Practical Knowledge for Ontario Landlords
From LTB notices to tax filing, plain-language guides on the topics landlords need most. Bilingual, always free.
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LTB Notices & Compliance
Ontario Rent Increase Guideline: 2027 Is 1.9%
The latest 2027 guideline, 2026/2027 effective-year split, N1 timing rules, and exemptions explained.
Updated Jan 15, 2026
How to Issue an N4 in Ontario
Complete guide to N4 notices for non-payment — the current 14-day timeline, and Bill 60's 7-day period for N4s served on/after Sept 21, 2026 (OIC 618/2026).
Updated Jul 2, 2026
N12 Personal Use Eviction Guide
Evicting for landlord or purchaser use — bad faith penalties, compensation rules, and common mistakes.
Updated Jul 2, 2026
Bill 97: What Changes for Landlords on July 1, 2026
Effective July 1, 2026: RTA fines double, tenants gain A/C installation rights, and repayment agreements must use the official LTB form.
Updated Jul 2, 2026
Bill 60 Changes: What Landlords Need to Know (in force in batches)
Complete breakdown of Bill 60: the 15-day LTB review window (in force since July 1, 2026), the 7-day N4 and 120-day N12 compensation exemption (notices served on/after Sept 21, 2026), and the parts still awaiting proclamation.
Updated Jul 2, 2026
Filing with the LTB: Online Portal & Pre-Filing Checklist
How to file L1/L2/L9 on the Tribunals Ontario Portal — plus a pre-filing checklist so your application isn't dismissed on a technicality.
Updated May 28, 2026
Tax & Finance
CRA T776 Line-by-Line Guide for Landlords
Walk through every line of the T776 rental income form — what to claim, what to skip, and where landlords commonly make mistakes.
Updated Mar 1, 2026
Top 10 Missed Tax Deductions for Ontario Landlords
Most landlords leave $2,000–$5,000 on the table. Discover the deductions you might be missing — from mileage to software subscriptions.
Updated Mar 1, 2026
Receipt Organization: Building a CRA-Ready System
How to organize, scan, and store receipts so you're always audit-ready — with the 6-year CRA retention rule.
Updated Feb 15, 2026
Landlord Operations
Tenant Screening Best Practices for Ontario
What you can legally ask, red flags to watch for, and how to build a consistent screening process that reduces risk.
Updated Feb 15, 2026
Ontario Standard Lease: What Must Be Included
The mandatory clauses, common additions, and mistakes that can make your lease unenforceable at the LTB.
Updated Apr 10, 2026
Rent Collection & Late Payment Strategies
Practical approaches to rent tracking, handling late payments, and when to issue an N4 vs. when to wait.
Updated Apr 10, 2026
Hearings & Evidence
LTB Hearing Preparation Checklist
What to bring, how to organize your evidence, and what to expect on hearing day — based on current LTB procedures.
Updated May 20, 2026
How to Build an Evidence Bundle
Organize ledgers, notices, photos, and communications into a professional bundle that follows LTB Practice Directions.
Updated May 20, 2026
Put This Knowledge Into Action
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