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What to Do If Your Security Deposit Doesn’t Cover Unpaid Rent

What to Do If Your Security Deposit Doesn’t Cover Unpaid Rent

As a landlord, when you begin a new lease with a tenant, it’s crucial to collect a security deposit from them to ensure that you’re protected financially in any situation. Collecting a security deposit from a tenant is standard practice and highly recommended to all rental property owners. A security deposit is usually equal to one month’s rent. While this may help you cover costs caused by a problematic tenant, it doesn’t always cover expensive repairs or unpaid rent. If you find yourself in this unfortunate and challenging situation, keep r…

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Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan

Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan

Every summer, Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan makes its return on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River. Running throughout July and August, the festival hosts nightly, full-length plays from Tuesday to Sunday all summer long! Starting in 1985, Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan sought to make the work of Shakespeare an enriching and accessible experience for everyone, all while supporting and celebrating the talents and abilities of local artists. It is a festival that occurs every year that produces not only plays performed by professional …

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A Guide to the Fair Housing Act in Canada

A Guide to the Fair Housing Act in Canada

As a landlord in Canada, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with federal Fair Housing Laws so you can ensure your tenants are treated fairly and in accordance with the law. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through what you need to know about providing fair housing to your Saskatchewan tenants. Reasons to Accept or Reject a Tenant Application According to the Fair Housing Act Before deciding on a tenant, it is your job as a landlord to ensure that whichever tenant you choose to occupy your rental property is trustworthy, responsible, and has…

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How to Maintain Your Rental Property

How to Maintain Your Rental Property

As a landlord in Regina, it’s imperative that you maintain your rental property. Routine maintenance can help you address issues quickly, keep your property in good shape, prevent maintenance emergencies and help you retain long-term tenants. Each party to a lease agreement has certain responsibilities under the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). In this article, you’ll learn what they are and what they entail. What Maintenance Responsibilities do Landlords Have The following are some of the responsibilities you have as a landlord in Regina. Sup…

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What Maintenance Issues Are Emergencies And What Can Wait For Regular Business Hours?

What Maintenance Issues Are Emergencies And What Can Wait For Regular Business Hours?

When it comes to rental property maintenance, there are no set hours. Sometimes maintenance issues happen outside regular business hours and, as a landlord, it’s your duty to address them. Depending on the nature of the property damage or maintenance issue, you may need to arrange for repairs right away, especially if you’re a long-distance landlord. However, not all property concerns should be treated as emergencies. As a property owner, it’s important to learn about rental safety standards so you can categorize which maintenance issues are em…

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