Question 1

Is the apartment furnished?

Accepted Answer

The apartment is furnished with a bed, table and chairs in the bedroom area. The living room area is furnished with a sofa, dining table, chairs, coffee table. Kitchen amenities include refrigerator with ice maker, gas range, built-in microwave, equipped in-unit washer and dryer. Although basic furniture is available, tenants need to prepare personal items such as bedding, pots and pans, and toiletries.

Question 2

Is there a washer dryer in the room?

Accepted Answer

have

Question 3

Do all bedrooms have windows? can the windows be opened

Accepted Answer

Each bedroom has windows that can be opened.

Question 4

How big is each bedroom?

Accepted Answer

The specific bedroom area is not provided in the apartment. According to the feedback from students, the bedroom area will basically not be less than 18 square meters

Question 5

Does the apartment have air conditioning?

Accepted Answer

have

Question 6

Does the apartment have a lift?

Accepted Answer

have

Question 7

Is the bedroom door locked?

Accepted Answer

have

Question 8

Is it safe to live in an apartment?

Accepted Answer

Safety

Question 9

Does the apartment provide bedding such as quilts and pillows?

Accepted Answer

Not provided, the apartment bedroom is equipped with beds and mattresses, but does not provide personal items such as sheets and quilts, please bring your own sheets, quilts, pillows, towels, etc. when you check in, or you can choose to buy them at the local supermarket when you arrive .

Question 10

Does the apartment have a shuttle bus to the school?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 11

Is there a supermarket near the apartment?

Accepted Answer

have

Question 12

What public area facilities are there in the apartment?

Accepted Answer

Roof terrace, gym, study room, etc.

Question 13

How is the Internet speed in the apartment? Can I install other networks myself?

Accepted Answer

There is no feedback from students that the Internet speed in the apartment is slow, you can install other networks by yourself

Question 14

Can you take a real shot video of the room I live in?

Accepted Answer

It is generally impossible to shoot specific room videos, because there are currently residents in the rooms, but the apartment will provide a video of the model room as a reference. The overall decoration style is the same as the model room, and the actual room has no soft furnishings and interiors. If the students are in the local area, the apartment will also show the students to visit the model room

Question 15

What is the difference between studio and 1B1B?

Accepted Answer

Studio is similar to 1B1B, the biggest difference is the living room, the price is relatively cheaper than 1B1B. The studio includes a bathroom and a kitchen, but there is no separation between the kitchen, the living room and the bedroom; 1B1B is generally a standard apartment with one bedroom, one living room, one kitchen and one bathroom

Question 16

How about soundproofing the apartment?

Accepted Answer

The sound insulation of housing in Canada is relatively poor compared to domestic ones, but generally speaking, the sound insulation of off-campus apartments is generally better than that of on-campus dormitories. If you rent a studio or 1-room apartment to live by yourself, the sound insulation will be better than shared renting . Units located on higher floors will be quieter than those on lower floors. If your neighbors or roommates make loud noises that disturb your rest, you can give feedback to the front desk of the apartment and ask them to assist in communication.

Question 17

Is there any charge for booking this apartment through Yixiang Haoju platform?

Accepted Answer

The service fee is charged through the booking of Yixianghaoju. The contract is signed directly with the apartment. All the fees during the booking process are paid directly to the apartment. Yixianghaoju consultants will help you deal with the reservation procedures and will be accumulated on the discount provided by the apartment. Exclusive extra cashback on our platform.

Question 18

How often is the rent paid?

Accepted Answer

The rent of the apartment is paid on a monthly basis, and the rent needs to be paid before the 1st of each month for the next month&#x27;s rent

Question 19

How to pay rent?

Accepted Answer

Pre-authorized bank card payment or pay by card at the apartment office every month

Question 20

Does the rent of the apartment include utility fees such as water, electricity and network?

Accepted Answer

Rent includes water, internet, heating

Question 21

What is renters insurance premium? Why should I buy renters insurance?

Accepted Answer

When renting a house in Canada, most apartments require tenants to purchase renter&#x27;s insurance. The reason is that if the tenant accidentally causes damage to the house during the living process, such as: water leakage damages the floor or carpet, moving or collision causes damage to the wall, etc., the renter’s insurance will pay for you to the apartment or The management company pays compensation. The specific requirements of the apartment shall prevail. Most of the insurance can be paid monthly or annually. The cost of rental insurance is quite cheap, with an average of about 10-20 US dollars per month, and the amount of insurance will vary according to your insurance amount, area and selected items.

Question 22

Does the apartment have parking? Indoor or outdoor? How to charge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is an indoor parking lot. You can consult the front desk of the apartment for the specific cost after check-in

Question 23

What fees do I need to pay to apply for an apartment?

