Renting


Ryna is Making Renting Easier and Safer for Women Across Canada

Ryna is Making Renting Easier and Safer for Women Across Canada

Finding a roommate and a place to rent can be uncomfortable, difficult and frustrating, especially for single women living in large cities. In response to this reality, two BIPOC women are aiming to make these tasks simpler and more reliable,...
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Berlin Will Fine People Up to $150k for Renting Their Place on Airbnb

Berlin Will Fine People Up to $150k for Renting Their Place on Airbnb

As of May, a new law will restrict renters in Berlin from subletting out their apartments to tourists on...
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Montreal Couple Airbnb's Apartment on NYE Wedding Night, Gets a Drug-Fuelled Sex Party

Montreal Couple Airbnb's Apartment on NYE Wedding Night, Gets a Drug-Fuelled Sex Party

The story of a Montreal couple, Justine Smith and her husband Francisco Peres, who rented out...
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Living with Roommates Before and After 25

The roommate debate. It’s a classic question for young professionals: to save cash and avoid loneliness with a roommate or two, or go the independent route and guarantee your living space is exactly how you want it. Both options have their benefits and draw-backs, but there’s a real difference between coexisting in a living space before and after the age of 25…
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Realty Bites: Saint Paul's Got a Deal For You

Rue Saint-Paul is a prime example of what makes Old Montreal so special. As an OP resident I am definitely guilty of my undying devotion to this area and many young professionals still dream of calling this lovable street home. For those who do, here are some wicked deals Saint-Paul has to offer
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What $2,500/Month (More or Less) Rents You in the OP

Dear readers, welcome back to Realty Bites! A few weeks ago, I wrote a column that explored what one can rent for a set dollar amount in various Montreal neighbourhoods. Given the number of Tweets and Facebook likes generated by that article, I decided that once a month I would dedicate my column solely to hot rental listings. That being said, I present to you: Lease Biters
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Realty Bites: Le Plateau Mont Royal

Le Plateau Mont-Royal est considéré par plusieurs comme étant l’un des quartiers les plus branchés de l’Amérique du Nord – où on se réuni entre amis pour prendre un verre, une bouchée, assister à un concert ou pour simplement relaxer
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Realty Bites: Le Plateau Mont Royal (Francais)

Le Plateau Mont-Royal est considéré par plusieurs comme étant l’un des quartiers les plus branchés de l’Amérique du Nord – où on se réuni entre amis pour prendre un verre, une bouchée, assister à un concert ou pour simplement relaxer
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