Certainly. We offer refundable holding deposits equal to the booking fees associated with your rental. By submitting your hold you will have first dibs on the property for your dates. The fee is refundable if the following occurs:

• you cancel your booking
• your application was declined
• your selected property is not available for your dates
• you never moved into the unit

Only for select properties that accept credit card payments. Other payment options are: Wise for international e-transfers or direct bank wire. Most properties accept email transfers from any Canadian bank.

In BC landlords and property managers can charge up to 1/2 month rent as a security deposit against possible damages to the property. If a pet is involved, an additional 1/2 month rent can be charged to offset any damages caused by a pet or extra final cleaning due to pets.

Yes, all the units on the site have been vetted. Vetting includes the following:

• visual confirmation of the property and its contents
• owner confirmation by property Title
• condition inspections to assure everything is working in the unit

When reviewing your lease agreement check on the following:

• cancellation or early termination clause
• conditions for returning your damage deposit and when
• what is included in the rent
• make sure your personal requirements like parking etc are in fact included

It never hurts to preview a rental space before signing anything. However, sometimes, you cannot be physically present to do so. In that case, ask for a virtual tour via Zoom, FaceTime or WhatsApp with the agent or homeowner you are dealing with. This can go a long way in assuring that the space adequately meets your needs and preferences. Kitchen, closet space and more can be gleaned virtually.