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hen it comes to rental accommodations, it’s important to be as diligent as possible to make sure you have a good experience from start to finish.

If possible, speak to current tenants and ask about their experience. If you’re shown a model, ask to view the actual suite where you’ll be living so you can check out the view and get a sense of exactly what you’re getting beforehand so there are no surprises.

While you’re renting, know your rights. Tenants are not responsible for normal wear and tear on the premises during the tenancy. The landlord is responsible for general upkeep, including wear and tear.

You should be asked to fill out an Inspection Worksheet when you move in, which the landlord will sign. This is an important document to keep on hand for moving day. Consider taking photographs if there are damaged areas, or bring a video camera if you have one and tape the inspection. A little diligence now ensures peace of mind for later.

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ou’ve got the reno bug. I know, it sounds like fun. A new bathroom vanity, hand-scraped exotic hardwood flooring. But you can’t. You rent. You’re stuck reading all of these great décor magazines with no way to express your inner interior decorator!

I’ve got two things to say:

1) You’ll never truly appreciate how lucky you are that you don’t have to live through a renovation. It’s hard to believe, but the experience of dirt, dust and disruption really does take away from the enjoyment of the final outcome.

2) Think outside the big beige box. Sure, you may not be able to rip up floors – but there are reams of products out there that will do the trick. Floating floors: they click together and are temporary – if you move you can even take them with you to your new home and reconfigure them there! Or go with a rug or hallway runner.

Since they’re not permanent you can be more daring, go with colour, pattern or texture that can easily be changed as something new in your décor mag strikes a chord.

You can’t tear out that bathroom vanity, but you can spend that extra money in changing up the hardware and on really amazing accessories. If you need more storage, find a chrome trolley, or brass bar cart – the ones on casters are totally on trend. They offer great storage capacity and can be adapted for use in the office, bedroom or kitchen when you want to change things up.

Sometimes it’s just easier to move when there’s a lot you want to change about your space. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find that perfect place. 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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A8. Nelson Place 1424 Nelson & Broughton

A13. Whitgift Gardens 550 Cottonwood Ave concertpropert ies.com

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A9. Carmen Manor 1516 Davie Street & Nicola

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A10. Lougheed Village Apartments 9500/9502 Erickson Drive 9303/9304 Salish Court

Surrey A11. Surrey Gardens 100, 12747-102 Avenue GreatApartments.ca A12. Evergreen Apartments 10525 150 St. Gatewaypm.com

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A15. Cypress Gardens 114 & 1132 Howie Street Caprent.com A16. Park Regency Apartments 612 Clarke Road Coquitlam Caprent.com A17. Sydney Place Apartments 544 Sydney Ave Caprent.com A18. Lougheed Village Apartments 9500/9502 Erickson Drive 9303/9304 Salish Court

A20. Park Astoria Apartments 430- 11th Street Caprent.com A21. Princeton Place Apartments Howay Street Caprent.com A22. Tantus Towers 810 St. Andrews Street Caprent.com A23. Sherbrooke Manor Apartments 329 Sherbrooke Street Caprent.com

Delta A24. Deltita Gardens 8507 120 St

A26. Fraser Place 11675 Seventh Ave Caprent.com A27. Dolphin Square 8200 Park Rd Caprent.com A28. Carlton Park Gardens 10951 Mortfield Rd Caprent.com

A31. Villa Fontana 5609-201A St. A32. Majorca 5699 201A St A33. Stardust 5639 201A St A34 Encore 19899-55A Avenue www.baywest.ca

aBBotSforD A29. Huron Court 31790 Union Ave Baywest.ca A30. Courtyard Estates 2929 & 2959 Tims Street firesidepropertygroup. com/courtyard-estates/

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it’s your favourite time of year.

It’s time for spring cleaning, which means it’s time to clear the clutter and get organized!

Bedroom organizing is often last on the list because it’s a room that not many people see, but it should really be a priority because having this room under control will make your life a whole lot easier. And I’ll admit it – usually I’m the one who procrastinates until I have no choice but to do it! There are so many hiding spots and creative storage ideas for those items that don’t have a “home.”