Accepted Answer

Hello, for the fee details, please refer to the fee details section of the apartment details page

Question 24

My lease period is less than one year, and I have rented for 11.5 months, why have I paid rent 12 ti

Accepted Answer

In fact, the student apartment is charged according to your actual lease period (for example, 11.5 months), and then for the convenience of calculation and management, the entire amount of the housing contract is directly divided into 12 equal parts, charged on a monthly basis, all monthly The installments are all equal. In this case, whether it is the apartment lease or the website description, it is generally not called rent, but 12 month installment, which means 12 monthly installments. In order to facilitate the management of the apartment, the rent of the next month needs to be paid on the 1st of each month or in advance. A late fee may be incurred if it is later than the specified time of the apartment. For details, please refer to the relevant terms of the contract.

Question 25

Are pets allowed in the apartment?

Accepted Answer

Pets are allowed, a pet deposit of CAD 200 will be charged

Question 26

Can the deposit be used against rent?

Accepted Answer

According to the rental contract in Ontario, the rental deposit is used to offset the rent, and the key deposit will be returned after the end of the lease

Question 27

What is the convenience fee displayed when paying rent with a credit card?

Accepted Answer

The convenience fee is a handling fee for credit card payments. International card organizations such as Visa or MasterCard charge the issuing bank an international transaction fee of 1% to 1.5% of each transaction. Although it is charged to the bank, the fee is actually borne by the card reader; Fee or exchange fee, between 1% and 2%. Different banks will vary. It is recommended that students use a Canadian debit card to pay rent, and the handling fee will be very low

Question 28

What should I do if the rent payment shows that the payment has failed?

Accepted Answer

If the online rent payment fails, it is usually because the bank has a limited payment limit. It is recommended to make multiple payments, or use another bank card for payment, or contact the bank to ask the reason

Question 29

Can the parking fee be paid later?

Accepted Answer

If you need a parking space, you can go to the front desk of the apartment to handle it after check-in, and pay the parking fee to the apartment after you go through the procedures. If you don’t need a parking space, you don’t need to pay the parking fee

Question 30

Can I be assigned with a designated roommate?

Accepted Answer

Although this apartment is a student apartment, all rooms need to be rented as a whole, so as long as you submit an application with your classmates, you can be allocated together.

Question 31

Can I choose a room? When can I know the room number?

Accepted Answer

The apartment will provide rooms for you to choose from, and you will know the room number when you apply

Question 32

Can I choose a specific floor and orientation?

Accepted Answer

The apartment will price the room according to the different floors and orientations, and will give students specific floors and orientations to choose

Question 33

Are boys and girls mixed?

Accepted Answer

If you are renting a whole set, you can live with men and women mixed.

Question 34

Is the rent when I submit the application the final rent?

Accepted Answer

Hello, the reservation is based on the rent when the contract is signed. After submitting the application form, the apartment will review the background information of the tenant and sign the contract. The rent is based on the rent on the contract when the contract is signed. Sign as soon as possible after release to avoid losses caused by apartment price increases

Question 35

What is the reservation process?

Accepted Answer

The booking process is as follows (Note: All fees are paid directly to the apartment, the contract is signed directly with the apartment, and Yixiang Haoju does not charge any fees) [Step 1] In the Yixiang Haoju app, find the apartment that you want to apply for, and click [immediately] Application] Fill out the application form, and a consultant will contact you to help you book a room. 【Step2】Pay the application fee to the apartment (the handling fee for the apartment to review the background information of the tenant), and some apartments will allow you to pay the retention fee. Please refer to the fee details section to pay After that, the apartment will start accepting applications from students. No matter whether the application is successful or not, the apartment will not return it. [Step3] The apartment will review the application materials, and after the approval, the contract will be sent. [Step4] Sign the contract [step5] Pay the deposit to the apartment [step6] 】Purchase rental insurance before moving in and pay the first month&#x27;s rent

Question 36

What is the difference between booking through your platform and booking by myself?

Accepted Answer

Renting a house through Yixianghaoju is exactly the same as renting an apartment by yourself. The vast majority of apartments in Canada are willing to cooperate with the rental platform, and it is stipulated that the apartment shall bear the commission, and must ensure that no matter which channel is used to rent the apartment, the rent needs to be consistent. Therefore, for the Yixiang Haoju cooperative apartment, Yixiang Haoju collects service fees to help students deal with the booking procedures, avoid and solve some errors or unsmooth that may occur in the process, avoid risks and save your time, and provide students with pre-check-in Necessary reminder; Your rent, deposit, etc. are paid directly to the apartment, and the rental contract is signed directly with the apartment.

Question 37

Is there a fixed start date and lease term for the apartment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this apartment is a student apartment with a fixed starting time and lease period

Question 38

What does an individual lease mean?

