Some startups begin in a #garage , This one started with an eviction notice—and a tenant who refused to pay rent.

Our Guest on this powerful Episode of The 7th Voice Podcast? Meet Weiting Bollu, co-founder and CEO of OpenRoom, a platform designed to protect Canadian landlords and tenants by publishing public tribunal decisions. What began as a personal crisis turned into a national solution.

From navigating difficult eviction cases to exposing the challenges of unpaid rent and tenant screening, this conversation dives deep into the realities of renting in Ontario and beyond. Learn how Open Room uses public court data to bring transparency, protect landlords from bad tenants, and empower renters to make informed choices. With over 56% of eviction applications due to non-payment of rent, the Canadian rental market faces serious challenges—and Open Room is at the forefront of solving them.

𝑻𝑰𝑴𝑬𝑺𝑻𝑨𝑴𝑷𝑺 00:00 - Podcast Intro & Teaser 02:05 - Challenges landlords face in Ontario’s rental market 03:04 - The impact of unpaid rent & long eviction timelines 05:02 - Legal complexities & navigating the Landlord and Tenant Board 08:24 - How Open Room helps both landlords & tenants 09:52 - Real cases of forged documents & tenant fraud 11:18 - Personal reflections on immigrant life & housing struggles 15:32 - What government can do to protect landlords better 16:01 - Data on eviction wait times & unpaid rent statistics 27:24 - Top tips for first-time landlords & tenant screening 34:59 - Open Room’s vision & future plans for transparency 38:21 - Education & resources offered by Open Room 40:29 - Final thoughts & gratitude for community support

Whether you’re a landlord looking to avoid costly mistakes, a tenant wanting to understand your rights, or an investor navigating Canada’s rental market, this video offers critical tips and free resources to help you succeed.

🔗 Useful Links: • Follow OpenRoom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openroomhq/ • Check out OpenRoom Website: https://openroom.ca/

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