April 27 - May 11, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 09
Brantford-Hamilton-Niagara Edition
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181 John St. N.
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285 Dundurn Street
DUNDURN COURT
Close to convenience store, local bus routes and Hwy access. Free outdoor parking
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85 Barlake Ave
WEDGEWOOD
2641 King Street East
CENTENNIAL COURT
Quick highway access. Close to amenities
GLEN VALLEY
Located just minutes away from the Lime ridge Mall and Eastgate Square. Backs onto a group of beautiful parks including King's Forest Park, Mohawk's Sports Park and Upper King's Forest Park
7 Catherine Street North
NORWICH
Minutes from McMaster University and the McMaster University Medical Center. Quick and easy access to the 403 and QEW for commuters or travellers
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GAGE MANOR
Excellent location, close to transit, local stores, banks and easy access to Linc.
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Close to the Hamilton Go Station, local shops and Jackson Sq.
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BEL GAL
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WEST MOUNT
Close to McMaster University, local bus service and shopping.
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BEVERLY HILLS
Beautiful building with Easy Hwy access, Close to Westdale village and local shopping.
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CHEDOKE
1,2 & 3 bedrooms available
MOUNTAIN PARK 1 & 2 bedroom available 8 East 36th Street
760 Mohawk Road West
Close to schools, transit, parks, hospital.
Close to walking trails, shopping and local bus service.
1.877.469.4891
UPPER JAMES
1 & 2 bedrooms available 631-633 Upper James Street
Close to Local shopping, Malls and all public transport.
1.877.469.5244 Visit us online at
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WESTMOUNT
2 & 3 bedrooms available 1928 Main Street West
Close to 403, bus routes and local shopping
1.877.469.4882
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KENSINGTON
Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedrooms 115 Main Street East
FONTAINEBLEAU 1, 2 & 3 bedroom available 121 Hunter Street
Down town core location, walking distance to the Go Station, Jackson Sq. and all local bus services.
Walking distance to Jackson Sq. and city hall
1.877.469.5231
877.469.5005
WESTPARK
OAKLAND 1
1 & 2 bedroom available 1760 Main Street West
Close to McMaster University, major shopping and local bus routes.
1.866.454.1849
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1 bedroom apts. available 123 Charlton Av. E.
Nr. John St. Bus Routes and walking distance to Jackson Sq.
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apartments townhouses Spacious & Sparkling Clean Units, Near Bus Routes & Amenities and the Red Hill Parkway
Kings Forest Manor
288 Mount Albion Rd. | 905-578-5488 - Building Super Offers many features for your active lifestyle. Includes swimming pool, and is only steps away from the Niagara Escarpment. Well maintained with up to date amenities including underground parking for some units.
One and Two Bedroom Apartments
Kently Towers
Hamilton's
543 Queenston Rd. | 905-561-1239 - Building Super Worry-Free living is what you can enjoy in this extremely secure building. Ideal for seniors, close to many conveniences including Eastgate Mall, and bus routes.
One and Two Bedroom Apartments
Kingswood Place
6 Kingswood Place | 905-387-0848 - Building Super Your family will enjoy the spacious layout, complete with clean appliances. Steps away from grocery store, bus routes, schools and Glendale Golf Course. Very convenient!
