Glam

Hi,

Prob a dumb question but we've never rented before so........

We'll be renting for about 6 mths when we arrive in Calgary. All the ad's i've seen give the monthly rental rate + utilities. Who pay's the council tax / property tax??

Regards,

Gavin

Steve_P

The owner of the property is responsible for property tax.

However be assured that it will likely be built in to your rent.

spaceace

personally I would make sure it's mentioned in the rental contract to be safe.

Steve_P

From the City of Calgary website.

http://content.calgary.ca/CCA/City+H...operty+Tax.htm

JonboyE

It is not mentioned in the BC Residential tenancy contract. It is just a given that the property owner pays the tax, not the tenant.

Steve_P

Same in Alberta.

Keith

Property taxes are always the responsibilty of the property owner and also the insurance on the property but make sure YOU insure the contents, it's so cheap and take out replacement value.

As a renter you may be required to pay electricty/gas.

Glam

Thankyou to all. It's what i thought but always good to ask!!

Gav

Sam-in-Okotoks

It's also worth noting the damage deposit should not exceed the cost of one months rent. Make sure you do a pre-inspection of the property with the landlord before you move in and record any damage in writing. I always recommend taking pictures too.