August 1 - 15, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 16
Southwestern Ontario Edition
The premier rental accommodation
in Burlington at 472 Brock Avenue
Features Stainless Steel Appliances Granite Countertops In-Suite Laundry Exercise Facility Terrace With BBQ
Underground Garage Guest Suite Beautiful Waterfront Views Extra Large Terraces And more!
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BURTON GARDENS TOWNHOMES Burton, Douglas, Cheever, Hamilton North East
240 Mohawk Road East, Hamilton East Mountain
Located in the west end of Hamilton, near Macklin St. & Hwy 403. Tenants can enjoy the seasonal outdoor amenity area with green space and pool.
Newer 24 unit townhouse complex that is close to all amenities. Just a 20 minute walk to downtown Hamilton, and located in a family oriented community. 3 bedroom units currently available.
This building is student friendly and a great location with major bus routes in front. Nearby amenities include; Limeridge Mall, grocery stores, local parks and schools. Ease of access to the Linc.
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115 Main Street East, Hamilton Central
25 Mountain Avenue, Stoney Creek
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Centrally located near Jackson Square, Farmer's Market, Gore Park, Public Library, the GO Station and St. Joseph's Hospital. This building features unique extra-large 1 bedroom units that are at a rate of $925/ month incl. all utilities for a limited time.
Near King St. E. & Lake Ave Dr. Situated in a quiet residential area close to downtown Stoney Creek. Nearby grocery stores, local shopping, restaurants, parks, and all amenities. Major bus routes can be found just down the street.
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1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites 519-491-2916 MARINA PARK PLACE 1275 Sandy Lane Affordably priced • Eat-in kitchen w/3 appliances • Individually controlled heat & A/C • Laundry facilities • Exercise room • Whirlpool, sauna • Indoor saltwater pool • Huge balconies • Lobby/Parking cameras
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites 519-491-2912 ROYAL OAK TOWERS 501 Errol Road West Utilities included • Stove/fridge • Eat-in kitchen • Large balconies • 95% seniors • Seniors club/Social club • Close to bus, shopping, churches • Common laundry area • Seasonal pool • Sauna • Covered parking available
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Wellington Rd.
Upper Queen St.
• Large & bright suites Commissioners Rd. E. • Select suites have 12 ft. ceilings and some come equipped with dishwashers Wilkins St. • Some units have a large wooden terrace • Upgraded lighting • Laundry on site Sandringham Cres. • Located in park-like setting Southdale Rd. E. • Close to public transit & Hwy. 401 • Across from Victoria & Parkwood Hospitals Rental Offices: • Close to shopping & restaurants 200 Sandringham & 501 Wilkins
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John & Charlton
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 & 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
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
Glencrest & Guelph Line
Creswell Court Apartments - 3050 Glencrest Rd. – 905 637 6776
Plains & King
Warwick Court Apartments - 950 Warwick Court - 905 639 0456
Plains & King
Surrey Lane Apartments - 685,695,705 Surrey Ln. – 905 639 0456
Lakeshore & Maple
The Brock - 472 Brock Ave. – 289 795 8276
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, IV, V - 199, 205, 187, 189, 191 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
Lakeshore & Dixie
Lakewood Apartments - 1257 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 271 5370
Glen Erin & Aquitaine
Lakeview Place - 2770 Aquitaine Avenue – 905 858 8466
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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August 1 - 15, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 16
C E L E B R AT I N G 2 3 Y E A R S
FEATURE
Southwestern Ontario Edition
The premier rental accommodation
PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME
in Burlington
Jacqueline Hill
at 472 Brock Avenue
EDITOR IN CHIEF/DIRECTOR OF CONTENT
Susan Legge Features
DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL
Moe Lalani
Stainless Steel Appliances Granite Countertops In-Suite Laundry Exercise Facility Terrace With BBQ
Underground Garage Guest Suite Beautiful Waterfront Views Extra Large Terraces And more!
