Step 1

The first step in the process will be to get the documents listed below prepared. We will need these to be able to put in an offer for you.

  • Rental Application: You can fill this out leaving the address blank (we can fill that in once have found a place we'd like to offer on)

  • Full Credit Report: Usually Equifax or TransUnion are the most acceptable, it's approximately $19.00 for a full report

  • Copy of Photo ID (Drivers Licence, Passport or Health Card)

  • Employment Letter

  • Recent Pay Stubs (Or proof of income)

  • References (Previous landlords, employers, or family friends, etc.)

Step 2

After we identify your key criteria we’ll arrange to see available rental properties. You’ll be set up to receive alerts when new leases hit the market that match your specifications. We will also search for upcoming and off-market leases through our agent network.

Step 3

Once we've found the right place, we'll prepare an offer for you. To strengthen your offer, we sometimes suggest that our clients include a brief letter to the landlord, along with a few photos that reflect your personality. It’s optional but can help your offer stand out.

After your offer is accepted, you’ll need to provide a certified cheque for the first and last month's rent. This deposit, given to the brokerage, secures your commitment to the lease.

Here are the documents you'll need to sign at this stage:

  1. RECO Information Guide: This guide, required by brokerages, is designed to educate and protect you as a consumer. It provides essential information about your rights and responsibilities when working with a real estate professional. By reviewing this guide, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how we’re regulated, ensuring transparency and trust throughout your leasing journey.

  2. Tenant Representation Agreement: This agreement is required by brokerages to formalize our commitment to you as your representative. It ensures that we can legally act on your behalf, providing you with the full range of services and support necessary to secure the best lease terms.

  3. Agreement to Lease: This essential document outlines the terms and conditions agreed upon by both the tenant and the landlord before finalizing a rental. Required by brokerages, it serves as a formal commitment, detailing everything from rent amount to move-in dates.

  4. Ontario Standard Lease: The Ontario Standard Lease is a mandatory document that provides a clear and consistent framework for residential tenancies across the province. While the Agreement to Lease sets out the initial terms between tenant and landlord, the Ontario Standard Lease is required by law to formalize these terms in a standardized format. It ensures that all key details are covered and helps protect the rights of both parties by providing clarity and consistency in rental agreements.

Once the offer is Accepted you will need:

  1. Certified Cheque or Bank Draft for First and Last: Payable to the listing brokerage. (It can also be a e-transfer or a wire of funds depending on the brokerage and your preferences)

  2. Deposit Cheque for Keys: Payable to the landlord. You will get this back at the end of your lease when you return the keys. The key deposit must be a reasonable amount, typically reflecting the actual cost of replacing the key or key fob.

  3. 10 Post-Dated Cheques or Pre-authorized payment form: Filled in and signed and payable to the Landlord OR we can set up E-transfer as an option.

Step 4