Aside from your regular rent payments, there could be other ongoing expenses that may or may not be included as part of your tenancy agreement. Here are some common examples:
- utilities, such as electricity and heating;
- TV and internet;
- coin-operated laundry;
- a fee for a storage unit;
- a new or more expensive transit pass;
- a parking fee or permit; and
- tenant insurance.
In addition to those ongoing expenses, you may also have to pay some one-time expenses at the start of your tenancy. Here are some common examples:
- a security deposit;
- a pet damage deposit;
- deposits to utility or telecommunication companies;
- installation or activation fees to utility or telecommunication companies;
- a moving truck;
- boxes and supplies to pack your belongings;
- new appliances, such as a microwave, barbeque, and TV; and
- new furniture, such as a bed, couch, and dresser.
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