Managing Shared Amenities in Townhouse Complexes
A modern townhouse complex in Ontario. Townhouse communities often share amenities like parking areas, green spaces, and playgrounds that require coordinated management. Townhouse communities in Ontario offer a unique blend of private living and communal benefits. Shared amenities – facilities jointly owned or used by all residents – enhance the lifestyle in these complexes but […]
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Why 2026 Will Be the Year of Preventative Maintenance in Canadian Condos
Ontario’s condominium landscape is changing rapidly. With aging buildings, soaring repair costs, and new safety regulations on the horizon, condo boards, landlords and property managers must shift to proactive upkeep. In 2026 deferring maintenance will no longer be an option – it will be a serious risk. Actuaries warn that many Ontario condos were built […]
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Step-by-Step Legal Eviction Timeline (Ontario Landlords 2026)
Navigating an eviction in Ontario requires following a strict legal process from start to finish. Landlords cannot simply remove a tenant – they must use the proper forms, wait prescribed timelines, get an order from the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), and have the Sheriff carry it out. This comprehensive guide provides an updated 2026 […]
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Setting Turnover Protocols for Furnished Units: A Landlord’s Step-by-Step System for Zero-Stress Tenant Transitions
For landlords offering furnished rentals, every move-in and move-out isn’t just about handing over the keys. It’s a full production—cleaning, inspecting, re-stocking, repairing, and often managing the emotional rollercoaster of unexpected surprises (like the mysterious disappearance of a microwave or a wine stain that wasn’t there before). Unlike unfurnished units where turnover may be as […]
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