Under the bed What’s under your bed? If your bed doesn’t have fixed drawers already, make your own “closet on wheels” by attaching casters to wooden boxes. Paint them or stain them to match the colour of your bed to make them disappear into the furniture. electronics drawer Dedicate one drawer in one of your night stands to charge your cell phone, MP3 player, headset and the like. Cut a small hole in the back of the bedside table to feed wires of the chargers through, and be sure there is an outlet close by. Close the drawer and the mess is gone!

Jewelry & accessory storage There are many beautiful jewelry boxes and holders that look great on a dresser, if you’ve got the room. If you consider yourself crafty, try making your own!

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diy Project All you need is an old cabinet door and some kitchen cabinetry hardware: knobs, pulls and hooks. Mount the assorted hardware to the cabinet door as you please and voilà! It’s a beautiful display piece for necklaces, which can hang on the knobs, earrings can rest on the pulls, and bracelets can dangle from the hooks. Mount it to your wall and it can double as artwork. umbra’s Little Black dress (pictured above) is another smart and savvy way to store your bling. Shaped just like your little black dress, it’s got clear pockets all over it for storage, and it can all be hung in your closet – out of sight, our of mind, until you need it! the power of pegboard Vertical space is often wasted space, and in the closet there is a ton of it!

Installing pegboard to the walls in your closet will give you so much added storage you never even knew you had. Add hooks or nails to the pegboard, which will serve as spots to hang your belts, purses and scarves. Paint the pegboard the same colour as your walls for a seamless look. seasonal clothing It won’t be long before the summer clothes will be coming out, which means the winter clothes will need to be stored away. Have you ever thought of using your travel luggage as a storage place for these bulky items? When the seasons change, do the switch! it’s all an illUsion Taking five minutes out of every day to complete simple tasks in the bedroom like making the beds, keeping drawers and doors shut, and neatly folding linens and clothes. This will make your bedroom appear to be a lot more organized and a lot less cluttered.

yanic simard Yanic Simard is New Condo Guide’s design editor and the principal designer of the Toronto Interior Design Group, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Simard has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and appears as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine and the Toronto Star.

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Carlton Park Gardens 10951 Mortfield Road, Richmond Bachelor, 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available • • • • • •

3 appliances - fridge, stove & dishwasher Private balconies Outdoor pool and indoor sauna Laundry facilities on-site Exercise room Resident party room and outdoor BBQ area • Courtyards and water fountains throughout the property

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Holly Tree Apartments 1116 Hamilton Street, New Westminster, BC

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1 Bedroom Suites Available • • • • • • •

Large balconies Elevators Laundry on-site Lockers available Indoor and outdoor parking Royal City Shopping Centre nearby Moody Park is close by featuring sports fields, pool, & walking trails

Royal Ridge Apartments 315 Agnes Street, New Westminster, BC

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Bachelors and 1 Bedroom Suites Available • • • • • • •

Balconies Elevators Laundry room on-site On-site fitness room Outdoor parking available Friendship Gardens and Tipperary Park nearby Not far from Columbia SkyTrain

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Dishwashers in-suite Private balconies Laundry on each floor Exercise room for residents Close to River Market at Westminster Quay • Moody Park nearby featuring sports fields, pool, & walking trails • Not far from New West SkyTrain Station

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810 St. Andrews Street, New Westminster, BC 1 Bedroom Suites Available • • • • • • •

Balconies Laundry room Elevators Lockers available Indoor & outdoor parking Douglas College nearby Moody Park is a short walk away featuring numerous sports fields, pool, playground, and walking trails

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Balconies En suite storage Laundry facilities Covered and outdoor parking Walk to Royal Columbia Hospital Across from Sapperton Park Not far from Sapperton SkyTrain Station

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Victoria A1. Princess Patricia 701-703 Esquimalt Road A2. The Lord/ Lady Simcoe 450-440 Simcoe Street

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THE MOVING PROCESS

BY SHLOMO SHARON

A FEW YEARS AGO, A SON OF ONE OF MY FRIENDS ATTENDED A UNIVERSITY OUT OF TOWN. HE RENTED AN APARTMENT AND ENTERED INTO A ONE YEAR LEASE. He then decided, near the end of the lease, to move. He advised the management company on his intentions, as it was required, that he would not be renewing his lease. He was notified prior to leaving that a physical inspection of the premises would be conducted.

