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Verified tenants, documented decisions, fewer costly placements.
One wrong tenant can mean over $11,000 in legal fees, lost rent, and property damage. With Ontario's LTB backlog, evictions take 7 to 10 months to resolve, and there is no fast way out once the process starts. Tenant screening exists to keep these numbers off your books entirely.
Cost of a Bad Placement in Ontario
Average Time to Resolve a Bad Tenancy
Applications Contain Fraudulent Details
Most landlords screen based on a credit score and a conversation. In Ontario, that approach creates legal risk and leaves gaps that lead to costly placements.
Condo1 runs a multi-step tenant screening process built around verification, compliance, and documentation so every placement decision is informed and defensible.
A single credit check does not reveal fraud, unreliable references, or gaps in rental history. Our process verifies income, employment, landlord references, and background before any applicant is approved.
Ontario prohibits rent-to-income ratios, requires written consent for credit checks, and does not allow application fees. Non-compliant screening exposes owners to Human Rights Tribunal complaints. Our process follows the Ontario Human Rights Code and PIPEDA from the first step.
Nearly 1 in 3 rental applications include fraudulent details. We contact previous landlords directly, verify property ownership when needed, and prioritize the landlord before the current one because current landlords sometimes give positive references to move a problem tenant along.
Screening without documentation is screening without proof. Every applicant is evaluated on the same criteria, and every decision is recorded with reasoning so the process is consistent, fair, and defensible if challenged.
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Skipping a single verification step can result in a placement that costs thousands to undo. Our tenant screening process runs the same six checks on every applicant so nothing is left to assumption and owners avoid preventable losses.
Incomplete or inconsistent applications are the first sign of risk. We collect standardized information from every applicant, including employment, rental history, and authorization for credit and background checks.
A credit score alone does not tell the full story. We review the complete credit report for bankruptcies, collections, late payments, and outstanding debts to assess overall financial reliability.
Pay stubs are easily faked with free online templates. We verify employment and income directly with employers so the information is confirmed, not assumed.
Current landlords sometimes give positive references to encourage a problem tenant to leave. We contact previous landlords directly and prioritize the one before the current landlord for a more reliable picture.
Past evictions and relevant history create risk for future tenancies. We check eviction records and conduct background reviews so owners are not blindsided after move-in.
Verbal approvals without documentation leave owners exposed. Every screening decision is recorded, the Ontario Standard Form Lease is executed properly, and move-in documentation is completed before the tenant takes possession.
Once tenant screening is complete, you receive a placement backed by a full verification process. The applicant's credit, income, references, and background have been checked, the decision has been documented, and the Ontario Standard Form Lease has been executed correctly.
The tenancy starts with everything confirmed and on file.
If you have been burned by a bad tenant before, or want to avoid that experience entirely, professional tenant screening takes the risk out of placement. Condo1 is built for owners who want every applicant properly evaluated, every decision documented, and every lease executed correctly. Screening is included in every management contract.
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Condo1 has made managing my rental completely hands-off. Communication is clear, reporting is transparent, and tenants are handled professionally.
Property Owner, Toronto
From tenant screening to maintenance, Condo1 has been incredibly organized and responsive. I finally feel confident my property is in good hands.
Condo Owner, Mississauga
Living outside the country, I needed a team I could trust. Condo1 handles everything and keeps me informed without constant follow-ups.
International Property Owner
Their systems and processes save time and reduce issues. Condo1 keeps everything documented and easy to track, which matters as a long-term investor.
Real Estate Investor
Professional tenant screening is included in every Condo1 management contract. Book a free consultation to see how the process works and what it covers.
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