Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 1 Exam Practice

What is required for a tenant to get a receipt for their rent payments?

1. Make a verbal request

2. Submit a written request

3. Take no action, as it is automatically provided

4. No receipt can be provided

5. Pay an additional fee

6. Make a complaint to the Landlord and Tenant Board

The correct answer is: Submit a written request

A written request is the correct procedure for a tenant to receive a receipt for their rent payments. This ensures there is a formal record of the request that can be referred back to if needed. A written request provides clarity and serves as proof that the tenant has asked for a receipt, which can be important for both tenant and landlord rights. While verbal requests may be possible, they can lead to misunderstandings or disputes, as there is no documentation of the request. Assuming a receipt is automatically provided may not reflect the actual practices of many landlords who may not offer receipts without a request. The possibility of needing to provide a payment to obtain a receipt is not typical in rental agreements, as this might violate tenant rights. Lastly, a complaint to the Landlord and Tenant Board should be considered a last resort, after other avenues have been explored, indicating that the issue at hand is not standard practice and does not address routine rent payment processes.