{"id":32275,"date":"2021-09-27T17:24:44","date_gmt":"2021-09-28T00:24:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/?p=32275"},"modified":"2024-09-13T15:05:49","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T22:05:49","slug":"rent-in-canada-how-to-secure-a-home-before-coming-to-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/rent-in-canada-how-to-secure-a-home-before-coming-to-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Rent In Canada: How To Secure A Home Before Coming To Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For many newcomers, finding a place to rent in Canada can be a daunting task. Instead of trying to secure a rental right after you land, a better option is to secure a home before arriving in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll show you how to secure a place in Canada from abroad by doing everything online \u2014 search, apply, view, sign and pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<style>\n.background-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #303030;\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  font-size: 24px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams p{\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  color: #303030; \n  font-weight: 400;\n  text-align: center; \n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams {\n  background-color: #F5F5F5;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  padding: 30px;\n  text-align: center;\n  margin: 20px 0px;\n}\n.button-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams{\n  margin-top: 20px;\n  padding: 12px 16px;\n  background: #1D415E;\n  border: 0px solid white;\n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15);\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  \n  font-family: 'Inter';\n  font-style: normal;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  line-height: 16px;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #FFFFFF;\n\n}\n  \n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"background-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams cta-block-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams\">\n<h3><strong>10 Must-Haves To Avoid Rental Scams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>When it comes to rental scams, knowledge is power. Look out for these <em>10 things<\/em> when searching for and applying to rentals.<\/p>\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/landing.liv.rent\/how-to-avoid-rental-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams\" class=\"button-renter-cta-10-must-haves-avoid-rental-scams\">Get Your Free Checklist<\/button><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"search\">How to search online for a home to rent in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#FE5F55\">Where to start your search<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rental listing sites <\/strong>\u2014 This is probably the easiest and most efficient way to look for apartments and houses for rent in Canada. From <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\">liv.rent<\/a> to Kijiji, there&#8217;s a myriad of rental websites you can search from. If you&#8217;re searching for <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/toronto\" target=\"_blank\">rentals in Toronto<\/a>, here are the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"top 9 apartment rental websites (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/05\/torontos-best-apartment-rental-websites\/\" target=\"_blank\">top 9 apartment rental websites<\/a> you can start off with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Social media<\/strong> \u2014 Another way to look for rentals is through Facebook Marketplace, Facebook Groups, Instagram, YouTube and Subreddits. You can check out Facebook Groups such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/livrentlistings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Vancouver Rentals<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Toronto Rentals (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/rentalplacesintoronto\/\" target=\"_blank\">Toronto Rentals<\/a> or subreddits such as <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/vancouverhousing\/\" target=\"_blank\">r\/vancouverhousing<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"r\/TorontoRenting (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/TorontoRenting\/\" target=\"_blank\">r\/TorontoRenting<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>University housing sites<\/strong> \u2014 If you&#8217;re a student, try contacting the &#8220;off-campus housing&#8221; department of your university or college. They&#8217;ll be able to assist you and direct you to the right resource or housing site specific to students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<style>\n.background-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #303030;\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  font-size: 24px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad p{\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  color: #303030; \n  font-weight: 400;\n  text-align: center; \n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad {\n  background-color: #F5F5F5;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  padding: 30px;\n  text-align: center;\n  margin: 20px 0px;\n}\n.button-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad {\n  margin-top: 20px;\n  padding: 12px 16px;\n  background: #1D415E;\n  border: 0px solid white;\n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15);\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  \n  font-family: 'Inter';\n  font-style: normal;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  line-height: 16px;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #FFFFFF;\n\n}\n  \n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"background-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad cta-block-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad\">\n<h3><strong>[Free Checklist] How To Secure A Home Before Arriving In Canada<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Download this checklist for a quick summary of what you need to do if you&#8217;re looking to rent in Canada from abroad \u2014 how to search, apply, view, sign and pay online.