Two and Three Bedroom Townhomes
www.desantis.com email: info@desantis.com
Head Office: 905-777-0252
Providing Hamilton and area with quality dwellings for over 30 years. Call us today, we’ll make you feel at home! 5G
The Villa Marie Community - 43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St., 151 Hughson St. – 905 528 5253
Main & Bay
Blink Bonnie Apartments - 136 Bay St. South – 905 528 4675
Main & Bay
Bay 200-200 Bay St. South – 905 529 9553
Main & Bay
Haldimand Apartments - 140 Robinson St. – 905 529 9553
Main & Bay
Robinson Place - 33 Robinson St. – 905 525 8373
Bay & Charlton
The Concord - 187 Park Ave. – 905 525 3371
Main & Queen
Savaria & Pannonia Towers - 145 & 165 Queen St. South – 905 570 8691
Bay & King
The Marketeer & Villager - 150 & 160 Market St. – 905 529 9401
Main & John
Landmark Place - 100 Main St. East – 905 528 1414
John & Burlington
Harbour & Marina Towers - 35 Brock St. & 600 John St. North – 905 526 1994
Main & Nash
The Eldorado - 494 Queenston Rd. – 905 573 6361
BRANTFORD
West & Fairview
Westgate Towers - 661 West St. – 519 751 3867
Fairview & North Park
Dornia Manor - 321 Fairview Dr. – 519 752 3596
Fairview & North Park
North Park Towers - 325 North Park Rd. – 519 752 3596
Plains & King
Surrey Lane Apartments - 685,695,705 Surrey Ln. – 905 639 0456
Lakeshore & Brant
The Caledon - 1363 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 637 8431
Lakeshore & Brant
The Sandpiper - 1431 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 632 1427
Queen Mary & Rebecca
Park Terrace I, II, III - 199, 187, 189 Queen Mary Dr. – 905 842 5300
Navy & Randall
Centennial Towers - 155 Navy St. – 905 842 3859
Speers & Kerr
The Premier Court - 41 Speers Rd. – 905 338 3342
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Lakewood Apartments - 1257 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 271 5370
Dixie & Bloor
Pacific Way I – 3480 Havenwood Dr. – 905 629 7941
Dixie & Bloor
Pacific Way II – 1485 Williamsport Dr. – 905 629 7941
Lakeshore & Parklawn
Landmark Apt. -2493 Lakeshore Blvd. – 416 255 4559
Lakeshore & Parklawn
Promenade -2301 Lakeshore Blvd. – 416 253 2246
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A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954
HOMESTEAD.CA Bay 200 Apartments 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms • Modern & spacious suites • Penthouses with sunken living room • Indoor pool, sauna, squash court, gym • Outdoor deck with BBQ
Bay St.
Queen St.
HAMILTON
Hunter St.
Robinson St.
• Close to GO station • Laundry facilities • Controlled access
200 Bay Street South Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
905-523-7017 The Villager 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms
Market St Bay St
Queen St
HAMILTON
Main St E
• Newly renovated • Walking distance to public transit, Copps Coliseum, Hess Village and more • Laundry facilities
• Controlled access • Exercise room • On-site staff
160 Market Street Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
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A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954
HOMESTEAD.CA The Villa Marie Community
Young
Bachelor 1 Bedrooms
John St
HAMILTON 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms
• Spacious suites • Location by HSR and GO Station • Laundry facilities • Controlled access
Forest
• Offers clean, quiet living in fully renovated, suites at an excellent price • Visit our friendly, on-site staff at the office located at 57 Forest Ave.
43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St. & 151 Hughson St S Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
905-523-7017
Savaria & Pannonia Towers Bachelor 1 Bedrooms
Queen St.
HAMILTON 2 Bedrooms
• Spacious suites • Controlled entry • Laundry facilities
Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
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145 & 165 Queen Street South
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Bay St.
Hunter St.
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Have you seen Downtown’s Best Rental Value? 1 BDRM from $720 • 2 BDRMS from $820 • 3 BDRMS from $995 Includes heat, hydro & water
• Start the week off right with FREE breakfast in the lobby for kids, every Monday during the school year • Walk to schools, public library and Jackson Square Mall • Renovated lobby • Across from McLaren Park with playground, splashpad and basketball court • Bus stop at the corner GYM COMING • Overnight security patrol SOON! • On-site laundry room B ar t on S tree t We
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WEST HAMILTON Live in Hamilton and work in the GTA • Walk to school and the Hospital • Bus stop at your door • Mature treed setting • Large bedrooms, suitable for roommates • Outdoor pool • GO bus stop at our front door • Easy access to Highway 403
Main St. W. Exit
Longwood
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McMaster University Hospital
McMaster Innovation Park + Research Centre
Main St. W. 403 Entry from Main
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Aberdeen
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Hamilton 01537
townhomes 515 Queen Victoria Drive
• Easy access to the Linc. Call
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GUMIERO hOldInGs
2, 3 & 4 BEdROOM $ townhomes from 970
140 Wellington Street South
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905.561.8000 April 27 - May 11, 2013
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• Clean & secure building • Wheelchair accessible Call
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Eastgate square 70 Glenburn Court spacious 1, 2 & $ from 699 3 bedrooms • Close to all amenities • Wheelchair accessible Call
905-561-6352 caledonia 130 Argyle Street North
1 & 2 BEdROOM
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• Easy access to the Linc. • Wheelchair accessible Call
905-765-0895 grimsby 1 & 3 Slessor Blvd.
