Bridging the Gap Between Newcomers and Rental Housing Providers

“We are having unprecedented demand that is met by very
little vacancy.” — Jesse Greenwell 


Welcome back to another episode of the Sync or Swim Podcast.
Today we are joined by David Frattini from Rentals For Newcomers
and Jesse Greenwell, the Head of Communications, Partnerships,
Culture, and Inclusion at Mainstreet Equity. Tuning in, you’ll
hear all about why there is a high increase in the demand for
student rentals in Canada, how Mainstreet Equity has accommodated
this demand, how they avoid unreliable tenants, and how they are
promoting themselves as all-inclusive in order to attract student
renters. We also discuss how Rentals For Newcomers are avoiding
scammers online, how to seek student accommodation later in the
year, how to be the best possible prospect for a landlord, the
importance of rental insurance, how Covid has changed renting in
Canada, and the financial benefit of seeking housing outside of
your gateway city. Jesse and David also share some advice for
international students looking to rent in Canada. You won’t want
to miss out on this discussion! 


Key Points From This Episode:


Introducing today’s guests, David Frattini and Jesse
Greenwell

Why there is an increase in demand for student rentals in
Canada

Jesse elaborates on how Mainstreet Equity has created
additional supply for student housing

What kind of occupancy they are seeing in these student
buildings 

David advises students who are seeking accommodation later in
the year

How can student renters best secure a rental with landlords

The protocols that Mainstreet Equity has put in place to
avoid potentially delinquent student renters

The marketing that Mainstreet Equity is using to reach and
attract student renters

The importance of reaching your maximum audience possible
with proper branding

How Rentals For Newcomers combats scammers on their website

David shares his thoughts on rental insurance and the
benefits for both renter and landlord

How Covid has made the rental industry change

David shares some words of advice for international students
looking for rentals in Canada

The importance of staying up to date on the latest scams as a
renter

Why David encourages people to look for housing outside of
your gateway city

Jesse also shares advice for international students looking
for accommodation in Canada



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