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Quick, practical answers on screening, inspections, leases and everyday renting in Alberta — from a team that has managed rentals for over 45 years.
Does an Eviction Notice Give a Landlord Possession?
What Should a Landlord Do When Rent Is Late in Alberta?
When Can a Landlord Enter a Rental Property in Alberta?
Who Is Responsible for Rental Repairs in Alberta?
Fixed-Term vs Periodic Tenancy: What’s the Difference?
What Should an Alberta Lease Clearly Cover?
When Can a Landlord Raise the Rent in Alberta?
What Are Alberta’s Security Deposit Rules for Landlords?
7 Questions to Ask Before You Raise the Rent
Before you send a rent increase notice, weigh what you could lose. A reliable tenant, the real market rate, local vacancy times, your property's condition and turnover costs can all make a smaller increase, or none, the more profitable choice.
Why Good Properties Don't Always Make Good Investments
A property can look flawless in a walkthrough and still be a poor rental investment. Profitability comes from neighbourhood fundamentals, steady rental demand and predictable operating costs, not from how stylish the finishes are.
What's the Biggest Mistake Renters Make Before Looking?
The biggest mistake happens before you ever book a viewing: starting your search without a clear picture of your actual life. Set your all-in budget, commute limit and true needs first, and you'll stop falling for listings that don't fit.
What Does Renting Really Cost Beyond the Rent?
The listed rent is rarely the full amount you'll pay. Before you sign, add up utilities, internet, parking, tenant insurance, laundry, commuting and moving costs so you know your real monthly total and aren't stretched in month one.
7 Warning Signs of a Rental Application Scam
One odd detail may be a mistake. Several may point to something more serious. Here are 7 warning signs of a rental application scam and how landlords can protect themselves.
5 Questions to Avoid Asking Rental Applicants
Screening should stay focused on the tenancy. Here are 5 questions Alberta landlords should avoid asking rental applicants, and what to ask instead.
8 Questions to Ask a Prospective Tenant
Good screening questions are clear, relevant to the tenancy, and asked consistently. Here are 8 questions Alberta landlords can ask a prospective tenant to find the right fit.
Move-In Inspection: 8 Things Landlords Should Document
The move-in report is the shared starting point for every tenancy. Here are 8 things Alberta landlords should document at move-in to protect the property, avoid disputes, and set a strong start.
Move-Out Inspection: Your 8-Point Landlord Checklist
A move-out inspection should compare the home with its documented starting condition, not memory. Use this 8-point checklist to keep the process fair, evidence-based, and in line with Alberta rules.