ADARE Property Management Windsor

10/15/2026

What Would You Do? 🤔

You are in the unit for fifteen minutes to change a furnace filter. There is a 55-inch TV mounted on the living room wall. Four anchors. Nobody asked you.

A. Nothing - it is their home
B. Photograph it, note the file, say nothing yet
C. Write to them now and agree how the wall gets dealt with at the end
D. Ask them to take it down

This one splits a room, and every answer has a real argument behind it.

The case for A: it is a television on a wall. People live in these places. An owner who turns up about four anchors is an owner who gets called about nothing, ever, including the leak under the sink.

The case for B: you have not decided anything, and now you have a dated photo. Most of what goes wrong at the end of a tenancy goes wrong because nobody can say what the wall looked like in October.

The case for C: Which is where most of our managers land, the conversation is easy today and awful in two years. A short, friendly message - here is what we noticed, here is what we would like done when you move out - and everybody knows where they stand. Nobody is being told off, and the end of the tenancy has one fewer argument in it.

The case against D: you may well win it and still lose. A mount coming off the wall today leaves you the same holes, a tenant who now treats you as the enemy, and a renewal conversation that just got harder.

What would you do and why? Tell us below in the comments! 👇

10/14/2026

After heavy rainfall, it’s important to check your property for signs of damage. 🌧️

Start with a visual inspection around the exterior to make sure shingles, gutters, downspouts and other components are secure and working properly. 🏠

Inside the property, check the basement and ceilings for water stains, damp areas, active leaks or signs that moisture may be entering the building. 💧

Catching water issues early can help prevent mould, structural damage and more expensive repairs later.

A quick inspection today can protect your property tomorrow. 🔒

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10/09/2026

🏡 Canadian Housing Market Update | Fall 2026

Canada’s housing market is shifting, and the latest REMAX Fall 2026 Housing Market Outlook highlights important trends for homeowners, landlords, and investors.

🔑 Key market insights

81% of markets analyzed experienced a year-over-year decline in home sales.

56% of markets recorded increases in average residential prices, showing regional differences.

32% of markets are expected to favour buyers this fall, creating more room for negotiation.

65% of Canadians surveyed are willing to compromise on location, property type, or condition to make homeownership more affordable.

📍 What about Ontario?

Ontario’s housing market continues to show mixed conditions. Some regions are experiencing softer sales and greater buyer negotiating power, while others remain competitive.

For landlords and investors, these changes highlight opportunities to evaluate properties based on rental demand, purchase prices, operating costs, and long-term potential.

What does this mean for landlords and investors?

💰Investment Opportunities: Buyer-friendly markets may create opportunities to purchase rental properties at more favourable terms.

🏠 Rental Demand: With homeownership affordability remaining a challenge, renting continues to be an important housing option for Ontarians.

⬆️ Property Value: Regular maintenance and strategic improvements can help preserve property value and attract quality tenants.

♟️ Strategic Management: Understanding local rental demand, market conditions, and expenses is essential for making informed investment decisions.

The bottom line…

A shifting housing market doesn’t mean fewer opportunities. It means adapting strategies, monitoring local trends, and making informed decisions.

At ADARE Property Management, we’re committed to protecting your investment and maximizing its long-term potential.

Source: https://blog.remax.ca/canadian-housing-market-outlook/

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10/08/2026

After heavy winds, take a few minutes to inspect your property for damage. 💨

Walk around the exterior and look for loose or damaged siding, missing shingles, shifted eavestroughs, fallen branches and anything that may have moved out of place. 🏠

Small issues caused by strong winds can quickly lead to leaks, water damage and more costly repairs if they are left unnoticed.

A simple visual inspection can help you catch problems early and keep your property protected.

Inspect early. Repair quickly. Protect your investment. 🔒

10/06/2026

Protecting your investment starts with staying ahead of maintenance. 🏠🛠️

At ADARE, we take a proactive approach to property care through quarterly inspections, routine maintenance, and ongoing maintenance planning. Regular check-ins help identify small issues early, keep the property in good condition, and reduce the risk of more costly repairs down the road.💰

A well-maintained property not only protects its long-term value, but also creates a better experience for tenants and helps your investment operate more efficiently.

