Are you a landlord to be searching for a student rental investment in Hamilton? This post will briefly describe the student rental market in Hamilton and how you as an investor and landlord to be can choose which area you would like to invest in. Hamilton, Ontario makes a perfect City to invest in student… Read More »
Ontario Car Insurance Options
Just like purchasing a car, when you walk into a dealership to purchase a car you may ask what options the vehicle has. This is really no different than buying car insurance in Ontario. The most basic car insurance policy in Ontario provides liability insurance at a certain limit and then you may add coverages… Read More »
How to get – and keep – the best tenants for your rental property
What you need to know to attract a tenant who values your home as much as you do Anyone who’s rented out a portion of their home, or indeed their entire home, knows that it’s not always a comfortable thing. On the pro side is extra income; this might be a luxury (your 20-something moved… Read More »
Difference Between Home Insurance & Rental Property Insurance
Difference Between Home Insurance & Rental Property Insurance A common misconception about home insurance is that as long as the home has insurance it is insured and that it does not matter if you have renters. This is simply not true. When applying for insurance you must be up front with the Insurance Company; who… Read More »
4 Steps to Investing in the Student Rental Market
Read Below to find out how to invest in the Ontario student rental market. The information below is intended to put you on a head start to becoming a student house landlord. Research Rents Google, the name of the University or College area with the words: “off campus housing”. Most universities and colleges have a… Read More »
How To Get The Most Out of Your Rental Properties
How to get the most out of your rental properties And by most, we mean the most $$$ you can possibly earn as an Ontario landlord With real estate prices in big Ontario cities soaring past all forecasts, it may seem like all you need to do in order to maximize the profits from your… Read More »
New Driving Laws Effective September 1st 2015
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation has added new rules and harsher penalties. There are 3 main changes. Increased fines for distracted driving Increased fines for dooring cyclists and new rules for driving around cyclists Moving over for tow trucks providing assistance Distracted Driving As of September 1st 2015 the fines and penalties for a… Read More »
What is Back On Track?
If you have been convicted with an impaired driving conviction or have received more than 1 roadside suspension in the warn rage, one of the requirements in order to drive again is to attend a mandatory alcohol education program. The facts: The fee is between $178 for warn range drivers to $578 for convicted impaired… Read More »
Ontario’s System on Impaired Driving and what it means for High Risk Car Insurance
Find out below using the chart what happens after 1st convictions for impaired driving in Ontario, Canada. Remember, you may be convicted for impaired driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Novice Drivers (Those with GT1, G2, M1, M2, M2-L or M2-M licenses) Zero blood alcohol content law applies means that novice drivers… Read More »
Why Investing in Ontario Student Rental Properties Might Be a Good Investment
Whether you are looking to purchase your first investment property or you are a landlord with a rental property portfolio, owning a student rental property might just be a good investment. Over the years, investing or owning a student rental house had a negative stigma as many potential investors viewed it as high maintenance home… Read More »
Does a Speeding Ticket in Ontario Affect my Insurance?
Does a Speeding Ticket in Ontario Affect my Car Insurance? A popular misconception amongst Ontario drivers is that a ticket without points will not affect their insurance. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Any moving violation such as a speeding ticket will affect your insurance. What is the affect on Ontario Car Insurance and 1… Read More »
What to Look for When Buying a Student Rental In Order To Keep Insurance Cost Down
When considering purchasing a student rental there are a few things to look for that will make life easier for you when trying to insure the property. Many times even experienced landlords can purchase a rental property which can be considered difficult to insure because of the property’s mechanics. Below, have a look at what… Read More »
Calling & Driving An Expensive Call for your Car Insurance
The Fine Since October 26th 2009 the Province of Ontario has banned hand held devices while driving. As of February 1st 2010 the fine for driving while using a hand held is $280 but drivers who receive a summons to court or who contest the ticket may face a fine of up to $500. There… Read More »
Student Landlords: Enhanced Coverage Feature
As a student landlord renting to students you understand there could be a downtime where students do not occupy the house during the summer months. One way to collect rents during this time is to have a 12 month lease, even still students may pay for these months but the house could sit empty from… Read More »
What kind of insurance does my bar in Toronto need?
As Toronto grows, so do the various industries supporting it. The hospitality and entertainment industry is clearly no exception. Nightclubs, bars, lounges and resto-lounges each provide a unique experience and have been popping up across Toronto. Neighborhoods in Toronto like Queen Street, Dundas, Ossington and Roncesvalles have seen a surge in these types of establishments,… Read More »