Accepted Answer

Student apartments can be rented out by bed or a separate room, that is, each resident signs an individual lease, which means that each person is only responsible for part of their unit lease or bed. If your roommate can’t live in the middle, you don’t need to pay their fees, but this apartment is a Group lease. If the roommate doesn’t rent halfway, the person who stays still has to bear the rent of the whole house

Question 39

What are the required application materials?

Accepted Answer

Step1: In the house type you want to apply for, click [Apply Now] Step2: Upload your passport and offer

Question 40

Can I book an apartment under the age of 18?

Accepted Answer

Sorry, according to Canadian requirements, all students staying in Canadian apartments must be at least 18 years old at the time of check-in. If you are at least 17 years old, but you will be at least 18 years old at the time of check-in, you can also book

Question 41

Can I check in early?

Accepted Answer

Apartments in Canada are generally not allowed to move in early, because the previous tenant has not moved out or the apartment needs to be cleaned up after the previous tenant has moved out~

Question 42

What should I bring to my new apartment?

Accepted Answer

Although the apartment has basic furniture and home appliances, the following are not included in the apartment. Tenants can refer to the following items to prepare the public area: electronic products and corresponding wires/chargers, trash cans, garbage bags, pots and pans , plates, cups, cutlery, coffee pot. Cleaning/disinfecting supplies, dish detergent, laundry detergent, etc. Bedroom: Sheets, quilts, pillows, towels, toiletries, bath hooks and curtains, trash cans, and anything that makes you feel at home.

Question 43

When can I check in when I arrive? How to do it?

Accepted Answer

Under normal circumstances, check-in is only possible during the working hours of the apartment. You need to contact the apartment in advance for early or late check-in, subject to the requirements of the apartment. Generally, Canadian apartments cannot be checked in earlier than the rental start date. Documents required for check in: passport, electronic version of rental contract, electronic version of rental insurance

Question 44

When can I check in?

Accepted Answer

You can check in on the day when the lease term of the contract begins. If you arrive at the apartment during non-working hours, it is best to inform the apartment by email in advance so that the apartment can arrange check-in. The management office of the apartment will have specified office hours, (the office hours of the apartment are: RESIDENT SERVICE HOURS MF: 9AM-6PM ) Therefore, if the office hours are exceeded on the same day, you have to wait until the next day. Some apartments do not work on weekends, so students should arrange air tickets and itinerary reasonably according to the office hours of the apartment. After all, the apartment is not a hotel, if you arrive after office hours on the day, please contact the temporary accommodation in advance.

Question 45

I can&#x27;t arrive at the apartment according to the rental start time in the contract, can I check in t

Accepted Answer

You can check in a few days later, but it is recommended to explain to the apartment in advance the reason why you cannot check in as scheduled and the expected time of check in, but the rent needs to be paid to the apartment normally according to the time stipulated in the contract

Question 46

Is there an open fire for cooking in the apartment?

Accepted Answer

Hello, there are basically no open flames in Canadian apartments for safety reasons, but they can be used for normal cooking

Question 47

Do I need to clean the room by myself after check-in?

Accepted Answer

Hello, after moving in, the tenant needs to clean the room by himself

Question 48

Can I change rooms after check-in?

Accepted Answer

If you have verified with the apartment that there are vacancies, you can negotiate to change the room under normal circumstances. The apartment will charge a certain fee for the room change. Whether you can change the room needs to be negotiated with the apartment at that time

Question 49

What happens if I move out on my own before the tenancy ends?

Accepted Answer

You can move out before the lease expires, but you still need to pay the rent for the remaining months in the lease, or sublease the room and let others continue to pay the rent, otherwise it will be a breach of contract. Students, please pay attention: breaking the contract does not only mean the loss of the deposit, the apartment has the right to recover all your remaining rent. At the same time, it will have a serious impact on your personal credit record, and some apartments will even reflect it to the immigration bureau. Refusal to pay rent, the apartment may also resort to law.

Question 50

I have already applied for and signed the lease, but I want to go back, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

In Canada, the content of the contract and the signature are very particular. Once the lease is signed, all the content of the contract must be fulfilled. If you cannot move in, it is recommended that you sublease the room and let others continue to pay the rent, otherwise it will be a breach of the contract. Students, please pay attention: breaking the contract does not only mean the loss of the deposit, the apartment has the right to recover all your remaining rent. At the same time, it will have a serious impact on your personal credit record, and some apartments will even reflect it to the immigration bureau. Refusal to pay rent, the apartment may also resort to law.

Question 51

Do you allow friends to stay in the apartment?

Accepted Answer

few days are allowed

Question 52

How do I move in and want to terminate the contract early?

Accepted Answer

If you have already moved in and want to return home early, you need to sublet the contract on your side. You can post the sublet information on the uhomes app to find the lessee. Before finding the lessee, the contract is still in your own name, and you still need to pay the rent normally. After you find the lessee and complete the subletting procedures, you will no longer have any financial responsibility for the house, and the subsequent rent will be Paid to the apartment by the lessee.