🔎 Quarterly property inspections
🔧 Routine maintenance
📅 Maintenance planning

Protect your property. Protect your investment. 🤝

10/03/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

The most misunderstood rule in Ontario renting, in one line:

A rent deposit is not a damage deposit.

Ontario's own guide to the standard lease puts it plainly - "The law limits the amount and how it is to be treated. A rent deposit cannot be used as a damage deposit."

What that means on the ground:

For tenants - the deposit you paid at the start is your last month's rent. It is not a fund your landlord draws on for a scuff on a wall. If someone tells you they are "keeping the deposit for damages," that is not how it works here.

For owners - this is the rule that catches out new landlords more than any other, especially anyone who has rented out property in another province or another country. Using a rent deposit for anything other than the last month's rent, and charging a damage deposit on top of it, both appear on the province's own list of offences under the Act.

Damage is a real problem and there is a proper process for it. Quietly keeping the deposit is not that process.

And for everyone: this is exactly why condition photos at move-in matter. A documented starting condition is worth more than any deposit could ever be.

General information only, not legal advice. The amount of a rent deposit and how it must be treated are set by the Residential Tenancies Act - the details matter, so check them against your own situation.

Sources: ontario.ca - Guide to Ontario's Standard Lease; Rental housing offences

10/02/2026

Ontario Rental Rules Have Changed 🏠📙

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/residential-tenancies-act-updates-9.7349885

As of September 21, 2026, new rules under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act are officially in effect, bringing important changes for both landlords and tenants.

Key updates include:

🔑 N4 Notices: The notice period for non-payment of rent has been reduced from 14 days to 7 days.

📅 Persistent Late Rent: Paying rent more than 7 days late at least 3 times within a 6-month period now meets the defined threshold for persistent late payment.

🏡 N12 Notices: Under certain conditions, landlords providing at least 120 days’ notice for their own use may no longer be required to provide compensation or another acceptable unit.

⏱️ 60-Day Occupancy Rule: Following an applicable landlord-own-use eviction, the intended occupant is generally required to move into the unit within 60 days.

🛠️ N13 Renovations: New requirements affect communication around renovation timelines and a tenant’s right to return.

⚖️ LTB Hearings: Certain procedures around rent-arrears hearings have also changed.

Why is this important?

These updates affect how landlords handle unpaid rent, late payments, renovations, evictions and Landlord and Tenant Board proceedings. Staying informed helps property owners follow the correct process, reduce risk and manage rental properties more effectively.

At ADARE, we stay on top of Ontario’s changing rental regulations so the properties we manage are handled properly and efficiently.

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09/30/2026

09/25/2026

What would you do? 🤔

Three years. Never once late. Quiet, looks after the place, and you have honestly forgotten the unit exists.

This month? Nothing.

Day 20 and the rent still has not landed. You have texted twice. No answer.

What do you do?

A. Serve notice today - rules are rules
B. Call once more, then serve if there is no answer
C. Wait it out - three years buys a month
D. Serve notice and keep talking - the two are not opposites

There is no trick here.

Experienced landlords genuinely split on this one, and the difference usually comes down to whether they have been burned before.

The argument for moving early:
Silence is information. Three years of history tells you what someone was - not what may have changed. Serving notice protects a timeline you cannot get back later.

The argument for waiting:
You could be risking a good long-term tenancy over one missed month that may have a completely reasonable explanation behind it.

And then there is D.

Serving notice and staying in communication are not contradictory.

One protects the file.
The other protects the tenancy.

Many situations can still be resolved after notice has been served without the tenancy ultimately ending.

👇 comment your answer below and why.

09/24/2026

Did you know your furnace filter should be replaced approximately every three months? 🔥❄️

A dirty or clogged filter restricts airflow, forcing your heating and cooling system to work harder. During the summer, poor airflow can even cause the A/C coil to freeze, reducing performance and potentially leading to costly repairs. 💰

Regular filter replacements can help:

✔️ Improve airflow
✔️ Support better indoor air quality
✔️ Reduce strain on the HVAC system
✔️ Keep heating and cooling running efficiently

It’s a small maintenance task that can make a big difference in protecting your investment and keeping tenants comfortable. 🤝