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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 08, 202525 min read
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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 08, 202527 min read#tips
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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 08, 202522 min read#tips
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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 08, 202519 min read#alberta rental laws 2025
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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 23, 20255 min read
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Building Strong Tenant Relationships

Discover how good communication and prompt service strengthen tenant relations, reduce turnover, and boost long-term satisfaction.

Oct 22, 20255 min read#tenant satisfaction
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10 Essential Tips for First-Time Landlords

New landlords in the US and Canada will love these 10 practical rental property tips. Learn about laws, tenant screening, leases, maintenance and more to manage your property confidently.

Oct 20, 20257 min read#Essential Tips
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Ditch the Spreadsheets: How Small Landlords Can Reclaim Their Nights

Manage rentals, tenants, and payments easily with RentMouse—simple property management for small landlords.

Oct 19, 20252 min read#tenant management