Winter is around the corner and nobody likes getting those painfully expensive home heating bills. They are worse than the cold weather! Here are a couple tips to keep your heating bill low and your spirits high this winter season. Add weather stripping to your doors and windows -> keep those nasty drafts from...
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If Toronto Real Estate Board numbers continue trending the way they are now, Condominium apartment sales should continue to account for more and more of home sales in Toronto as time goes on. As homes become increasingly more expensive and out of budget for many destined home owners, condos are becoming more appealing to...
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The Rental Isn’t Clean Enough Upon Moving In It is rare that a tenant, who is moving out, leaves the rental move-in-ready for the next tenant. The simple solution to this problem is hiring a professional cleaning service to get it back to 100% clean. If you don’t want to pay a cleaning company...
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Too often, landlords show potential tenants their rental, and wonder why they couldn’t close the deal. Often, there is a simple and aesthetic solution. Consider these 3 factors before showing your home in order to boost your chances of securing a great tenant. Curb Appeal First impressions are important, and the exterior of your property...
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When looking to purchase an investment property it is crucial to pay attention to the details of the home you are purchasing. For example, is the foundation in good shape? Is the plumbing and electrical going to pass inspection? Even if you think you know the real estate market inside and out, it is...
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So what does it take to land the “Rental of the Week” according to Toronto Life? Just ask us at Performance Property Management! It begins with a stunning 847 square foot condo, boasting 9-foot ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 parking spot, 1 locker and a spacious balcony in the Queen West area. Did...
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Performance Property Management would like to take this opportunity to update our property owners on some updates with the Ontario Housing Market that were released yesterday. This morning Kathleen Wynne, the Premier of Ontario, made an announcement to “cool the hot Toronto housing market”. As she mentioned, there will be a number of significant...
READ MOREIt is always worth it to be rigorous when it comes to screening potential tenants because quality tenants become long-term tenants, and long-term means more profit for the owner. Here are 3 simple, yet highly overlooked tactics for screening candidates better. Check Social Media This seems obvious in today’s world but most owners only...
READ MORESpring is officially here, so it is time to open the windows and clean out all those dusty nooks and crannies that we avoided during the winter months. For landlords, maintaining both the interior and exterior of a property is important. If you are a landlord, then use this checklist to stay on top...
READ MOREBeing a property manager takes a lot of organization and great customer service skills in order to organize daily tasks and communicate with clients in a professional manner. When searching for a property management company ensure they have mastered these 3 secrets before deciding to work with them. A Great Property Manager Is a...
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