ONE & TWO Bedroom Suites Move-in Ready!
289.795.8276 www.homestead.ca
NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, RENTAL
Anne-Marie Breen EDITOR
Elisa Krovblit CONTRIBUTING EDITORS
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
WARNING SIGNS OF A BAD ROOMMATE
THE BIG MOVE - CITY OR COUNTRYSIDE?
Learn more about The Brock on page 49.
EDITORIAL FEATURES
Sara Duck, Wayne Karl, Lydia McNutt CONTRIBUTORS
Caitlin Best, Jennifer Braun, Chuck Resnick
MEDIA CONSULTANT
Jamie Weinhardt jamie.weinhardt@ypnexthome.ca
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38 APARTMENTALITY
RENTERS' HELP
18 Rental scams: How do they work? 38 Countryside to city or city to by Elisa Krovblit countryside? Making the case for a big move RENTAL RANTINGS by Caitlin Best 32 Five warning signs you have a MOVING bad roommate 47 Technology takes the guesswork by Jennifer Braun out of moving estimates by Chuck Resnick
EDITORS’ NOTES
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here are you at in your search for the perfect rental suite?
Whether you’ve just started looking for a new place or are almost ready to sign on the dotted line, we know you’ll find this publication helpful. Using the information and ads, all the latest in rental accommodations, news and advice is at your fingertips. Over the last year, we’ve added more content inside our magazine and offer our magazine in digital version through TheRentersGuide.ca. Now you can get more details than ever on rental communities in your favourite neighbourhoods easier than ever. Leasing a rental property is a serious decision and a significant commitment, so it is imperative that you do your homework and research the marketplace to ensure you’re getting the best value for your money. If you have a question about leasing a property, write to us. We love hearing from you!
Susan Legge EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, DIRECTOR OF CONTENT susan.legge@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge
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here’s nothing like your first apartment. It changes you, allows you to grow, and actually teaches you a lot about yourself.
In my second year at university I opted to move out of the comforts of home and try life on my own. The commute was killing me and the freedom and independence seemed quite attractive. It was exciting to book viewings, talk to landlords and sign my first lease.
I found a third-storey walk-up right in the heart of the city. That the building was painted purple may have played a small part in my decision, but ultimately, the ‘junior-one-bedroom’ fit me to a tee. I had an ensuite bathroom, a large eat-in kitchen and a completely enclosed bedroom. The large room doubled as my sitting room when I converted my futon frame into couch mode. And the deck was massive! The one thing I didn’t know when I took the apartment was that I would hate living alone. I thought that my cat and I would revel in the privacy, but in reality I found myself lonely. I hated that nobody would walk through the door unless I invited them. I hated that there was nobody to chat with over dinner and I really hated that there was nobody to help with bills! It’s interesting what you learn about yourself those first years on your own. In fact, as life changes your needs can change – and the amazing thing about renting is that it’s easy to change your home to suit your needs. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find that perfect apartment – even if it’s your first! Our magazine and website YPNextHome.ca, plus our YP NextHome app and our newsletter offer the best selection of available apartments as well as great articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!