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On the day of the inspection, which was done in his presence, he was advised that there was damage to the floors and that he would be charged over $500. He protested, only to receive a notice from the management company to this effect. He told his parents that the damage was there when he moved into the unit. When the parents contacted me to find out what can be done, my first question to them was whether an inspection of the unit was conducted when he moved in, and if it was, did he receive a copy of the inspection report, and if he ever notified the management company in writing of the damage at that time? The answer to all these questions was no inspection, no written report and no written or verbal notification.

This was the breakdown of rule number one, which is: When renting a unit it is imperative to inspect the unit before you move in. This must be done, regardless if you rent a unit in a rental building or if you rent a unit in a condominium from an investor. Management companies will have a move in inspection report form, which details all the components of the unit. It includes the status of the walls, painted or not, holes in the walls, the location of the holes; the status of the floors, regardless of whether it is a wooden floor or is carpeted; the windows and any window coverings; the bathroom and all the components in it, from the condition of the sink, to the condition of the bathtub; the kitchen and all the components there including the faucet, the sink, all the appliances, and of course if applicable, washer and dryer. When this inspection takes place, all these items should be reviewed, and any complete or partial deficiency should

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be noted on this inspection report. If you feel that you are not knowledgeable enough, ask a friend who is familiar with this, to come with you. Please do not forget that this inspection will be used as the benchmark when you vacate the apartment down the line.

When the inspection is completed, take the time to review the move-in report carefully to ensure that any deficiencies that were noted are recorded. Make sure that you sign on every page, and a copy should be retained in your possession. This will help both you and the management company to avoid any misunderstandings later on. It is important also to remember that if a certain deficiency was overlooked during the inspection, and was noted immediately thereafter, you should bring it immediately to the attention of the management company, and in writing.

Now you are ready to move in. Please remember to notify the management company of the date and time of the move, so that the appropriate arrangements can be made by them.

In the case of a highrise building, you will need to secure the elevator so you will need to estimate the length of time that the move will take. Do not forget to consult with your moving company, in order to avoid any misunderstandings. Also, find out if there is a designated area to access the building for the move. You should also be prepared to pay a move-in deposit, which will be applied to damages that may occur during the move. It is common that a moving company is insured, and in that case, any damage to the property would be covered by them. However, if you move in on your own, you must remember to take all necessary precautions as you will be personally responsible for any damages. The management company should put up padding to protect the elevator cab.

It is your duty to ensure that it is done as any damages to the

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elevator cab can be very costly. You should always remember to ask for your deposit back once your move is completed.

Once you are in your unit, and hopefully enjoying it, you should take care of it as if it was your own home, as it will be your responsibility for any damages that may occur in the unit during your tenancy.

When the time comes for you to move out, you should notify the management company in writing, within the prescribed timelines, of your intention to move. Please do not forget to request that a move-out inspection be completed, even though the management company will initiate it in any event. You should coordinate the date and time for the inspection. You should have with you a copy of your move-in inspection report so that any deficiencies which were noted then will not be held against you. Here again, once the inspection is completed, remember to ask for a copy of the report, and ensure that it is signed both you and the management company. Once again, when you move out remember the same steps that were taken when you moved in will apply.

It is your responsibility to ensure that both you and the management company are in agreement of the status of the unit at time of move-in and move-out. This will ensure a smooth transition at the beginning and end of your tenancy.

Shlomo Sharon is CEO of Taft Management Inc. and a member of CCI since 2002. Taft Management Inc. is an ACMO 2000 Certified Property Management Company and has been providing property management services since 1996. Visit the website www.taft-forward.com for further information or email shlomos@taft-forward.com.

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