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Small Claims Court of Ontario: Basics a Landlord Needs to Know
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
After the Ontario LTB, you are not done because you still have to go to the SCC to enforce an order.
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Government News Regarding Landlord and Tenant Board Tribunal Orders in Ontario
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Announcement from the Ministry of Attorney General, Openroom's attendance at Queen's Park, and more updates on developments in the rental ecosystem.
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Pet Policies and Tenant Rights Across Canada: A Provincial Breakdown
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Learn about pet policies in Canadian rentals, including landlord rules, tenant rights, and service animal protections under provincial tenancy laws.
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Thoughts on Rent Control?
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Openroom community members weigh in on rent control.
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What Landlords Think About Municipal Renoviction laws: Feedback from Openroom's Community
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Openroom readers weigh in municipal renoviction laws
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How Landlords Want to Improve Rental Tribunals: Feedback from Openroom's Community
Weiting Bollu
Co-founder
Openroom readers weigh in on improvements to Landlord and Tenant Tribunals.
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London’s Response to Renovictions: Rental Unit Repair License
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
London, Ontario introduces new Rental Unit Repair License to combat renovictions, effective March 2025.
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Hamilton's Renoviction Bylaw: Renovation Licence and Relocation
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Hamilton, ON, introduces new Renovation Licence and Relocation Bylaw requirements for rental property renovations effective January 2025.
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Toronto’s Rental Renoviction Licence By-Law Overview
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Toronto’s Rental Renovation Licence By-law was passed in November 2024 and will take effect in July 2025. Find out what this means for small landlords in Toronto.
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How Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) Prevents Renovictions
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Here is how Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act and the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) protect tenants against renovictions.
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Origins of Renoviction Laws in British Columbia and Ontario
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Explore how New Westminster, B.C., led the fight against renovictions, influencing amendments to the British Columbia Residential Tenancy Act for enhanced tenant protections
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Getting Consent for Credit Reporting and Authorization: Application and Lease Addendum
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Legal agreements that allow landlords to collect credit information during application and report payment history throughout tenancy.
Updates
Updates
Openroom and SingleKey Partnership: Tenant Screening
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Every tenant screening report you pull from SingleKey will have an automatic Openroom search embedded.
Opinion
Opinion
The Big Bang Event of Ontario’s Housing Shortage Crisis
Chris Seepe
Housing Provider
An in-depth analysis tracing Ontario’s ongoing housing crisis back to the "Big Bang" of rent control policies from the 1970s.
Opinion
Opinion
Ontario’s Rental Crisis: Why Vacancy Control and Rent Restrictions May Worsen Affordability
Chris Seepe
Housing Provider
Read about rent control’s long term implications of rent control on affordable and available housing.
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Tenant Screening for Ontario Landlords: How to Use the Ontario Driver’s License Check Tool
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Ontario landlords can use the free Driver’s License Check tool to securely verify tenant IDs.
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Openroom & Equifax Partnership
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Openroom partners with Equifax to provide up-to-date rental debt data to Equifax.
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Ontario Landlord Associations: Resources, Advocacy, and Support for Property Owners
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
A guide to Ontario’s landlord and tenant associations to help navigate the rental ecosystem.
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The parallels between Canadian childcare operators and small-scale housing providers
Weiting Bollu
Co-founder
What do Canadian childcare operators and small-scale housing providers have in common?
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How to Confirm Your Reported Rental Debt with Openroom Has Hit Equifax
Weiting Bollu
Co-founder
Learn how to confirm if your tenant’s rental debt reported through Openroom has impacted their Equifax credit report.
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Renoviction Bylaws Explained in Ontario and British Columbia
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Learn how new renoviction laws in B.C. and Ontario protect tenants facing evictions due to renovations and address the growing housing crisis
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Bill 97: Key Changes to Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Learn how Ontario's Bill 97 protects tenants with new air conditioning rights, stricter eviction rules, and higher fines for bad-faith landlords.
Opinion
Opinion
Automatic Evictions: The Bogeyman of Bad Tenant Policy (and Small Landlord Survival)
Lorinda Seward
Small landlord
Explore the financial and emotional challenges faced by small landlords and tenants in the debate over automatic evictions.
Opinion
Opinion
The ‘Renoviction’ Rhetoric: How Language Distorts Ontario’s Real Rental Problem
Lorinda Seward
Small landlord
Unpacking the overblown “renoviction” rhetoric in Ontario and exploring the real issues with N13 evictions and rental market dynamics.