Question 53

If the lease is about to expire, what do I need to do to cancel the lease?

Accepted Answer

After the lease expires, if you don’t renew the lease and want to move out, you generally need to inform the apartment 60-90 days in advance. If you don’t notify, the apartment may automatically renew the contract. This is generally stipulated in the contract, which is interpreted by the contract and the apartment. allow.

Question 54

I signed a 12-month lease contract, can I sublease it halfway?

Accepted Answer

Yes, apartments generally have a formal subletting clause. After the formal subletting process is completed, you will no longer have any financial responsibility for the house. For subletting, the apartment will charge a subletting fee (see fee details) The subletting process of a Canadian apartment is as follows Step1: Post the subletting on the Yixiang APP. Find the lessee Step2: Inform the uhomes consultant who you want to sublet to, and the consultant will help you with the subletting procedures. Step3: A subletting fee will be charged at the apartment. Step4: The lessee goes through the normal rental procedures. successful rent

Question 55

What should I do if I want to renew the lease after the lease term expires?

Accepted Answer

The apartment can be notified 60 days before the end of the lease period and a new contract can be signed

Question 56

After the end of the lease term, what issues should be paid attention to when going through the leas

Accepted Answer

When you quit the lease, you need to basically restore the apartment to the way you checked in, that is, clean the apartment, leave no personal items or garbage, and keep all the facilities in the apartment intact. You need to fill out the Move-out checklist, and check with the apartment staff one by one whether the required cleaning is up to standard to ensure that the deposit can be fully refunded. Don&#x27;t forget to leave the correct check payable and mailing address to the apartment.

Question 57

Will the apartment collect my packages before I move in?

Accepted Answer

No, the apartment requires you to check in yourself before you can collect the package

Question 58

The facilities in the room are broken, who can I ask for repairs?

Accepted Answer

You can send an email to the apartment, or contact the front desk of the apartment, make an appointment to leave a message, and ask the maintenance personnel to come and check

Question 59

What are the dimensions of the bed?

Accepted Answer

About 150*190

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Is the apartment furnished?

Is there a washer dryer in the room?

Do all bedrooms have windows? can the windows be opened

Is the apartment furnished?

Is there a washer dryer in the room?

Do all bedrooms have windows? can the windows be opened

How big is each bedroom?

Does the apartment have air conditioning?

Does the apartment have a lift?

Is the bedroom door locked?

Is it safe to live in an apartment?

Does the apartment provide bedding such as quilts and pillows?

Does the apartment have a shuttle bus to the school?

Is there a supermarket near the apartment?

What public area facilities are there in the apartment?

How is the Internet speed in the apartment? Can I install other networks myself?

Can you take a real shot video of the room I live in?

What is the difference between studio and 1B1B?

How about soundproofing the apartment?

Is there any charge for booking this apartment through Yixiang Haoju platform?

How often is the rent paid?

How to pay rent?

Does the rent of the apartment include utility fees such as water, electricity and network?

What is renters insurance premium? Why should I buy renters insurance?

Does the apartment have parking? Indoor or outdoor? How to charge?

What fees do I need to pay to apply for an apartment?

My lease period is less than one year, and I have rented for 11.5 months, why have I paid rent 12 ti

Are pets allowed in the apartment?

Can the deposit be used against rent?

What is the convenience fee displayed when paying rent with a credit card?

What should I do if the rent payment shows that the payment has failed?

Can the parking fee be paid later?

Can I be assigned with a designated roommate?

Can I choose a room? When can I know the room number?

Can I choose a specific floor and orientation?

Are boys and girls mixed?

Is the rent when I submit the application the final rent?

What is the reservation process?

What is the difference between booking through your platform and booking by myself?

Is there a fixed start date and lease term for the apartment?

What does an individual lease mean?

What are the required application materials?

Can I book an apartment under the age of 18?

Can I check in early?

What should I bring to my new apartment?

When can I check in when I arrive? How to do it?

When can I check in?

I can't arrive at the apartment according to the rental start time in the contract, can I check in t

Is there an open fire for cooking in the apartment?

Do I need to clean the room by myself after check-in?

Can I change rooms after check-in?

What happens if I move out on my own before the tenancy ends?

I have already applied for and signed the lease, but I want to go back, what should I do?

Do you allow friends to stay in the apartment?

How do I move in and want to terminate the contract early?

If the lease is about to expire, what do I need to do to cancel the lease?

I signed a 12-month lease contract, can I sublease it halfway?

What should I do if I want to renew the lease after the lease term expires?

After the end of the lease term, what issues should be paid attention to when going through the leas

Will the apartment collect my packages before I move in?

The facilities in the room are broken, who can I ask for repairs?

What are the dimensions of the bed?

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