Best Practices for Successful Tenancies

TENANT AND LANDLORD RESOURCES
Written By SSC Administrator

Take the Course, Renting it Right

Best Practices:

For Landlords:

  • Understand the Residential Tenancy Act

  • Screen candidates thoroughly » See Screening Questions 

  • Have clear rental agreements

  • Communicate openly / Establish protocols

  • Set up pre-authorized rent payments

  • Conduct move-in and move-out condition inspections

  • Respect Privacy and rules

  • Keep the property in good, safe condition

  • Clarify expectations related to upgrades, repairs and maintenance

  • Document everything

For Tenants:

  • Know your lease and the law

  • Pay rent on time

  • Communicate effectively

  • Maintain the property

  • Follow the terms of the tenancy agreement

  • Respect neighbours

  • Get insurance to protect your belongings

  • Document everything

SSC Administrator
Previous

Forms, Resources and Calculators
Next

Local Government Agencies