Elisa Krovblit SENIOR EDITOR elisa.krovblit@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/ElisaKrovblit Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/YPNextHome
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Adelaide & Fanshawe Park
Manor House Apartments - 746 Fanshawe Park Road East – 519-439-4848
Richmond & University
Parkdale Place Apartments - 1201 Richmond Street North – 519-439-0941
Adelaide & Fanshawe Park
Fanshawe Village - 640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park Road – 519-434-4420
Adelaide & Huron
Royal Oak Terrace - 1126-1154 Adelaide Street North – 519-433-5705
Adelaide & Fanshawe Park
Adelaide Towers I, II, III - 1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North – 519-438-1188
Ernest & Bradley
Bradley Court - 1585 & 1595 Ernest Avenue – 519-690-2968
Commissioners & Adelaide
Roseland Place - 854 Commissioners Road East – 519-668-0616
Ridout & Grand
Ridout Towers - 100 Ridout Street South – 519-432-3857
Ridout & Grand
The Gartshore - 80 & 82 Ridout Street South – 519-434-2828
King & Ridout
Peter McGregor Tower - 21 King Street – 519-432-1995
Commissioners & Wharncliffe
The Brownstone & Gordonstown Apartments - 500 & 527 Gordon Avenue – 519-686-5850
Wonderland & Springbank
Springbank Manor - 492 Springbank Drive – 519-472-2032
Wonderland & Oxford
Trillium Towers I & II - 680 & 690 Wonderland Road North – 519-471-6759
Commissioners & Wharncliffe
Highland Park I & II - 450 & 460 Highland Avenue – 519-672-8730
Queen & Margaret
Queen Margaret Place I & II - 100 Queen Street North & 11 Margaret Avenue – 519-578-7790
Queen & Weber
The Regency - 57 Queen Street North – 519-579-7710
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Nottingham Towers - 56 & 64 Finch Drive – 519-344-3050
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Pier 100 - 1255 Sandy Lane – 519-336-8561
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Phoenix Mill Apartments - 364 Waterloo Avenue – 519-829-4080
Wellington & Hanlon Parkway
Bryden Apartments - 380 & 400 Waterloo Avenue – 519-829-4080
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Trafalgar Square - 27 & 33 Cardigan Street – 519-826-6768
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SCENIC RIVER VIEWS • Great Neighbourhood in West London • Close to Schools and Shopping • Excellent Bus Service • Seasonal Pool
• Walk Along the River, Enjoy the View • Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping and Schools • Quiet Complex in Park-Like Setting
Colonial Court 750-780 Viscount Road 519-649-4159
North Park Towers 852 Kipps Lane 519-438-0121
SPRINGBANK PARK
LONDON
WESTMOUNT
ACROSS FROM FANSHAWE COLLEGE • Walk to the Park • Excellent West London Location with Huge 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Suites • Walk to Shopping and Schools • Great Bus Service
• Quiet Family Orientated Complex • Walk to Schools and Shopping • Great Bus Service • Seasonal Pool • Free Parking • Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Suites
Concordia 378 Wonderland Road South 519-473-4046 • 519-657-2866
NEAR CHERRY HILL MALL
Oxford Square East 727-769 Second Street 519-951-7169 • 519-453-2985
CLOSE TO VICTORIA HOSPITAL
• Super Location in West London. Quiet Area • Walk to Cherry Hill Mall or Catch the Bus at the Door • Spacious Renovated 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Ideal for Seniors or Professionals
• Walk to L.H.S.C. Westminster Campus • Schools & Shopping Nearby • Great Bus Service • 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Suites
Westwood Park 368 Oxford Street West 519-641-7323
Fairview Terrace 297 Westminster Avenue 519-435-0326
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OAKRIDGE AREA • Fantastic Location Next to School and Park • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Close to Shopping and Malls • Great Bus Service • Large 2 & 3 Bedroom Renovated Townhomes • Seasonal Pool Blackacres on the Park 117 Blackacres Blvd. 519-473-4122
• Across from Oakridge Mall • Fantastic Area, Lots of Shopping and Restaurants • Close to Public and High Schools • Quiet Family Orientated Neighbourhood • Great Bus Service West Park Gardens 1131 Royal York Road 519-474-9843
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Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views PARK ROYAL ESTATES 1066 Commissioners Rd. W., Byron
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EAST LONDON • 1 & 2 bedroom condo suites • Fridge and Stove • Laundry facilities on site • On bus route • Easy access to 401 Hwy • Nearby groceries, banks and schools
• 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condo suites • 3 appliances • Controlled entry • Close to White Oaks Mall, parks, schools and churches • Laundry facilities on site
Valley View Suites 1170-1176 Hamilton Road
Oak Pointe Estate 1580-1590 Ernest Avenue
For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368 or 226-268-5528
For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368
NORTH LONDON
LARLYN MANAGES A VARIETY OF RENTAL PROPERTIES
• 1 & 2 bedroom condo suites • 3 appliances • Hi-rise building with controlled entry • New laundry facilities on site • Ample parking • All amenities within walking distance The Legacy 600 Grenfell Drive
• Single family • Semi-detached • Bachelor • Townhomes • 1, 2 and 3 bedroom condo suites
For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368 or 519-645-2378
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DOWNTOWN LONDON
EAST LONDON (Whitney & Dumont)
MOVE IN BONUS!
