{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Unpacking the Truths and Myths of the Rental Market's Hottest Takes","description":"  Ever questioned the validity of the hot takes on Canada\u2019s rental market? Then be sure to join us on this episode of the Sync or Swim podcast, as we dive into an open conversation and unpack the truths and myths of the rental market\u2019s hottest takes. We are excited to have two incredible guests on the show, Max Steinman, the CEO at Rentsync & Rentals.ca, and Jenna Chick, the Director of Leasing at Fitzrovia. Together, we break down several hot takes prevalent in the Canadian rental market, including renting as a simple waste of money, Canada\u2019s perceived low vacancy rates, arbitrary rent prices and the ability for landlords to make a fair return, rent control as a solution to housing affordability, and more! Thanks for listening, enjoy.   Key Points From This Episode: What listeners can expect from today\u2019s Sync of Swim podcast episode. Our thoughts on the idea that renting is simply a waste of money. Redefining rental living in Canada. Are landlords only interested in profits and are they one-size-fits-all? We unpack Canada\u2019s perceived low vacancy rates. The benefit of purpose-built rentals and the associated laws around them. We discuss the record-high interprovincial migration (from Ontario to Alberta). Jenna highlights tips on what landlords are looking for in possible tenants and how to beat the competition. Arbitrary rent prices and the ability to make a fair return. We analyze the new legislation around short-term rentals (and whether they\u2019re ruining the housing market). Rent control as the solution to housing affordability. Advocating and educating on purpose-built rentals.  Why simply plugging a tenant into any unit won\u2019t lead to success (for leasing agents!) How rent control works in Toronto. Our take on whether tenants have community involvement in renting situations.    Links Mentioned in Today\u2019s Episode:   Jenna Chick on LinkedIn Jenna Chick Email Max Steinman on LinkedIn Rentals.ca Fitzrovia Rentsync Sync or Swim Podcast Sync or Swim Email ","author_name":"Sync or Swim: The Multifamily Growth Show","author_url":"https:\/\/www.rentsync.com\/resources\/podcast","html":"