bachelor 1, 2 & $ from 603 3 BEdROOM • Clean & secure • Wheelchair accessible Call Please say you saw it in Renters Guide!
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Hamilton
Incredible Value
The Newly Renovated
IDEAL DOWNTOWN LOCATION
Walk to GO Station, Hospitals, Shopping, Restaurants.
Renaissance TOWERS
On the Bus Route!
1 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Starting from 2 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Starting from Main floor space for lease $300/Mth ideal for accountant
01505
• Individually Controlled Heat • Freshly Painted • Secured Entry • Newly Carpeted • Large Balconies • New Appliances *Ceramic tile in kitchen, entry, dining room & washroom
710 $ 820 $
All utilities included
100 Ferguson Ave. S., Hamilton Ferguson @ Hunter Call
905.527.2626 Open 7 Days a Week & Evenings.
suenicholson@live.ca
For rental Inquiries please email: Hamilton
• prime downtown location
• free parking
• suitable for professionals
• laundry facilities on-site
• walking distance to GO station, buses or shopping • clean building • quiet tree-lined neighbourhood
• controlled access
• included heat, hot water, hydro extra • blinds included • storage lockers
One Bedroom From
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47 Bold Street, Unit 1
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Jacqueline Hill editor in chief, real estate
Susan Legge accoUnt Manager
Amy O’Reilly editor
Elisa Krovblit
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t’s always disappointing to hear of scams, but where there’s money involved, there’s sure to be someone who has figured one out. The rental industry, unfortunately, has seen issues with scammers arise. There are ways to protect yourself from falling victim to these unsavoury and unscrupulous characters. A bit of homework and a few suggestions should keep you and your money from being parted by a scam. Don’t rent without a visit. Anyone can promise anything, but does the apartment they’re describing exist – or have the pictures just been lifted from another apartment? If you cannot visit yourself, have a trusted family member, friend or colleague go and see the place for you. Don’t use a money order, wire transfer or cash. Use a cheque or credit card, for the deposit. Create a paper trail back to the person who took your money. Don’t fall for something too good to be true. Sure, there are some great deals to be had.Sometimes a landlord lists on the low side, but generally, you get what you pay for, and if you pay for a unicorn, you’re just buying something that doesn’t exist. Do your research. Most property management companies have a business and online presence. They will want an application and do a credit check. They will have no problem giving you their contact information. You should be leary of any landlord that acts shady, doesn’t want to give you any information, doesn’t have the answers to your questions and doesn’t know the building or neighbourhood very well. Use your instincts, if it doesn’t feel right, dig a little bit deeper or walk away without handing over money. Losing your rental deposit – or worse yet, showing up with all of your belongings on moving day only to find out you’ve got no place to live – can be devastating. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find that perfect place to call home. Our magazine and website, TheRentersGuide.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments, informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!
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Decorating
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When decorating small spaces, you don’t necessarily have to go with pint-sized furniture. Just pare down the number of pieces.
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One of the quickest ways to change the look of a rental, aside from paint, is to change the lighting. Invest in new light fixtures and take them with you when you leave.
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We improved a kitchen for a budding chef by capping inexpensive bookshelves with a slab of granite we found in the sale section at one of our suppliers. Instant island! Widely recognized for her professionalism, resources, and winning charm, Jodi Gilmour helped many into new rentals when she hosted HGTV’s hit series For Rent. She was also a featured contributor on Marriage Under TheRentersGuide.ca Construction. Her experience managing one of Canada’s largest and most successful RE/MAX franchises sets her apart from the competition. Jodi’s says she’s committed to improving their quality of life.