• 1 & 2 bedroom condo suites • 5 appliances (including in-suite laundry) • Controlled entry • Underground parking • Indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool and gym
• 1 & 2 bedroom condo suites • Fridge and Stove • Minutes to Argyle/Walmart Shopping Mall • Nearby elementary and secondary schools • Laundry facilities on site • Ample parking • Utilities are included
For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368 or 519-858-2378
Forest Park Apartments 1830 Dumont Street 1825 Whitney Street For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368 or 226-268-7690
SOUTH/WEST LONDON
WESTMOUNT AREA (WEST LONDON)
Colborne Center 323 Colborne Street
• 2 & 3 bedroom apartments • Fridge and stove • On bus route • Laundry facilities on site • Ample parking Northern Properties 1003 Notre Dame For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368
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SOUTH LONDON
• 1 & 2 bedroom condo suites • Starting at $765 • Includes fridge and stove • Laundry facilities on site • Controlled entry • Minutes walk to Westmount Mall, Shoppers Drug Mart and other amenities • On bus route Village Green 625-685 Wonderland Rd. S. For availability & viewing call 519-668-7368
3 Bedrooms from $1100-$1175
Downtown London Apartment Homes 544 Talbot Street
Riverwest Comfortable Townhomes 1199/1203 Hamilton Road E.
LONDON
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RENTAL SCAMS How do they work? BY ELISA K ROV BLIT
RENTAL SCAMS ARE AN ONGOING PROBLEM. Many rely on victimizing people at a disadvantage - new Canadians not familiar with rental rules and laws, first-time renters and generally those people who are trusting and/or unfamiliar with how scams are perpetrated. But rental scams are becoming more sophisticated, don’t think it can’t happen to you. How are rental scams perpetrated? Knowing the different types of rental scams – and the warning signs – can help you steer clear of falling victim. 1. YOU CAN’T SEE THE APARTMENT: This one is easy to spot, but it can be hard to manage if you are trying to secure an apartment in a location you are not yet in, but will be moving to shortly. It seems like a hassle to move to a new city and spend one to two months in temporary accommodations while trying to find an apartment, but demanding money for a place, sight unseen, is a very common scam. How do you know the apartment you viewed online is real - or even available? Are those actual pictures or are they pictures the scammer took of another apartment or stock photography? If out of town, find someone in town to visit for you. You can do a search of the address to see if there are any listings on it. You might even try a reverse phone look-up on a directory website. ypnexthome.ca Just type in the address and call the number of the resident that’s there. They’d be the current tenant. They can tell you if the person you’re dealing with is legit or not, and if they’re actually vacating for the date you’ve been given for ypnexthome.ca moving in.
