Beginning a Tenancy – Quiz

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Question 1 of 8

1. Question

Jill remembers a previous tenant of hers that originally told her he had no pets. As the tenant did not think of rabbits as pets, he didn’t discuss things with Jill when he got a rabbit 2 months after moving in. Jill disagreed and considered the rabbit to be a pet. Since Jill had stated NO PETS in her advertisement, it didn’t cross her mind to include a ‘no pets’ clause in their tenancy agreement, but she is certain that her rule is still enforceable. Which of the following is TRUE?

No need to include it in the tenancy agreement since there is an implied agreement by stating this in the advertisement.

It must be included in the tenancy agreement since this rule is a mandatory part of all tenancy agreements in Nova Scotia.

Including it in the tenancy agreement clarifies the expectation from the start and makes the pet clause enforceable.

Do not include it in the tenancy agreement since it is unlawful to restrict people from having pets in a rental unit and you may receive a fine for imposing such a restriction on pets.

By law rabbits are not classified as pets and therefore landlords cannot put any restrictions on tenants who have rabbits.

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Question 2 of 8

2. Question

Jill would like to know which of the following statements is TRUE of filling out the Tenancy Agreement?

When filling out a Tenancy Agreement you should be sure to complete all sections of the agreement and ensure that the tenant signs the document.

It is not necessary to have a written Tenancy Agreement. The best agreements are made over a hand shake.

It is best not to add an addendum to your Tenancy Agreement because addenda can only be created by lawyers.

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Question 3 of 8

3. Question

Jill is confused about the difference between a Standard Term and a Material Term in a Tenancy Agreement. In particular she wonders about the inclusion of a term that disallows smoking in the rental unit. Which of the following is TRUE?

This is a Standard Term and a breach is grounds for ending tenancy.

This is a Standard Term and a breach is not grounds for ending tenancy.

This is a Material Term and a breach is not grounds for ending tenancy.

This is a Material Term and a breach is significant enough to end the tenancy.

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Question 4 of 8

4. Question

Jill used to have a tenant with whom she was old friends. A tenancy agreement is:

Unnecessary if they have a good relationship.

Unnecessary as long as they have discussed expectations.

Necessary since a written agreement makes things clear to both parties.

Necessary since having a written agreement is required by law.

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Question 5 of 8

5. Question

Jill presents to you the following scenario that she is unsure of how to handle: ‘A prospective tenant offers to give the landlord a deposit immediately if they will accept them as a tenant right away. The landlord feels good about the applicant; however, has not completed his checks on all the prospective tenants’. Jill is wondering what you would recommend be done in this situation.

Accept the money from the tenant, but return it if the checks for this tenant are unfavourable.

Inform the tenant that if they pay double the deposit right away than you would approve their application.

Inform the tenant that at this point you can only accept a post-dated cheque.

Inform the tenant that you will only require a deposit once you have done all necessary checks, approved the application, and the appropriate agreement has been signed.

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Question 6 of 8

6. Question

Jill wonders if a Rental Unit Condition Report only needs to occur at the beginning of tenancy. She asks you to clarify. A condition inspection must occur (select all that apply):

Before the tenant moves in.

At the end of a tenancy.

In the presence of the tenant.

Using a Rental Unit Condition Report that complies with regulations.

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Question 7 of 8

7. Question

Jill asks you to describe the best process for scheduling and completing a Rental Unit Condition Report form. You tell her…

Hand over the keys to the tenant, allow the tenant to move in their belongings, then do a detailed inspection verbally.

Allow the tenant to move in their belongings, do a detailed condition inspection using an appropriate form, then hand over the keys to the tenant.

Do an inspection with the tenant by taking numerous photos that thoroughly document the state of the unit at move in. Be sure to date stamp the photos.

Do the Rental Unit Condition Report form with the tenant, complete the form (include signatures of landlord and tenant), hand over the keys to the rental unit once the report is complete.

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Question 8 of 8

8. Question

Jill is curious about who gets a copy of the Rental Unit Condition Report form. Which of the following statements is/are TRUE? (select all that apply)

The tenant must get a copy of the Rental Unit Condition Report form.

The tenant should receive a copy of the Rental Unit Condition Report form within seven (7) days of its initial completion.

The landlord must retain all copies of the Rental Unit Condition Report form.

The landlord should email a copy of the Rental Unit Condition Report form to tenant after thirty days.

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