The report recommended the creation of new social enterprise landlord with a leasehold interest in housing executive stock, a new strategic housing authority which would own and control the stock, and an independent housing regulator responsible for rent setting.

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In New Brunswick, the rent control board is responsible for setting the maximum annual rent increase, within the constraint of 2.5% to 5.5%, based on economic conditions.

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The Church charges the ordinance workers below-market-value rent as a means of off-setting the operating expenses of the complex.

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Parents should be firm with their kids, say advisers, by making them pay for rent and other expenses if possible, setting a limit for how long they are allowed to stay, and avoiding the temptation to offer extra financial help, like loans.

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In the quarters ahead, the stage is setting for a continuing rise in occupancy rates and perhaps the early signs of long-awaited rent increases.

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