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Hamilton 03840
Senior Housing 1100 Limeridge Road East
Macassa Avenue
• Fabulous Senior Apartment
• Great Senior Location
• On a major bus route • Close to shopping • Secure building • Central Air
If you are 60 years of age or older and would like to be close to shopping, on a major bus route, close to a hospital and in great community setting, and are wanting all of this at the reasonable cost...
A Must See!
... Don’t wait, only a couple of units left!!
1 Bedrooms $745 + Hydro
1 Bedrooms $607 utilities included for 1 bedroom
Many great locations to choose from
To view call Laurie Ward at 905-546-2424 Ext.7874 or 289-921-7368 Hamilton
Vittoria Apartments
600 $ 2 Bedroom 700 $ 3 Bedroom 900 1 Bedroom
$
+ hydro + hydro + hydro
Tenants that honour a 1 year lease agreement will get a
13th month
frEE rent!
*Some conditions apply, please ask for details
Features: • Clean apartment in modern building • Large balconies with view • Shopping nearby & on bus route • Security monitored premises • New private underground parking available • Quick access to QEW & Niagara
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02467
221 Melvin Ave., Hamilton (Parkdale/Barton)
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905.545.0244 Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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Hamilton
AFFORDABLY PRiceD quality family living in hamilton
Bachelors 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
580 $ from 680 $ from 780 from
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• WE OFFER A CLEAN, WELL-MAINTAINED, SECURE HOME FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY • LARGE FINISHED SUITES • ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF SCHOOLS AND SHOPPING
• BESIDE PARK
King St. E.
Charlton Ave. E.
Wellington St. S.
cALL TODAY!
Forest Ave.
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• VIDEO CAMERAS AT DOORS & DOOR FOBS FOR ADDITIONAL SECURITY
John St. South
• LAUNDRY ON SITE
Main St. E.
Claremo nt A c ce
James St. South
• FAMILY SURROUNDINGS
Wellington St.
• BASE OF THE MOUNTAIN
Victoria Ave. W.
• ON-SITE MANAGEMENT
St. Joseph's Hospital
195 wellington st. s.
email: 195wellingtonsite@medallioncorp.com
www.medallioncorp.com
04179
522.7599 Hamilton
CONDOMINIUM LIVING! 2-bEDroom unit:
795
$
per month plus hydro
3-bEDroom unit:
895
$
15
per month plus hydro
Albright
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Lifestyle choice is important to many of us and these buildings offer many amenities. Spend the summer in the gazebo, watch the kids in the playground or cool off in the pool; stroll around the landscaped lawns or under a shade tree. Major building renovations undertaken over the past three years. Top quality found in this family-oriented condominium complex offering various suites -some in a unique two storey design. COMMUNITY FEATURES: Highway Access, Grocery / Supermarket, Pharmacy, Movie / Theatre, Elementary School, Middle School, Daycare Center PLUS: Tenants pay personal use hydro only, Seasonal Pool, Exercise room, Dishwasher, Controlled Access
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Hamilton
129 Bold Street Hamilton Clean & Spacious
LARGE 2 BEDROOMS
Centrally located near St. Joe’s Hospital. Juniors $670 + Hydro 1 Bedrooms $770 + Hydro 2 Bedrooms $870 + Hydro Parking $30 For rental InquIrIes please call 905-920-8810
$745
✔ OnLy $250 DEpOSit!
01693
Hamilton
01606
Your complete rental source.
all utilities included! – heat, hydro, parking & water
✔ Super convenient location ✔ Breathtaking views of Lake or Escarpment ✔ Convenient location – only 850 steps to Eastgate Mall, Lake Ave. Elementary School & Riverdale Rec. Centre
40 gRAndviLLE
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Hamilton
03917
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Hamilton
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Large 2 Bedroom
675
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• On-Site Childrens Activity Centre! • Seasonal Pool for your family to enjoy! • Parking for Multi-car families! 55 Tindale courT
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650 Plus Hydro 2 Bedroom from $850 Plus Hydro 3 Bedroom from $1000 Plus Hydro from
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• On Bus rOute • Friendly staFF • secure Building • laundry On smart cards
Wilson St. Ferguson Ave. N.
