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Just Landed Guide: Housing & Rentals

Finding accomodation can be a time-consuming task, especially in a foreign country. Our housing guide explains where to look for appartments and accomodation, how to deal with local estate agents and what to bear in mind before signing a rental contract.
The Housing market:
Finding a place to live in Canada
In Canada, continued strong demand for housing and increasing house prices have resulted in a decline in rental occupancy rates (increase in rental vacancies). More...
Getting started:
How to prepare your housing search
Finding appropriate accommodation in Canada that fits your budget and requirements can be a long and difficult task. The keys to success in finding the best place to live are planning your search with enough time and keeping patient! More...
Housing classifieds:
A wide range of possibilities
Advertisements for rental apartments and other properties can be found in a variety of sources including online and print publications. They are usually located in the ‘for rent’ or ‘classifieds’ sections. More...
Appointments:
Visiting an apartment
Make appointments to view rental apartments or houses as soon as possible when you see something interesting. If you delay, there is a bigger chance that the apartment you are interested in renting could be rented out to someone else. More...
Real Estate agents:
How to deal with assisted search services
Real Estate agents are representatives from private companies that mostly deal in selling properties but can also perform rental services. They sometimes have the most attractive accommodation, as many property owners do not wish to spend time looking for and contracting tenants. More...
Flatshare and subletting:
Options on a tight budget
If you are looking to stay in Canada for over three months, shared accommodation may be a cheaper option. You can often find other people in a similar situation and it’s a good way to meet new people. More...
Contracts:
All you need to know before signing a rental agreement
Standard rental contracts are designed to protect your interests as well as those of the landlord. As it is usually the landlord or agent who provides the contract, it is important that you completely understand its implications. More...
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