1) Setting Up Your Rental the Right Way

• Rent readiness checklist (repairs, safety, insurance, utilities)
• What to document before a tenant moves in
• Pricing strategy (rent comps + market timing)

2) Tenant Screening & Application Process

• What documents to request (ID, credit, employment, pay stubs, etc.)
• Red flags and how to verify information
• How to choose the strongest tenant (not just the first applicant)

3) Leasing & Documentation Essentials

• Ontario Standard Lease fundamentals
• Rules vs terms: what’s enforceable and what isn’t
• Deposits, key deposits, and what you can/can’t collect

4) Move-In, Inspections & Property Protection

• Move-in inspection checklist + photos/video best practices
• How to handle maintenance requests professionally
• Preventing damage and tenant disputes with clear systems

5) Managing the Tenancy (Best Practices)

• Communication standards (what to put in writing)
• Late payments: how to stay firm and professional
• Record keeping for taxes, disputes, and smooth renewals

6) Renewals, Rent Increases & Tenant Changes

• Month-to-month rules and how renewals work in Ontario
• Rent increase planning and timing
• Adding/removing occupants and assignment basics

7) Problem-Solving & Protecting Your Cash Flow

• Non-payment and early warning signs
• How to approach serious issues (damage, complaints, violations)
• When to bring in professionals (realtor, paralegal, lawyer)