There’s a lot to think about when it comes to finding a place to rent. Here’s a summary of what you just learned:

• Make sure you are covered by BC’s Residential Tenancy Act, which provides renters with important protections.
• There are different types of rental units, and it is important to understand how your rights and responsibilities change depending on the housing you live in.
• Be resourceful when searching for rental housing.  Try using both online and in-person approaches.
• When you find a place that interests you, contact the landlord to ask some basic questions and book a viewing.
• Whenever possible, visit a potential rental unit and meet the landlord before signing a tenancy agreement or paying a security deposit.
• When attending viewings, be sure to make a good impression and get the information you need to make a well-informed decision.