Opinion
Opinion
Key Things to Know About Housing in Alberta
Julia McRae
LIVIN Immigration Services
There are many good reasons to relocate to Alberta. Although there are many nuances to be aware of, compared to other parts of Canada, living in Alberta is still pretty cheap.
Opinion
Opinion
The 2-45 Solution: A New Approach to Rental Housing in Ontario
Steve Mitchell
Realtor
A proposed solution to Ontario's rental crisis that speeds up evictions for non-payment and reduces landlord fears,
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What Happens When I Go to the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board?
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Landlord or tenant heading to the LTB? This is your ultimate guide to the LTB.
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Ontario Court Enforcement Offices
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
A list of all court enforcement offices in Ontario for landlords.
Media
Media
Episode 55: A Transparent Rental Ecosystem with Openroom CEO
Austin Yeh
Co-host, RISE Network
Weiting Bollu discusses the legality of Openroom and non-payment of rent statistics in Ontario.
Media
Media
Transforming the rental ecosystem, with Openroom co-founder Weiting Bollu
Weiting Bollu
OnThreePodcast
Weiting Bollu delves into her personal life and shares stories of failure, perseverance, a broken arm and the journey to Openroom.
Media
Media
Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities for Landlords with Openroom
David Gorski
David and David on Real Estate
Co-founder Weiting Bollu talks about the public accessibility of court documents through Openroom’s database.
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Media
Key LTB Orders Every Realtor Should Know
David Gorski
David and David on Real Estate
Co-founder Weiting Bollu talks about 2 LTB orders that reveal how the legal system works in Ontario.
Media
Media
Future Trends in Real Estate for Landlords and Tenants
David Gorski
David and David on Real Estate
Weiting Bollu discusses the rental market landscape with David Gorski and David Korman
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How I Successfully Evicted My Tenant on Eviction Day
Weiting Bollu
C0-Founder
I successfully evicted my tenant with the help of a well-prepared team of family, friends, and professionals.
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Changing Mailbox Keys and Handling Tenant Mail
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
When you evict your tenant, you need to change your mailbox keys with Canada Post.
Opinion
Opinion
Rent Control: The Solution That Solves Nothing
Lorinda Seward
Small landlord
Small landlords are stuck playing the world’s worst game of Monopoly, while tenants are stuck on Baltic Avenue paying Pacific Avenue rent if they’re lucky.
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Ontario Utility Payments: Unpaid Tenant Bills and Property Tax
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
I share my insights on managing tenant utility payments and avoiding the financial pitfalls from unpaid water bills.
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Why You Need a Locksmith on Eviction Day: A Landlord's Guide
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
If you have an eviction day coming up, YOU NEED A LOCKSMITH.
Events
Events
Webinar: Co-Founder's Community Update Call (Wed. October 23, 2024)
Weiting Bollu
Webinar
Join Co-Founders Weiting and Vishal for updates on Openroom, industry insights, and an interactive workshop!
Media
Media
Real Talk with Gary: Episode 259 Featuring Weiting Bollu on Fighting Back Against the War on Landlords
Gary Hibbert
Real Talk with Gary
Weiting Bollu, CEO of Openroom spoke with Host Gary Hibbert, Realtor and Investor at Smart Home Choice
Media
Media
Sync or Swim Podcast by Rentsync: Episode 86 Featuring Weiting Bollu on Enhancing Transparency in the Canadian Rental Market
Giacomo Ladas
Rentsync
Weiting Bollu, CEO of Openroom spoke with Host Giacomo Ladas, Associate Director of Communications at Rentals.ca and Rentsync.
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How to Handle Junk Left Behind by Evicted Tenants
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
A guide to junk removal from your property and life after your tenant leaves.
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When Pets Leave a Mess: A Landlord’s Guide to Managing Pet-Related Damage
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
A comprehensive guide for landlords on understanding and managing pet-related issues in rental properties.
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Debt Recovery: How to enforce an LTB order in Small Claims Court
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Learn about how you can recover rental debt via small claims court using a court order from the LTB!
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Ontario Evictions: The Sheriff's Role, the 72-Hour Rule, and Protecting Your Property
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Learn about the 72-hour rule and sheriff duties during an Ontario eviction process.
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8 Ways To Check Your Credit Score: Essential Knowledge for Renters
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Credit scores can affect your rental prospects. Find out how you can access your credit score.
