Who is a tenant under the Residential Tenancies Act?

The Residential Tenancies Act (the Act): provides a system for helping resolve tenancy disputes. A tenant is someone who rents a house from a landlord. Sometimes a few people rent a house and live together, so they all sign the tenancy agreement and become tenants together.

What are the rights of a tenant under the RTA?

Under the Residential Tenancies Act ( RTA ), a tenant has the right to quiet enjoyment of their property. A landlord has a corresponding duty to make sure this right is upheld. A tenant also has a duty to keep their home in a reasonably clean condition.

How to contact the covid-19 Residential Tenancies hotline?

Read the Residential Tenancies Practice Guide to find out more. If you’re not sure if your tenancy is covered by the COVID-19 temporary changes, contact the Residential Tenancies Authority hotline on 1800 497 161 from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Friday or text (SMS) “Hi” to 0480 000 782.

What to do if a tenant refuses to move out?

If a tenant opposes or fails to move out, the landlord can apply to the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) or the Provincial Court for an order terminating the tenancy.

What should I do if my tenant is involved in illegal activities?

While you want to treat your tenants with professionalism, it should never come at the cost of safety. If your tenant is involved in illegal activities, contact the authorities and let them handle the situation and secure the property.

Under the Residential Tenancies Act ( RTA ), a tenant has the right to quiet enjoyment of their property. A landlord has a corresponding duty to make sure this right is upheld. A tenant also has a duty to keep their home in a reasonably clean condition.

What’s the best way to deal with a tenant?

The key to dealing with difficult tenants of any sort is to follow a strict and documented course of action. Every state has different laws, so be sure to consult with your attorney for legal advice on what to do with your problem tenants.

How to manage your time as a landlord?

By setting aside a specific time to be available to your tenants, you are better able to manage your time and avoid conflicts in scheduling and unreasonable expectations from your tenants.