During A Tenancy

Rent is always payable in advance and in accordance with the lease agreement. The preferred payment method is by post-dated cheque.  Other methods of payment are accepted, please talk with your property manager for these options. Please contact your property manager if you are at any time unable to make a rental payment.

A copy of all keys will be issued to the tenants at the commencement of the lease agreement. The tenant will become responsible for these keys during the tenancy, with their complete return required upon vacating the property.

A duplicate set of all keys are held at MGS Properties for emergency access, repairs and inspections. Under special circumstances, these spare keys may be borrowed by the tenant once identification is produced.  Keys are only available during business hours and must be returned within 24 hours.

Changing Locks

Locks may only be changed once approval has been given by MGS Properties and a copy of all new keys must be provided to our office. It is preferred that if tenants want their locks changed, they should notify their property manager and they will promptly change the locks and the tenant will reimburse for the cost of the locks.

Periodic Inspections

During the tenancy the property will be inspected periodically by MGS Properties, after receiving 7 days notice. These inspections are to check on the condition of the property, and suggest any repairs or maintenance needed to the landlord.  A written and pictorial report is sent to the landlord.

Repairs

In accordance with the lease agreement, any damage, malfunction or problem should be reported to MGS Properties immediately. All repairs are to be put in writing. Urgent repairs may be phoned through to the office.  All repairs are attended to promptly and efficiently, however due to quotes or approval that may be needed, a delay may sometimes occur (no more than a few days).  We ask that tenants be patient and contact us if the repair needs following up. Please note that repairs are only carried out during business hours unless they are emergencies.

Insurances

As the landlord cannot insure tenant’s belongings, we strongly recommend that each tenant take out the appropriate insurances to cover personal items. However, there is a possibility that students may be covered under thier parents’ household insurance. Students should double check regarding those policy coverages.

Electricity, Cable, Internet and Phone

Each tenancy is unique.  Depending on the specifics of your lease agreement, you may or may not be responsible for paying for these services.

Inclusive – The tenants are not responsible for setting up accounts or paying for these services as they are included in their rental costs.

Non-Inclusive – It is the tenant’s responsibility to set up an account in their name and pay accounts for these services during the tenancy.  The tenant is also responsible to close the account and pay all balances upon vacating. Please check to see if there is a current phone line connected to the property, as the landlord is not obliged to provide one, or pay to have one installed.

Electricity (London Hydro) 519-661-5503
Cable Television & Internet (Rogers) 1-888-ROGERS1(764-3771)
Phone (Bell) 310-BELL(2355) or 1-800-668-6878

Water Usage

If leasing a property with all utilities included, the tenants are not required to pay water usage charges. If the utilities are not included in the lease agreement, the tenants are required and responsible to pay all water usage charges.

Maintenance

Exterior - The property manager and/or lawn maintenance company shall be responsible for the lawn care and landscaping services on the rental premises.

Interior – The property manager shall be responsible for any maintenance on the interior of the rental property.