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And if you’re in the same city and a landlord makes excuses why they absolutely cannot show you the apartment – run! That’s one of the biggest red flags of all. Even if renovating, they should have access. 2. CASH OR WIRE TRANSFER: You’ve never met the person but they like you and are willing to rent you an apartment on the spot. They ask for cash or a wire transfer. That’s very suspicious. Without going through a bank there is no paper trail. Once the money is in their hands there is no way to follow it - and with cash, there’s no way to even prove you handed it over. Don’t think a receipt will help, especially hand written. E-transfers, cheques and credit cards all leave a trail. Scammers don’t want a trail because they want to disappear with your money. Don’t give them the ability! 3. INFORMALITY: While there are still landlords and property managers that “Dig your vibe and have a gut feeling about you,” most landlords and property managers want a little more certainty about you as a tenant. They want a lease, some contact info, a rental application, references and a credit check. With such a low vacancy rate at the moment, any landlord eager to get to your wallet without the business formalities is truly a big red flag. 4. TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE: Scammers often prey on people’s wants and needs. If something is too good to be true, it probably is. You should be aware of the price range and going rates for the areas you’re searching. If you find something that is well below market value, ask yourself why. What other possible reason could someone have for giving you - a complete stranger - a break in market rent? Too nice, too big, too new for what the price is? Question it. This is the biggest warning sign in avoiding a scam. 5. THE CON: You go over to the apartment for rent and there is someone waiting there, as promised, to show your around. They seem nice, the place is reasonable and you want it. The person has you fill out forms and asks you for a deposit. In this con, the current tenant, who may be posing as a landlord, is the scammer, taking deposits from everyone that comes to see the apartment. They’re likely behind on rent and planning to take off. They may even provide you keys or offer to sell you furnishings. Scammers know how to make people trust them. They aren’t making this up as they go - they’ve planned for this. They often make up identities, create their own email, Facebook page, LinkedIn profile, even print business cards. Con artists and scammers know how to prey on people by working their emotions. Don’t trust someone because they are nice. Don’t think someone is going to do you a favour “because they like you.” Don’t give in to pressure tactics - they will often push for a quick decision because they’ve got lots of interested people for this great deal if you don’t take it. If there is so much interest, then they don’t need to pressure you. When in doubt, keep your money in your wallet. Make calls to the property management company to confirm the location and price of a vacancy. Use the corporate website number, not the number in the ad when confirming. ypnexthome.ca Visit the property. Leave a paper trail. Ask to see ID. If you do experience a rental scam, make sure you involve the police as quickly as you can. The more vigilance there is, the harder it will be for scammers to find their next victim.
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Five warning signs YOU HAVE A BAD ROOMMATE BY JEN N IFER BR AU N
WE DON’T ALL GET THE CHANCE TO MOVE IN WITH OUR CHILDHOOD BEST FRIENDS – and sometimes that’s for the best. But that also means you’re stuck fending for yourself when having a roommate is your only option. You may get acquainted with a mutual friend, answer an ad, or take a leap of faith and move in with your latest fling. Sometimes things work out. Other times you get trapped in a living situation that’s a bit more “interesting” then you bargained for. It won’t take long for you to notice you’ve picked a bad apple, but just in case it’s not too late, here are five warning signs you picked a bad roommate: THEY HAVE NO BOUNDARIES Is your roommate a little too comfortable? Like they walk around in their boxers, they have no shame when it comes time to pass gas and they gladly leave their dirty dishes on the counter for you to wash later. Everyone is allowed to be comfortable in their own home, but when you have a roommate there are limits. If your roommate can’t respect some boundaries, it’s a sign your living situation is heading downhill. WHAT’S YOURS IS MINE Living with someone else is all about compromise. Sharing is caring. If your not anal around minor details like who eat more than their respective half of the cereal box, your roommate won’t mind if you finish the ice cream. Choose your battles. However, if your roommate is wearing your clothes without asking and denying having ever laid a finger on the box of Captain Crunch (it wasn’t the cat), you have a bad roommate. THEY HAVE NO SCHEDULE If your roommate has an odd schedule (i.e no schedule), there may be a reason to worry. You see, roommates that never leave the rental, or come and go at odd hours tend to be a nuisance. If it doesn’t disturb you, it’s fine, but if they’re waking you by coming home in the middle of the night and flipping on the TV, or you never seem to see them leave the couch - and can never just crash there by yourself for a minute, it’s not good. You have things to do and some kind of stability at home helps ypnexthome.ca when it’s time to get stuff done. If your roommate is having a hard time describing their day, run for cover. THEY THINK YOU’RE A FOOL Like I mentioned, it’s not cool to be too anal, but there’s also something uncomfortable about a roommate who is too lax ypnexthome.ca
