In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor podcast, host David Fleming tackles the pressing question: Who has it worse in Toronto—tenants or landlords? With both sides locked in disputes, David dives into some of the most shocking horror stories that highlight the challenges faced by both groups in the city’s ever-complicated rental market.
David explores the key issues in Ontario’s rental landscape, including legal evictions, rental increases, and professional tenants who exploit the system. He shares real-life examples from his blog, insights from the Landlord and Tenant Board, and stories from landlords and tenants navigating the unpredictable dynamics of Toronto’s rental market.
If you’re interested in the ongoing battle between renters and property owners or want a deeper understanding of the city’s rental laws, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
In This Episode:
- How Toronto’s rental market has become untenable in 2024
- Key issues: eviction laws and rent increases in Ontario
- Professional tenants: Who they are and how they exploit the system
- Horror stories of illegal evictions and unscrupulous landlords
- What the Landlord and Tenant Board is (and isn’t) doing about it
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
02:00 – The state of the rental market in 2024
05:30 – The power imbalance: Tenants vs. landlords
12:00 – Eviction horror stories
24:00 – The rise of professional tenants
38:00 – Landlord and Tenant Board: Are they doing enough?
Don’t Miss:
- David’s take on the broken rental system in Toronto
- A breakdown of the legal landscape for landlords and tenants
- Practical advice for navigating rental disputes in Ontario
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