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Renting out a room, Can I turn down a full priced offer?

Dear David, I live in a semi. What are the drawbacks of renting out a room? I worry about stealing, snooping, etc. and don’t want pets. What if it doesn’t go well? – ROOMMATE RESERVATIONS DEAR ROOMMATE: Renting out a room in your home does not fall under the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) if you

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Showing a House with Pets, Problems at Walk-Through

Dear David, We’re ready to list our house. What do we do with our cat and our dog during showings? – CONCERNED PET PARENTS DEAR PARENTS: Your pets are valued family members and it’s important to keep them safe and secure above all else. If at all possible, I would urge you to leave your

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Final Walk Through, Title Insurance, No Pets

Dear David, What is the point of a final walk through? – Last Minute Dear Last Minute, A final walk through is your last chance to see your new home before you take possession, and typically takes place within the last 24 hours before closing. While there is some debate about the importance of a

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