Unpacking the Truths and Myths of the Rental Market's Hottest Takes

 


Ever questioned the validity of the hot takes on Canada’s rental
market? Then be sure to join us on this episode of the Sync or
Swim podcast, as we dive into an open conversation and unpack the
truths and myths of the rental market’s hottest takes. We are
excited to have two incredible guests on the show, Max Steinman,
the CEO at Rentsync & Rentals.ca, and Jenna Chick, the
Director of Leasing at Fitzrovia. Together, we break down several
hot takes prevalent in the Canadian rental market, including
renting as a simple waste of money, Canada’s perceived low
vacancy rates, arbitrary rent prices and the ability for
landlords to make a fair return, rent control as a solution to
housing affordability, and more! Thanks for listening, enjoy.


 


Key Points From This Episode:


What listeners can expect from today’s Sync of Swim podcast
episode.

Our thoughts on the idea that renting is simply a waste of
money.

Redefining rental living in Canada.

Are landlords only interested in profits and are they
one-size-fits-all?

We unpack Canada’s perceived low vacancy rates.

The benefit of purpose-built rentals and the associated laws
around them.

We discuss the record-high interprovincial migration (from
Ontario to Alberta).

Jenna highlights tips on what landlords are looking for in
possible tenants and how to beat the competition.

Arbitrary rent prices and the ability to make a fair return.

We analyze the new legislation around short-term rentals (and
whether they’re ruining the housing market).

Rent control as the solution to housing affordability.

Advocating and educating on purpose-built rentals. 

Why simply plugging a tenant into any unit won’t lead to
success (for leasing agents!)

How rent control works in Toronto.

Our take on whether tenants have community involvement in
renting situations. 



 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:


 


Jenna Chick on LinkedIn

Jenna Chick Email

Max Steinman on LinkedIn

Rentals.ca

Fitzrovia

Rentsync

Sync or Swim Podcast

Sync or Swim Email