<\/p>\n\n<button id=\"downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad\" class=\"button-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad\">Download Checklist<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#FE5F55\">What to look out for when you&#8217;re searching<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\n\nRecommended Reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/07\/how-to-protect-yourself-from-rental-scams-in-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to protect yourself from rental scams in Canada?<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is the landlord who they say they are? <\/strong>If the landlord&#8217;s identity is unclear or hidden behind a numbered company, be cautious. Identify theft and cash deposits being stolen can happen, so it&#8217;s important to know how to protect yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Does the rental unit actually exist?<\/strong> If the photos seem similar to another listing or address details are withheld, you should dig deeper. Search on Google Maps to ensure that the images aren&#8217;t pulled from an actual sale listing. Also, request a live <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2020\/11\/virtual-house-tours-beginners-guide-to-live-streaming\/\" target=\"_blank\">virtual tour<\/a> of the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"color:#3E5B77\"><strong><em>Tip: <\/em><\/strong><em>When you&#8217;re searching on liv.rent, check that the landlord and listing has a <strong>&#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/10\/verification-process\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">verified checkmark<\/a>&#8221; <\/strong>next to their profile and address. This means that the landlord has been verified with a government-issued ID or business license, and the listing has been verified by mail or land title documents.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is too much information being requested upfront? <\/strong>Never provide your credit card or bank account information until you decide to move forward with a lease. However, some landlords may request that you apply before booking a viewing. In this case, they may ask for bank statements or tax information to ensure that you&#8217;re able to cover rent payments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more to find out <a aria-label=\"what information a landlord is allowed to ask for (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2020\/01\/landlord-tenant-information-privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">what information a landlord is allowed to ask for<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get Up To $4,100 Cash Back** <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmo.com\/main\/personal\/mortgages\/special-offers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">With A New BMO Mortgage<\/a>. Plus, Lock In Your Rate For 130 Days!* Offer Ends November 4, 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"apply\">How to apply online for a rental in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you apply for a rental, make sure you have the right documentation. The two most important pieces of information you&#8217;ll need to provide are financial documents (e.g. bank statements, employment letters) and references from your past landlords. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a quick overview of what landlords may ask for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html>\n<head>\n<style>\ntable {\n  font-family: arial, sans-serif;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  width: 100%;\n}\n\ntd, th {\n  border: 1px solid #dddddd;\n  text-align: left;\n  padding: 8px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n<table>\n  <tr>\n    <th>Identifiers<\/th>\n    <th>Background Information<\/th>\n    <th>Financial Information<\/th>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td> Name<\/td>\n    <td> Employment History<\/td>\n    <td> Credit Score<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>Date of birth<\/td>\n    <td>Educational History<\/td>\n    <td>Income and financial resources<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>Current and former addresses (business and personal)<\/td>\n    <td>Criminal Information<\/td>\n    <td>Debt information<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>Email address<\/td>\n    <td>Pet Information<\/td>\n    <td>Bank account information<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>Social Insurance Number (SIN)<\/td>\n    <td>Personal References<\/td>\n    <td>Rent payment information<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n  <tr>\n    <td>Driver\u2019s License Number<\/td>\n    <td>Emergency Contact Information<\/td>\n    <td>Financial information<\/td>\n  <\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#FE5F55\">How to apply for a rental through liv.rent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re applying on liv.rent, you&#8217;ll be guided through the entire rental application that consists of four components: ID verification, basic profile, <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/10\/liv-score-updated\/\" target=\"_blank\">Trust Score<\/a><\/strong> (<em>renter&#8217;s credibility rating system<\/em>), and references. Once completed, you&#8217;ll be able to submit this application (<em>think of it as your Renter&#8217;s Resume<\/em>) to any listing on liv.rent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Watch now: How to fill out your application (i.e. Renter&#8217;s Resume)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"liv.rent Basics - How To Apply To Multiple Listings\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jdOy6wV6t6A?