• undergrOund Parking
Rebecca St.
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Cathcart St.
Walking distance to jackson square
King William St.
905.541.7079 235 Rebecca StReet
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Your Credit rating and its impaCt
on Your Application to Rent By Jane Herman
M
ost people do not realize how important it is to have good credit. Potential landlords and other creditors are always interested in how you manage and pay your credit obligations in a timely manner. In addition, having a good credit rating TheRentersGuide.ca has significant implications on whether you’ll be able to buy a car or get a mortgage in the future. For renters, though, TheRentersGuide.ca the question is, how will having good credit impact on your qualifications as a tenant?
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“Many industries, such as apartment rental companies, may view a copy of your credit report in the tenant application process,” says Clifton O’Neal, Director of Corporate Communications for TransUnion, one of several credit bureaus in Canada. Your credit report is simply a file that is available to you and your potential landlord for a small fee from a company like Rent Check (www.rentcheckcorp.com) Equifax Canada (www. equfax.ca) or TransUnion (www.transunion.ca). Your “credit score” is based on all the information that is in the file, such as credit card payments (i.e., missed or late); whether you are carrying a large balance or paying it down; car loans and other bank loans; phone and cell phone payments. How long your payments are overdue can significantly impact on your credit rating: for example, a few days might be insignificant, while 90 days might be rather detrimental. “It’s important to get hold of your credit report at least once a year and to scrutinize it carefully,” says Richard Lewis, CFO of Rent Check. “You may be unknowingly rejected from renting or obtaining a loan for something you know nothing about, or because of information that is outdated or inaccurate. If there are extenuating circumstances, you can always provide a written explanation. For example, perhaps you were in a business that went bankrupt, or missed some credit card or car payments because you were laid off from work for a period, due to illness or a disability, or other extenuating circumstances. You might be a recent immigrant who is paying for everything out of your life’s savings until they find a job in Canada, or someone who is earning cash in the form of tips, etc. and might not want a “paper trail” of their spending history. (There is no benefit to paying your bills in cash. If you are earning money, it’s a good idea to open a bank account, get your own telephone and credit card and make regular payments to establish a good credit rating as soon as you can). Perhaps you are a woman, formerly married, and have no credit history as everything was in your husband’s name or because he had financial difficulties or setbacks. On the other hand, if you keep applying for credit, by shopping around from credit card company to credit card company, and have too many credit checks done at the same time, and get declined it can make it appear that you are a bad risk and actually worsen your credit score. This could potentially happen if you had bad credit and then went to apply for an apartment, got turned down, and kept applying with different landlords.
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prospective tenant. But your landlord must have your written permission to do so, which you provide when you complete and sign an Application to Rent. In Ontario no landlord has the legal authority to request that a tenant provide more than a month’s rent as a so-called “Security Deposit” either against possible damages to the apartment or because the applicant is perceived as a credit risk. (Landlords may only ask for the last month’s rent). If you have rented previously, you may also have a “tenancy report,” which provides information on the timeliness of your monthly rental payments, whether or not you’ve had evictions and other collections. Consistently paying your rent on time can be the most important determining factor in whether a landlord will accept your application.“Often individuals with “low” credit scores can have “high” rent scores,” says John Dobrowolski, President of Rent Check. Because rent is not necessarily a discretionary item,“Many people who are carrying too much debt are careful to pay their rent on time,” notes Dobrowolski. While a landlord has the legal right to decline an application if there is a bad credit history, there is no universal rule within the industry. Decisions are made on an individual basis, and vary from landlord to landlord. Some landlords will try to find a workable solution, like asking for a guarantor. Here are some ways you can improve your credit report and score before begin searching for that apartment, enabling you to be viewed in the best possible light: • Pay all of your bills/credit obligations on time each and every month – even if it is only the minimum. • Keep your balances low, relative to your overall credit limit. A good rule of thumb is below 30 percent. • Apply for new credit in moderation • Maintain a healthy mix of credit in your credit file • Think twice before closing old credit accounts in which you have a positive history established • Monitor monthly any joint or co-signed accounts. Any derogatory information associated with these accounts will be reflected on your credit report as well. • Review your credit reports from the 2 national credit bureaus at least once a year.
Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications. TheRentersGuide.ca
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401 Main Street -East 1 bdrm apts $735/mo & 2 Bdrm apts $850/mo Hydro extra. Underground prkg included. Security cameras. Keyless entry. Close to all amenities,shopping & Bus Routes Call Kevin at (905)317-9885 Owned & operated by Rainco Inc
Melvin Ave Near -expressway. Spacious, bright, painted & upgraded 1 bed apt. $650 +Hydro. Includes parking, fridge & stove. Convenient location. Bus stops at door. Laundry room, spectacular views! (289)396-8500, www.smar.ca
STONEY CREEK - -Newly renovated Building 1bdrms $735 2 bdrms, $825 Heat, hydro & prkg incl. Quiet, well-kept adult bldg. Hrdwd/ceramics, laundry, Seniors welcome. Elevator. Walk to amens. No dogs.(905)319-1835, (905)662-8953
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Hamilton APARTMENTS (EAST HAMILTON) -- Near Mount Albion. Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from $595 Clean, well kept building, close to schools & shopping. No pets. Call (905)573-7813
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Woodman Drive & -Queenston 1 Bdrm condominium all adult building.3rd floor Walking distance to Eastgate Square No Dogs $830/mo utils,cable & parking included.Avail MAy 1st Call (905)563-1902
X - Press -Moving $45/hour Student discount 15% off Senior Citizen discount 15% off Packing, Unpacking, assembling & disassembling of furniture are also available Local & Long Distance Home,Office & Industrial call !-866-482-8464 or 289-935-6683
X-PRESS MOVING & STORAGE INC. Contact us @
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From the very first day... you’re at home
BURlInGtOn tOWERS • Utilities and window coverings included • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Indoor heated pool, sauna & fitness centre • Outdoor sundeck & tennis courts • Recreational activities • Close to the GO station, QEW, 407, 403 Highways, Joseph Brant Hospital, Spencer Smith Park. • Parking available • Playground
01543
1, 2, 3 BdRm. SUItES
Short Term Furnished Suites Also Available 1285 Ontario St. at Maple
905-639-8583
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Burlington
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Burlington/Waterdown
Prime Downtown location Burlington AA walk walk to to shops shops •• lake lake •• park park •• public public transportation transportation
478 Pearl St.
477 Elizabeth St. ■ Upgraded Windows
■ Modern Elevators ■ Garden Terrace (Pearl)
■ Upgraded Hallway Broadlooms ■ Outdoor Heated Pool ■ Newer Laundry Machines
■ Indoor Parking Available
01555
■ Upgraded Suites/Utilities Incl.
■ In-house Maintenance Staff
■ On-site Management
■ Beautifully Maintained Buildings ■ Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms
■ Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms
(subject to availability)
478 PEARL ST.
(subject to availability)
477 ELIZABETH ST.
(905) 632-1643
(905) 634-9374
After more than 30 years of apartment management ... Stellen knows how to make you feel RIGHT AT HOME.
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Burlington/Waterdown
Northshore Towers 1249 Northshore Blvd. East. Burlington
WESTDALE PROPERTIES A Limited Partnership Residential - Industrial - Commercial
Great Lake Views & Gorgeous Sunsets! 1 & 2 Br. Suites Available
02476
Utilities Included (Parking Extra)
An immaculate, quiet residential property conveniently located in downtown Burlington across from Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital
and Spencer Smith Park. Right outside your front door is the new lake front trail made for walking, biking and blading!
Cozy Lobby
To View this Outstanding Property Please Contact Sylvie, 9 am - 7 pm at (905) 637-8304
northshore@westdaleproperties.com www.westdaleproperties.com
Looking for an apartment home where quality assurance makes a difference, then choose a Certified Rental Building!
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$1,200
Three-bedroom without garage
$1,300
Three-bedroom with garage
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St. Catharines
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Receive a $200 gift card when you sign a one year lease.
