Tenant FAQ

1. What is the rent amount and when is it due?

• Clarify the monthly rent amount and due date.
• Understand any late fees or grace periods.

2. How do I report maintenance issues?

• Find out the process for reporting repairs or maintenance problems.
• Know the expected timeframe for the landlord to address the issues.

3. What is included in the rent, and what am I responsible for?

• Determine which utilities and services are included in the rent. Make sure that the allocation is explicitly written if you are sharing utilities.
• Confirm with landlord who owes money if shared space is not paid for by the other tenants.
• Who is going to put the utilities under their name during the lease period.
• Clarify responsibilities for lawn care, snow removal, etc.

4. Can I make changes to the property, such as painting or decorating?

• Check the lease for any restrictions on alterations.
• Obtain written permission from the landlord.
• Easily removable items that do not damage walls flooring are often allowable but if unsure – speak with landlord.

5. How do I renew or terminate my lease?

• Understand the terms for lease renewal.
• Landlords often are required to provide you 2 months notice if they are not going to renew a year long lease, however if you are month to month the terms may differ and be even shorter.
• Know the notice period required for moving out.

6. What is the policy on subleasing or having guests?

• Check the lease agreement for any restrictions on subleasing.
• Understand the rules regarding long-term guests.
• Often if guests stay longer than 30 + days they may be required to be added to lease agreement

7. How are security deposits handled?

• Understand the amount of the security deposit.
• Know the conditions for receiving the deposit back at the end of the lease.

8. What is the process for resolving disputes with the landlord?

• Familiarize yourself with the dispute resolution process outlined in the lease.
• Differs from region to region
• Know your rights and responsibilities in case of conflicts.

9. Can the landlord enter the property, and if so, how much notice is required?

• Understand the rules regarding landlord entry. Often 24 hours notice is required to access. If landlord request to access within less than 24 hours, you are not obligated to offer access unless you approve.
• Be aware of the notice period required before the landlord can enter.

10. What are my rights in terms of habitability and repairs?

• Know your rights regarding a habitable living environment. Heat source is a key feature that is legally required to be provided by home owners. More critical for colder climates.
• Understand the landlord’s responsibility for prompt repairs.

11. How does renters’ insurance work, and is it required?

• Determine if renters’ insurance is a requirement in your lease.
• Renters insurance may be required by leases in some provinces like Saskatchewan , British Columbia, and Quebec. In other provinces they cannot enforce it as a requirement.
• Understand the coverage and benefits of renters’ insurance.

12. What is the policy on rent increases?

• Understand the terms for rent increases. Differs from region to region as well by the lease type.
• Know the notice period required for any proposed rent hikes.

13. Do you have any properties available to rent ? If so, where are they?

• We are always accepting applications for our furnished and unfurnished properties in the Saskatoon and surrounding areas.
• Currently, we operate in Saskatoon and area. This will continue to expand and grow so stay tuned!
• If interested send an email at dayne@premierprairie.ca and I’ll let you know what we have available.