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and apologetic. Like a bad boyfriend who always promises to do right next time (he won’t), neither will your roommate. Stop a liar dead in their tracks and don’t let anyone take you for a fool. No, you will not take care of the groceries for a third time in a row because your roommate forgot, again.“Sorry” isn’t enough when it comes to bad roommate behaviour. THEY’RE JUST INCONSIDERATE Is your roommate seriously blasting terrible music at 1am? Are they yet to prove they are capable of changing the toilet paper roll? Are you convinced they just don’t know where the vacuum cleaner is? No, your roommate isn’t an idiot (ok, maybe they are), they’re just inconsiderate. If your roommate has yet to contribute anything of value – tangible or intangible – to your living situation, chances are you should start looking for a new one. (PS: If any of these signs remotely describe you, you’re probably the bad roommate…That’s awkward.)
If you have roommate issues you’d like to share or have questions about dealing with bad roommates - or rental living in general, get in touch! Email us at AskRentersGuide@ypnexthome.ca - perhaps the answer you need will be in the next Rental Ranting!
JENNIFER BRAUN Jennifer Braun is a freelance lifestyle writer from Montreal. When she isn’t writing about fabulous things like her city and its fashion scene, she’s watching Sex and the City reruns and planning her next big story. Follow Jennifer on Twitter @justbejealous and find her blog at www.justbejealous.com ypnexthome.ca
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RE-VISIT EVERYTHING YOU THOUGHT ABOUT RENTAL LIVING If you can think of it, it’s probably already at REVO. Why live in an older building, when you can rent someplace brand new! REVO offers many of the luxuries of condo living, but at rental prices. Not only that, everyday conveniences, green spaces, funky coffee houses, London Transit, the Budweiser Gardens and more, are practically outside your door.
Remarkable amenities include: • 24 hour fitness centre • Games room & party room • Screening room • Security/Concierge • Study lounge/library • 24 hour ground floor laundry • Secured underground parking • Bike storage • Security cameras throughout • On-site Super & Management Office • Guest suite • Some units have dishwashers • Medallion’s S.O.S. (Superior On-Call Service)
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Countryside to city or city to countryside? MAKING THE CASE FOR A BIG MOVE BY CA ITLI N BE ST
IT CAN BE THE ANSWER YOU’VE BEEN DREAMING OF – or it can cause culture shock beyond your wildest dreams. Making a move from the countryside to the city – or the city to the countryside – definitely brings a drastic change of lifestyle.
MAKING A CASE FOR THE CITY: Thinking about pulling up roots and moving to the city? It’s true that you’ll miss certain charms that come with rural life but there are some great perks with urban living. TAKE-OUT: Sometimes there’s just nothing better than having dinner-to-go at your fingertips. With just one phone call you can have pepperoni pizza, sushi and spring rolls delivered to your door. THE LEISURE ELEMENT: Skip those farmyard chores and ypnexthome.ca opt for yoga or a cross fit session. Take advantage of the pools, parks and fitness facilities that are just a short walk or drive away. EASY SHOPPING: Imagine this: A trip to the grocery store, box store, boutique and the mall is no longer a big deal. What
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used to be an out-of-the-way excursion can now be taken care of during the way home from work. CULTURE AND NIGHT LIFE: In the country you’ll be hardpressed to find a theatre or cocktail bar in the vicinity. However, in the city you have access to a variety of amenities to stay entertained. PUBLIC TRANSIT: Hello city transportation. Commutes are never glamorous, but getting from point A to B via the bus or train is so much easier than a long commute into town. Even if you drive, you can feel at ease knowing that someone else is responsible for clearing the roads in the winter months. THE NET: This sounds incredibly simple but getting reliable ypnexthome.ca Internet is sometimes hard to secure in more remote areas. Once you have high-speed access to surf, post and play on your computer and mobile, there’s no going back.
