How it works
From first call to cash flow.
Exactly what happens when you hand a property to DF — whether it's vacant, newly built, or already tenanted.
For a vacant or new property
- Call and walkthrough. We visit, note condition, and gather what we need: keys, appliance details, utility accounts, condo rules if applicable.
- Rental analysis and proposal. A realistic rent range based on current comparables, a short make-ready list, and our proposal with every fee in writing.
- Agreement and onboarding. You sign the management agreement and set your repair approval limit and payout details.
- Make-ready and marketing. Repairs and refresh, professional photos, listing, showings.
- Screening and lease. Thorough, Code-compliant screening. You approve. Ontario Standard Lease signed, deposits collected.
- Move-in. Photo-documented inspection, keys, utilities and rent payments set up.
- Ongoing management. Rent, repairs, inspections, renewals and a monthly statement.
For a property that already has tenants
- Review. We review the current lease, rent history, deposits held and any open issues.
- Introduction. Tenants receive written notice of the change in management, with new payment instructions and how to request repairs.
- Inspection. With proper notice, we document the current condition of the unit.
- Business as usual. From the next rent date, everything runs through us.
What you'll do
Approve the tenant, approve repairs above your limit, and read your statement. That's it.
Free proposal
Hand us the keys.
Tell us about your property. We'll walk it, price it, and send a plain-language proposal — no obligation.