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A Landlord’s Guide to Understanding Collection Agencies
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Learn more about collection agencies and if it is the right choice for you.
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Landlord’s Guide to Skip Tracing and Examination Hearing in Ontario
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Get the information you need about your tenant through skip tracing or an examination hearing.
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Oshawa Rejected Rental Licensing in 2023
Chris Seepe
Housing Provider
New Licensing legislation has hit neighbour cities like Kingston and Brampton, in Ontario. What happened to Oshawa in the past?
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Are Bad Behaviour Lists Allowed?
Chris Seepe
Housing Provider
"Bad Tenant/Landlord Lists" - What's the deal? The answer may surprise you so sit down, grab a coffee, and take a read. It's a long article but one worth reading and sharing.
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Credit Counselling: Balancing Finances for Renters
Jasmine Jasani
Growth Advisor
Before thinking about bankruptcy, consider free credit counselling as an option.
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Difference Between Equifax vs TransUnion Credit Reports in Tenant Screening
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Equifax vs TransUnion - what are the major differences between the two credit bureaus in Canada?
Events
Events
Recap: Openroom Community Update Call - July 2024 Edition
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Rewatch: Co-Founders, Weiting and Vishal, deliver the latest updates to Openroom; plus, hear Canadian rental market insights from the Rentals.ca team.
Opinion
Opinion
Tenant Story: Given illegal 18.8% rent increase
Anonymous
Tenant
Opinion contributor from Tenant Advocate who was served with eviction notice after illegal 18.8% rent increase above the Ontario guideline.
Opinion
Opinion
Tenant Story: Somewhere you'd never want to be
Rachael A.
Tenant
Opinion contributor from Tenant Advocate on the true reflection of Toronto's shelter standards for the homeless.
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7 Free Resources for Tenant Legal Assistance in Ontario
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Tenants have rights. There are organizations that can provide guidance on certain cases
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Is my rental unit under rent control?
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
As a Tenant in Ontario, you should know the rate your Landlord can increase your rent by. If you don't, you are too naive.
Updates
Updates
2024 May: We stopped accepting application filings
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Openroom has stopped accepting Application filings in Ontario, Canada
Newsletter Archive
Newsletter Archive
You're part of the movement too
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
2024 June Openroom Co-Founder Weiting's Newsletter
Updates
Updates
2024 February: Preventing Tenant Name Search on Bad Faith Evictions
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
Openroom will prevent the Tenant's name from being searchable inside the Openroom Court Order System.
Events
Events
Webinar: 78 Clauses Missing from the Ontario Standard Lease
Weiting Bollu
Webinar
Discover the 78 clauses that can enhance and customize your lease agreement to suit your specific needs.
Newsletter Archive
Newsletter Archive
Are you desperate for change?
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
2024 May Openroom Co-Founder Weiting's Newsletter
Newsletter Archive
Newsletter Archive
Over $100M of debt owed in the last 3 years
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
2024 March Openroom Co-Founder Weiting's Newsletter
Newsletter Archive
Newsletter Archive
You didn't do s*** - My hard learned lessons
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
2024 April Openroom Co-Founder Weiting's Newsletter
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Natural Justice and the Landlord Tenant Board of Ontario
Nicola Bain
Paralegal
Unlock the key insights into landlord-tenant hearings! From the essential principles of natural justice to navigating procedural fairness, this article demystifies the Landlord Tenant Board's discretionary power.
Opinion
Opinion
Landlord Story: Candid Challenges Of A Small Landlord
Anonymous
Housing Provider
A candid perspective from a small landlord, challenging common perceptions about landlord-tenant relationships and the realities of the rental market today.
Opinion
Opinion
Landlord Story: drugs, non-payment of rent, and on the brink defaulting on mortgage
Lorinda Seward
Housing Provider
5 arrests within 6 weeks on my property. How much more can I take?
Opinion
Opinion
“Where can I find a home?” An Introduction to the Canadian Immigrant Housing Challenge
Nino Melikidze
Guest
Ever heard of Immitracker - the largest immigration application tracker in Canada and Australia?
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The Landlords Guide: When Tenants Are Not Paying Rent in Ontario
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
If you are a Landlord with a Tenant who doesn't pay rent, the average is a $15,863 loss per Openroom.ca data.
Newsletter Archive
Newsletter Archive
Can I treat you to coffee?
Weiting Bollu
Co-Founder
July 2024 Edition of the Openroom Rental Nexus Newsletter