Useful guidance at all stages of the renting process

Renting For Canadians For Dummies helps soon-to-be renters feel confident navigating the multi-step renting process. Inside, you'll learn how to find a place that works for your needs and budget, get your security deposit back when you move out, and everything in between. In straightforward language, this book helps you feel prepared for any surprises that might crop up during the renting process. Real-life scenarios and realistic advice make this an essential resource that you can turn to time and again for reliable, comprehensive renting advice.

• Find safe, legitimate rental property listings, and avoid overpriced rentals and scams
• Get Canada-specific information for dealing with application criteria, negotiating a lease, securing tenancy insurance, and advocating for yourself
• Learn what makes condo living different for tenants-and sometimes better!
• Discover creative ideas for sprucing up your new space, without knocking down any walls

Anyone in Canada who needs a refresher on the complex renting process can find the information they need in this book.

Find your dream living space and feel at home

There are a lot of pros to renting-less maintenance, more flexibility, and, depending on the market, lower monthly costs. Renting For Canadians For Dummies helps you find a place to call home. You'll discover the most reliable listing sites and get tips on understanding your rights. You'll also get advice on filling out applications, talking to landlords, and making sure your lease is fair. This thorough guide even covers tenancy insurance in Canada, sprucing up your new place, and getting your deposit back when you move. Ready, set, rent!

Inside?

• Finding high-quality rentals
• Understanding tenants' rights
• Asking the right questions
• Dealing with imperfect credit
• Negotiating a lease agreement
• What you can and can't change
• Canada-specific laws & ideas
• Real-life renting scenarios