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    Recommend an Insurance Broker in Calgary - Residential rentals/Home/Auto?

    I use Brent Baraniuk Insurance he is quite good. I have 5 properties in Calagry that they have got insurance for me. 209-20 Sunpark Plaza Se, Calgary AB, 403-244-0791 Tell him Kevin Redmond recommended him. Kevin Redmond
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    Illegal basement suite insurance coverage in Calgary

    I am pretty sure they can't make you remove the sink and plumbing. I thought they could just make you remove the stove. I would probably try to find out why you were reported to avoid another incident. Were the neighbors angry? Was it a disgruntled tenant? Parking issues? Poorly maintain...
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    Calgary Property Management. Who Sucks and Who Rocks?

    let`s keep this survey going we only have 5 votes on the poll. I am sure there must be more. Kevin Redmond
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    Help with deficincies

    I had the same frustration years ago. Most reputable builders should give you a full year for fixing deficiencies, I am not sure if that is true today. The main thing to do is to keep copies of all your correspondence and if they do do anything make sure it is done to your satisfaction. When...
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    Looking for Calgary contractor for basement renovation

    If you would like a second quote You can give Avoid Confusion a call, we are just completing a major reno on a property. It`s always good to get multiple quotes so you can make an informed decision. Give us a call 403-236-1494 Thanks, Kevin Redmond Avoid Confusion
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    My house buying web site

    My anti virus also detected the trojan horse I did not open the site.
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    St. John Newbrunswick

    I started investing In Saint John NB back in 2007. I have 6 individual properties, 4 apartment condos and 2 townhouses. Here is what I have experienced so far. 1. The properties I have purchased have increased by over 15% per year. I will probably not see that return next year as the economy has...
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    Weekend Round Robin Auction

    Great work Terry! Thanks for sharing all that great information. I was planning on trying this with one of my quick turn properties, when I get one. I will try this to maximize the interests and to move it quicker for the best price. I was also going to make this part of my business to help...
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    Quagmire of a quick turn

    Yes I am getting that sinking feeling, I may have to wait for this to show up as a foreclosure. There are other buses to catch. Kevin QUOTE (gkeary @ Nov 17 2009, 12:29 PM) I don`t know Kevin - sure seems like he gives new meaning to the term "suspect". I have also run into a few sellers...
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    Quagmire of a quick turn

    Here is the quagmire. My first quick turn is very intriguing listed for $309,000 handyman special! I saw the place today and that is an understatement, but that`s okay I can handle the rework and make it nice again. It is in a good neigbourhood so the potential is good, but it would have come...
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    Olympic prices in Vancouver

    QUOTE (Dan_Eisenhauer @ Jun 2 2009, 01:45 PM) Why would you think real estate prices would fluctuate because of a two week event? In a word, "No!" Makes sense thanks.
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    Olympic prices in Vancouver

    I am facing a possible temporary transfer (up to 2 years) to Vancouver from Calgary in the fall and I was thinking it might be an oppurtunity to purchase something in Vancouver for future rental. I was wondering if there has been any slight increase in prices due to the Olympics and whether it...
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    Rental property in Quebec

    I have been researching properties all over Canada and one province that keeps coming up with good price to rent ratio is Quebec. I know a lot of these places are depressed and probably not the best places to buy but some of them are doing well and have low vacancy rates and good employment. Are...
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    Affordability Amongst Provinces - Valuing Canadian Real Estate

    You should do this for the maritimes provinces also, I think you will find some more value.
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    Mobile homes

    I was just wondering if anyone has experence with the purchase and rental of mobile homes. Back when I was young and single I rented one, it was comfortable. I remember that the lot fee the owner was paying was almost as much as my rent, which I thought was to high. Are those lot fees still...
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