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MAKING A CASE FOR THE COUNTRY: According to the Canned Heat song “Going Up The Country” – the country is where the water tastes like wine. This might not be 100 per cent factual, but there are definitely a few a perks of leaving the bright lights of the city behind. THE GREAT WIDE OPEN: For city dwellers, space comes at a premium. Living in desirable neighbourhoods is often equated to higher rent, not to mention minimal square footage. People looking to upsize their accommodation without changing their budget will greatly benefit from this move. FRESH VEGGIES: In 2015, having your own garden is not only practical; it’s also incredibly trendy. This is your chance to convert your windowsill ornamental garden into a full-fledged vegetable patch with everything you’ve ever wanted to plant. Your city friends will think you’re so hip. TICKETS: One thing is sure: You’ll never get a parking ticket living in the country. Hallelujah.
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FURRY FRIENDS: Your building’s ‘no pet’ policy or your general feeling of guilt over having a lack of backyard will no longer be a concern. If you’ve been waiting to adopt a furry companion into your life, there’s no better time.
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BIG QUIET: People who can’t stand the sound of car alarms and pedestrian white noise will find their inner calm in the country. While this isn’t for everyone, people who value quiet and privacy will feel right at home. TWO WHEELS: Cycling in the city often means contending with two lanes of traffic and other cyclists in the bike lines, which can make a cruise feel rather stressful at times. On the open country roads, the lane is yours – minus the odd tractor or pick-up truck.
CAITLIN BEST Caitlin Best works as a freelance writer and creative based in Calgary, Alberta. When she’s not covering the latest lifestyle trends or hot new restaurants for local and national publications, she’s planning her next travel adventure.
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NORTH KITCHENER YORK TH’S
The Premium Choice in Rental Living Margaret Place
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1 BEDROOMS FROM $1030 2 BEDROOMS FROM $1325 SUITES INCLUDE • Air Conditioning • 5 Appliances which includes in-suite washer & dryer • Large Eat-In Kitchen • Vertical blinds and carpeting • Security intercom • Stunning panoramic views • Spacious balcony
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CLOSE TO • Minutes to transit & GO Train • Breithaupt Community Centre • Easy access to highway #85 & #7 • Local shopping • Wilfred Laurier University • University of Waterloo • Schools & churches
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Upcoming Event for HDAA The next dinner meeting is September 9th, 2015 How to register: Contact info@hamiltonapartmentassociation.ca LOCATION: Waterfront Center 555 Bay St. North, Hamilton, ON
The HDAA has a strict 48 hour cancellation policy. If you do not cancel your registration within this time, we may hold you financially responsible for the costs.
TIME: 6:00 - Check in / registration 6:30 - Dinner (followed by coffee & tea) 7:30 - Presentation starts
Email and online registrations must be confirmed to be valid. The registration deadline for dinner is Sept. 7th, 2015 at 12:00 pm. If you are only coming for the presentation please let us know. Payment must be made at the dinner. Cash or Cheque only.