1 Bedroom
Phone:
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905.892.6025 •
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01444
Call Tracking:
289.273.0201
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Niagara
03905
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Dunn
Road
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$1,280
Dorchester
2 Bedroom
QEW
6515 McLeod road, Niagara Falls
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2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom
$1,949 $2,179 Phone:
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frporeport
Think protection when renting
by Ted WhiTehead
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t the Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO), we find that people often do not understand the importance of purchasing tenant insurance when they move into an apartment.
According to Statistics Canada, fewer than half of all tenants have this type of protection – and protection, it is. As a renter, you are responsible for what happens in your unit. Household insurance should include a liability clause that will cover you should someone get injured in your apartment and sue. You may also be unaware that if you cause damage to other units in the building through your own carelessness, like water damage, for example, you could be liable for the repairs. Renters who have not done their “homework” sometimes assume that the landlord’s insurance will cover them, when in fact, it does not. The property insurance which landlords purchase covers the building and their own personal liability. This means that your personal belongings are not protected unless you purchase tenant insurance that covers your stuff. Let’s say the apartment building burns down. The landlord’s insurance would cover repairs to the structure, but you would have to purchase replacements for all of your personal furniture and other possessions. If that sounds like it’s not a big deal – think again. People are usually astounded at the value of what they own. The best way to appreciate this fact is to take one room and list the items in it. Then write down what it would cost to replace each one and add it up. Clothing, shoes and coats can cost thousands. And, most people today own computers, entertainment equipment and other items that would be difficult to afford all at once if they were ruined by fire or water. Discuss the policy possibilities with your insurance agent. You can purchase a policy that TheRentersGuide.ca covers what your possessions are worth in their used state, or you can buy a policy that covers replacement costs. Another reason to consider insuring your contents is that sometimes your items are covered outside of your apartment. If your laptop is stolen on a trip, as it is part of TheRentersGuide.ca
your property, it may be covered under your policy. It’s always worth checking with your agent or broker. Additionally, if you are a student renting housing while in university, have your parents check as to whether you might be covered under their home insurance policy. If you choose an apartment building that has successfully completed the Certified Rental Building Program (CRBP), be sure to ask the building manager or property manager for advice about insurance. The CRBP was created by FRPO to help ensure a high quality of life for tenants in certified buildings. Part of that commitment is to provide information to potential tenants that helps them to make their rental decision with confidence. It’s all about peace of mind. For information on a variety of topics regarding renting an apartment in Ontario, visit www.frpo.org and www.crbprogram.org.
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16 Tremont Drive
utilities included
• Parking available • Laundry on-site • Storage on-site • Ceramic tile in bathroom • Parquet floors throughout • Outdoor pool - life guard on duty from 11:30am to 8pm (Open June 26th to Labour Day) • Patios with ground floor apartments • Upper floors with balconies
01686
tremont apartments
Community Information: • Public transit • Schools nearby • Easy access to Hwy 406 • Close to Pen Center, entertainment, restaurants, grocery store and all other amenities you could ever wish for.
Call to arrange a showing
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WESTDALE PROPERTIES
01566
St. Catharines
A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Residential - Industrial - Commercial
Garden Terrace Apartments call: 905.682.5104 or 905.682.3214 anytime email: northshore@westdaleproperties.com address: 24 Ida Street, St. Catharines, Ontario (Between Queenston & Welland St.)
• Free Outdoor Parking • Easy Access to Shopping • Close to Schools • (no pets)
SERVICE RD. BERRYMAN
24
IDA STREET
SCHOOL
QUEENSTON
• 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • 2 Appliances • Utilities Included
NIAGARA ST.
QEW to NIAGARA Cut off
Now Accepting Payments Interac Only
www.westdaleproperties.com
Briarfield Townhomes call: 905.646.2469 email: northshore@westdaleproperties.com office: 116A-44 Berkley Dr. address: 33 & 44 Berkley Dr., St. Catharines, Ontario
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• Great Highway Access for Commuters • Close to Schools, Shopping & Buses • Situated Near Park • (no pets)
ST. TON CARL
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• 2 & 3 Bedrooms • Carpeted • Full Basements • Some with Rec. Rooms • 2 Appliances
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24
IDA STREET
SCHOOL
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