking for in an apartment?

If you are still searching for that perfect apartment, here are a few things to keep in mind when making your choice.

Try and take the items on the list below into consideration and have as many checks as possible.

• good location
• safe neighbourhood
• wood floors
• good lighting
• laundry
• yard or balcony
• fireplace
• clean
• gas stove
• large bathtub
• separate entrance
• good water pressure
• plumbing
• sunlight
• good bones
• easy access to transit
• store nearby
• talk to previous tenant
• will they accept pets?
• closet space
• utilities included
• parking
• rent negotiable
• traffic
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