RATES: (dinner & presentation) MEMBERS - $30 (presentation FREE) NON-MEMBERS - $50 (if non-members wish to only come to the presentation, the fee for that is $10, coffee and tea included)
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FREDERICK & VICTORIA STREET - Bachelor From $610, 1 bdrm From $695 & 2 bdrm From $750 Hydro Extra. With Balcony & Laundry Facilities. Clean Quiet Low Rise Building, Spacious Suites with Large Windows. Close to Shopping, Schools & Transit call 519-579-6720 www.linwood.ca
COURTLAND/MADISON - 1 & 2 bdrm Units in apt building Starting From $780/mo + Hydro. Includes Water, Hot Water, Heating, & Gas. Gas Stove in Kitchen No Noisy Pets Close to Universities & Kitchner Downtown Avail Immed 1st & Last 1 yr Lease (519)496-3307
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Technology takes the guesswork out of moving estimates BY CHUCK RESNICK
ONE OF THE THINGS PEOPLE FIND FRUSTRATING about moving is not having an accurate estimate for the cost of the move. Too often, a mover will go to a home, and after walking through the rooms and asking a few questions, will write out an estimate for the move for the customer.“A thousand bucks,”they’ll say. How does the mover know it will only be a thousand dollars? They will answer that they have done enough moves they just “know” that “a thousand bucks” will cover the move. The problems come when the job is larger than the mover thought it would be and they don’t schedule enough staff or trucks for the move; or they forgot to note that some furniture needs to be taken to another location, adding time and extra kilometres to the job. Suddenly, the cost of the move goes up, well past that original “thousand bucks,” as does the anxiety and stress level of the customer who is looking for a smooth relocation to a new home. The Canadian Association of Movers (CAM mover.net) recommends that anyone thinking of moving needs to insist on being provided with an accurate estimate, one that is not just a best guess. They recommend that any estimate should clearly show how the moving costs are calculated, including the number of boxes to be moved, weight and distance and cost per hour, as well as how extra charges will be calculated if items are added at the time of the move (more than was originally agreed upon), and the cost of any additional stops that need to be made along the way. With today’s technology there is a better way to give people a more accurate estimate ypnexthome.ca for the cost of their move and for movers to schedule the right number of people and trucks needed on the day of the move. This would take the guesswork out of moving estimates and dramatically reduce the stress ypnexthome.ca involved in moving to a new home.
Why not ask if your mover is using today’s convenient tablet cloud-based technologies utilizing touch-screen-enabled laptops that connect to the Internet to create an accurate estimate for the cost of the move? Such technologies will allow a mover to go through a home and accurately check off all the items in every room that needs to be move, such as tables, chairs, dressers, beds and other furniture, as well as how many boxes the family will need moved. As the mover does so, the system automatically calculates the weight and volume of the items and schedules the right number of trucks needed for the move, as well as the right number of movers to get the job done. There is no guesswork and every cost is clearly outlined to the customer. At Two Men and a Truck - Canada, we have long been using cloud based Internet technologies taking the guesswork out of moving estimates for our customers. Our movers use Internet-ready tablets and laptops to make accurate estimates for customers and print the estimate right at the customer’s home or business for easy review. Our system calculates how many movers are needed for the job, travel time, weight, volume in cubic feet to secure the right number or trucks and have them ready on the day of the move. There are no unexpected surprises and the stress of a move is greatly reduced. Moving is stressful enough. So, why not use a mover who leverages today’s technology to melt some of that stress away? Chuck Resnick is vice president Marketing and Operations for Two Men And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit www.twomen.ca
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BURLINGTON
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BURLINGTON
1, 2 & 3 BDRM. SUITES • Utilities and windows coverings included • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Indoor heated pool, sauna & fitness Centre • Outdoor sundeck, tennis courts BBQ areas & playground • Recreational activities • Close to the GO station, QEW, 407, 403 Hwys, Joseph Brant Hospital, Spencer Smith Park • Parking available
905-639-8583 1285 ONTARIO STREET
(At Maple Avenue) Burlington, ON
Lakeshore Road
Joseph Brant Hospital
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Modern Rental Living!
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621, 625 & 629 Kipps Lane
519-438-2979
blossomgate.com
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• Central air, heating and water included in rent! • Exercise room • Study room/lounge • 24-hour card operated laundry • Bicycle storage room • On-site management office
• Medallion S.O.S. (Superior On-Call Service) • Community room • Outdoor parking • Controlled entry with security surveillance • Window blinds • Playground