Navigating Toronto's Rental Market: Hot Topics, Tenant Troubles, and Spicy Challenges | Episode 63
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Join Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio in episode 63 of the Toronto Livings podcast as they dive into heated discussions about the inefficiencies of Toronto's landlord-tenant board and the complex issues surrounding rental market policies. The hosts share personal stories from the Toronto real estate scene and debate the pros and cons of damage deposits and prepaying rent for a competitive edge. Emphasizing the need for policy reform and a balanced approach, they offer practical solutions, tips on navigating frustrating delays, and a passionate vent session on improving the housing market. The episode also includes lighter moments, such as a hot sauce challenge and various shout-outs. Don't miss this packed episode full of insights and real-life examples. (00:00) Introduction and Episode Overview (01:35) Landlord and Tenant Board Frustrations (02:11) Weekly Catch-Up: New Food Spots (09:32) Fishing Adventures on Lake Ontario (14:43) The CNE: Food and Fun (25:17) Landlord-Tenant Board: Issues and Solutions (30:58) The Nine-Month Wait: A Tenant and Landlord Nightmare (31:51) Speeding Up the Process: Urgent Matters and Overhauls (32:50) Real-Life Example: The Cost of Delays (33:46) Naming Conventions: Simplifying the Forms (35:20) Flowcharts and Legal Newsletters: A Helping Hand (38:15) Common Mistakes: The Brutal Consequences (41:46) Eviction Rules: Tightening the Regulations (42:23) The Philosophical Side of Renting (49:01) Selling a Tenanted Property: The Risks Involved (01:02:04) Prepaying Rent: The Gray Area (01:09:24) Final Thoughts and Shoutouts SHOUTOUTS Captian Tal - Reel Rush Fishing Charters https://www.reelrushfishing.com/ Yaffa Shawarma & Falafel - http://www.yaffashawarma.com/ Midnight Cookie - http://www.midnightcookie.ca/ Zachary Soccio-Marandola (Form Flow Chart) https://www.socciomarandola.com/our-ltb-cheat-sheet-removes-the-legal-jargon-for-you/?ref=realtor-r-newsletter Where You Can Find Us 🏡 For all your Toronto Real Estate Needs: TorontoLivings.com/ 🖥️ Instagram Mark Savel: https://www.instagram.com/torontolivings/ Joey Virgilio: https://www.instagram.com/joey_torontolivings/ 🎙 Weekly Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toronto-real-estate
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