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Expert advice for landlords and property managers. Discover strategies to streamline operations, maximize rental income, and stay compliant with the latest laws.

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Landlord Sign-Up | Simple Property Management Software | RentMouse

Create your RentMouse landlord account in minutes and start collecting rent, managing leases, and tracking maintenance — all from one dashboard.

Dec 22, 20251 min read
Canadian landlord compliance software
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RentMouse: Canadian Landlord Compliance Software Guide

Run rentals with province-aware compliance. RentMouse helps Canadian landlords generate leases, track deadlines, document notices, and keep a clean record trail in Alberta, BC, and Ontario.

Dec 13, 20253 min read
Trust Estate
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Understanding Landlord Types on RentMouse: Individual, Business, Trust, and Estate Ownership

Understanding the differences between individual, business, trust, and estate ownership helps landlords make smarter decisions about legal structure, taxes, and long-term planning. It also gives tenants clarity about who is responsible for the property.

Dec 04, 20253 min read
Golden Gate Bridge at golden hour, spanning calm blue-green water with warm light on the hills, representing California landlords navigating statewide laws and local ordinances.
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California Landlord’s Guide to Rental Laws & Responsibilities (2025 Edition)

California’s mix of statewide rent caps, just-cause rules, strict deposit laws, and powerful local ordinances can trip up even experienced landlords. This guide translates AB 1482 and 2025 updates into practical steps so you can raise rent, document units, and evict lawfully—without burning your investment.

Nov 09, 202525 min read
Sunset view of Toronto’s skyline with the CN Tower and waterfront, reflecting the challenges of rent control and tenant protections for Ontario landlords.
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Ontario Landlord’s Guide to Rental Laws & Responsibilities (2025 Edition)

Ontario’s RTA and Landlord and Tenant Board structure every step of your business—from the standard lease to the last day of a tenancy. This guide shows small landlords how to navigate rent control, deposits, repairs, notices, and “just cause” rules the smart, legal way.

Nov 09, 202527 min read
Aerial sunset view of downtown Vancouver’s glass towers, False Creek, and the North Shore Mountains, highlighting the balance between high-value waterfront properties and thoughtful landlord stewardship.
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British Columbia Landlord’s Guide to Rental Laws & Responsibilities (2025 Edition)

With strict rent caps, renoviction rules, and detailed RTB procedures, being a landlord in BC is all about doing things by the book. This 2025 guide explains how to raise rent legally, handle deposits, enter suites, and end tenancies without stepping on a legal landmine.

Nov 09, 202522 min read
 Photorealistic sunset view of downtown Calgary’s skyline with the Bow River and Centre Street Bridge in the foreground, symbolizing stable, well-managed rental investments.
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Alberta Landlord’s Guide to Rental Laws & Responsibilities (2025 Edition)

Alberta may be landlord-friendly, but missing a rule can still cost you. This guide breaks down the 2025 essentials—leases, deposits, maintenance, rent increases, and evictions—so small landlords can protect their properties without getting buried in legal jargon.

Nov 09, 202519 min read
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Updates

Your First 10 Doors, Done Right: RentMouse

If you manage a duplex or a handful of condos—especially in Canada—RentMouse gives you the right-sized toolkit and pricing, without forcing you into U.S. forms, U.S. fee structures, or bloated “manager-of-managers” software.

Oct 24, 20255 min read