Busting Some Common Apartment Rental Myths
Not sure if renting an apartment is right for you? Perhaps you’ve been scared away by some of the rumours (or so-called “facts”) you’ve heard about living in an apartment building? Well, despite what you may have read or heard, apartment living is extremely desirable, safe, and efficient. This article will “bust” some of the [...]
Pet-friendly Apartment Living
Moving into an apartment can be a stressful experience – not just for you, but for your pet as well. Here are a few tips to help make your cuddly critters feel at home in your new apartment rental.
Check the Rules First
Before you move into your apartment with your pet, always check with [...]
Claiming Your Moving Expenses on Your Tax Return
If you’re renting an apartment, you probably know that a portion of your apartment rent can be deducted from your taxes. However, you might not know that you can also deduct certain moving expenses from your next tax return, including transportation, packing and storage costs.
You Can Deduct Moving Expenses If …
To be able [...]
Is Buying A New York Condo Is Better Than Renting An Apartment
Are you planning on moving to the New York City area? If you are, have you decided where you would like to live yet? When it comes to living in New York City, there are a large number of individuals who decide to rent an apartment. While renting an apartment is more than possible, did [...]
Getting the Most Space Out of Your Bachelor Apartment Rental
Renting a bachelor or studio apartment is a great choice, especially for students and young professionals, as these apartments can be incredibly affordable and convenient. Despite these advantages, however, many potential renters still can’t get over the lack of living space available in a bachelor apartment for rent.
Yes, the apartment might be small (compared [...]
Glossary of Types of Apartments for Rent in Ottawa
Looking through the apartment listings can be a pretty confusing experience. Just what are the differences between a junior one-bedroom and an alcove studio? A convertible three-bedroom and a flex two-bedroom? Knowing the layout of each type of apartment and what features each type contains will greatly improve your chances of finding the perfect apartment [...]
8 Great Reasons to Rent an Apartment in Ottawa
Considering renting an apartment in Ottawa? Here are eight great reasons why Canada’s capital city is an excellent place to live, work, and stay:
· Ottawa is a world-class city, ranking near the top of the list on several surveys conducted by Mercer Human Resource Consulting. For example, Ottawa is ranked:
4th in the [...]
The Advantages of Renting an Apartment Vs. Owning a Home
You’ve probably heard this before: if you’re making a monthly rent payment, as opposed to a monthly mortgage payment, you’re essentially throwing your money away. Well, as common as the saying is, it’s not necessarily true – in many situations, it’s actually much more advantageous to rent an apartment rather than own a home. Here’s [...]
Why I Love Renting an Apartment in Downtown Ottawa!
At Paramount Properties, we’re dedicated to providing the best possible Ottawa apartment rental experiences to our tenants. With great locations, top quality service, and exceptional value, it’s easy to see why our apartments for rent in Ottawa are the best in the city. But don’t take our word for it – just have a look [...]