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/liv.rent\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#3E5B77\">Step 1) ID Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to verify your ID, so that landlords know you&#8217;re a verified renter. This involves uploading a <strong>government-issued document<\/strong>: driver&#8217;s license, passport, health insurance card, or permanent residence card. Once uploaded, you&#8217;ll be asked to take a <strong>photo of yourself <\/strong>and the liv.rent team will manually verify to ensure your identity and information match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"color:#3E5B77\"><strong><em>Note: <\/em><\/strong><em>Your  authentication information is only temporarily stored. Once you&#8217;ve been verified, liv.rent will immediately remove all copies in a secured manner.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#3E5B77\">Step 2) Basic Profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to provide background information that will give landlords an overview of who you are and your current status. This includes information such as your name, contact info, current address and an introduction about yourself. <strong>If you&#8217;re living outside of Canada, select the country you&#8217;re currently residing in and put down your home address. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"color:#3E5B77\"><strong><em>Tip: <\/em><\/strong><em>Take advantage of the &#8220;About Yourself&#8221; section by sharing any additional information you would like landlords to know. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#3E5B77\">Step 3) Trust Score<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Powered by AI and an algorithm that corroborates submitted information to assign a <strong>score for every renter<\/strong>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/10\/liv-score-updated\/\" target=\"_blank\">Trust Score<\/a> is an intelligent rating system that <strong>evaluates a renter&#8217;s reliability and credibility<\/strong>. This score will be used by landlords to assess and rank prospective tenants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to receive a Trust Score, there are three parts to complete:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Credit check<\/strong> \u2014 As a newcomer to Canada, you can select the option &#8220;<strong>I do not have a credit history in Canada<\/strong>&#8220;. This will explain to prospective landlords why a credit score is not available for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Financial documents<\/strong> \u2014 If you do not have an active letter of employment or job offer in Canada, you can select the option &#8220;<strong>Not Employed<\/strong>&#8220;. Then, under Income Verification, you can upload a bank statement that shows you have at least one year&#8217;s worth of rent in your bank account. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a student, you can select the option &#8220;<strong>Student<\/strong>&#8221; and upload your enrolment letter or student card to prove your student status. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"color:#3E5B77\"><strong><em>Note: <\/em><\/strong><em>Once these documents have been verified, it will be securely removed from the system and landlords will not have access to any sensitive information.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ID verification<\/strong> \u2014 If you&#8217;ve completed Step 1, then no action is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color:#3E5B77\">Step 4) References<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last step in your rental application is to provide either employment or landlord references. If you&#8217;re renting for the first time or your landlord references are from your home country, select the option &#8220;<strong>I&#8217;m a first-time renter<\/strong> <strong>and do not have any landlord references<\/strong>&#8220;. As an alternative, cite an employer, teacher, or immigration agency as your reference; essentially, choose someone who can attest to your reliability as a renter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"color:#3E5B77\"><strong><em>Tip: <\/em><\/strong><em>Secure a Canadian cell phone number as soon as possible. Having an active local number in advance will help you open utility accounts, bank accounts, and more. You may also be asked for a domestic number at your point of entry. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid steelblue; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #3E5B77;\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">liv.rent<\/a><\/b> recommends Canadian cell phone service provider, PhoneBox, for the most affordable LTE plans on the market and free shipping of SIM cards anywhere in the world!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #3E5B77;\">Unlock liv.rent exclusive deals and receive even better deals as a liv.rent member. <b>Click here<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/mysim.gophonebox.com\/?bn=3106\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&gt;&gt; Go Phonebox<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<style>\n.background-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #303030;\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  font-size: 24px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad p{\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  color: #303030; \n  font-weight: 400;\n  text-align: center; \n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad {\n  background-color: #F5F5F5;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  padding: 30px;\n  text-align: center;\n  margin: 20px 0px;\n}\n.button-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad {\n  margin-top: 20px;\n  padding: 12px 16px;\n  background: #1D415E;\n  border: 0px solid white;\n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15);\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  \n  font-family: 'Inter';\n  font-style: normal;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  line-height: 16px;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #FFFFFF;\n\n}\n  \n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"background-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad cta-block-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad\">\n<h3><strong>[Free Checklist] How To Secure A Home Before Arriving In Canada<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Download this checklist for a quick summary of what you need to do if you&#8217;re looking to rent in Canada from abroad \u2014 how to search, apply, view, sign and pay online.