By habitamedia
Seniors

This is an informative article, worth a glance. In the Montreal area there are several quality condo projects that are designed to cater to the 55+ crowd that also provide rental options.

Quebec’s TAL (rental board) also provides more tenant protection than anywhere in the country. On the other hand, after independently living in their own home for decades, many people find the loss of ‘control’ through renting a disquieting experience.

The decision needs to be well explored; a wrong choice will be emotionally and financially costly.

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