<\/p>\n\n<button id=\"downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad\" class=\"button-downloadable-infographic-rent-from-abroad\">Download Checklist<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 5px solid aliceblue; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #3E5B77; margin: 0;\"><strong><a href=\"#toc\">Back To Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"view\">How to view your rental virtually<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Virtual tours can be just as effective as in-person viewings if <strong>a) you know what to look for<\/strong> and <strong>b) you know what to ask<\/strong>. There are two things to keep in mind during a virtual tour:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t be afraid to check<\/strong> \u2014 Have the landlord demonstrate that all appliances are working (e.g. run faucets, flush toilets, check stoves, turn on lights). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prepare questions<\/strong> \u2014 Let the landlord do the talking by asking open-ended questions (e.g. describe your ideal tenant.) Also, ask questions that can uncover information not addressed in the ads (e.g. how much interest have you had for this unit?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"lease\">How to sign a digital lease agreement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can review, sign, send and renew leases for rental agreements in B.C. and Ontario on the liv.rent platform \u2014 online or in app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The advice we always give to renters is to <em>review<\/em> before signing. Once you&#8217;ve signed, the lease becomes binding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First,<\/strong> make sure you&#8217;re <strong>familiar with what should and should not be allowed on the lease agreement<\/strong>. This will vary by province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/09\/residential-tenancy-agreement-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\">BC Residential Tenancy Agreement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/01\/ontario-standard-lease-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Ontario Standard Lease<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Next,<\/strong> as you&#8217;re looking over the lease agreement, make note of three areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rent amount and additional costs<\/strong> \u2014 Check if the lease states the correct rent amount, when it is due, and the acceptable forms of rent payment (e.g. e-transfer, credit card, cheque, etc.) Also, see if there are any additional costs like security or pet deposits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Custom addendums<\/strong> \u2014 Landlords may choose to add additional terms to the basic lease agreement through custom addendums. It can be related to pets, smoking, subletting or late payment fees. Pay extra attention to these portions! <em>These are also binding<\/em> as long as the tenant agrees to them and they don&#8217;t conflict with the Residential Tenancy Act. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lease extension<\/strong> \u2014 Pay attention to what the lease says will happen after the lease ends. In B.C. and Ontario, after a lease expires, it\u2019s transitioned into a month-to-month rental agreement \u2014 unless the landlord added an addendum about vacating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, when the lease term is up, you and your landlord may decide to sign another lease. 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You&#8217;ll also receive payment reminders that you can turn on or off in your profile settings after your rental contract is active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<br> \n\n<style> \n\n.button-rethink-way-you-rent { \n  background-color: #3E5B77; \n  border: 5px #26425C; \n  color: white; \n  padding: 10px 30px; \n  text-align: center; \n  text-decoration: none; \n  display: inline-block; \n  font-size: 15px; \n  margin: 5px 0px 20px 0px; \n  cursor: pointer; \n} \n<\/style> \n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23097\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Digital-Contracts-Cropped-2.gif\" alt=\"Find apartments &amp; houses for rent with the liv.rent app\" width=\"196\" height=\"370\" style=\"float:left;\"> \n\n<h3 style=\"color: #3E5B77;\">Rethink The Way You Rent<\/h3> \n\n<p>Not on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">liv.rent<\/a><\/strong> yet? Experience the ease of digital applications &#038; contracts, verified tenants &#038; landlords, virtual tours and more \u2013 all on one platform. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign up for free<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> download the app<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p> \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\" class=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\">Learn More<\/button><\/a> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/315027fd.sibforms.com\/serve\/MUIEALxBmw-zX8J7nIDbE8Y0GsbO2XD2wyS5o8IJ7wVaedytZTfE-Ysnf2unVSDuBMQ_DiIreTYMftk3u84zjN-NZ459-r4fafSVJmvHqufcCZsHOdl9YPdQlyNO_8e-aEyO3JswcwrjPcNt9Ll22P85SQ6zAIiqlLhL9S2Es9edJgfjg0307yN6DptRbjGnHobRqNlUNRLczWrl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Subscribe<\/a><\/strong> to receive the latest tenant &#038; landlord tips and get notified about changes in the Canadian rental market.\n<\/p> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong>>> Stay up-to-date on the average rent in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal: <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rent Reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many newcomers, finding a place to rent in Canada can be a daunting task. 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