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    Canadian Dollar vs US Dollar

    Well, here it goes. In my opinion, I think we are heading towards par and will reach it within the next 12 months and here is why. Canada has the 3 F’s – Food, Fuel, Fertilizer. Who needs it the most – China. What does China have – a surplus of money. Why? Because they have been manufacturing...
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    Supreme Court `Smith Manoeuvre` ruling

    It all comes down to the intent or purpose of what you are doing! Were the Lipsons looking to make money or were they looking to avoid paying taxes?
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    real estate graph

    After Goggling Robert J Schiller`s I found some info. Historical housing market data showing home prices, population, building costs an interest rates since 1890 are available for download and are updated quarterly in Excel format. Here is the link: US Housing Data Why is it sooo easy to...
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    Wolf in Sheep`s Clothing - Newbie experience

    One online website I found is Handy Canadian where you can search for local contractors in Canada specific to your project. A very useful site with loads of info, tips, and checklists. These checklists include Contractor Selection Checklist, Contractor Reference Checklist and Contractor Content...
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    L.R.T stations in Waterloo region

    Try this link to the Waterloo regional website for updates and maps to the LRT Waterloo Regional LRT
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    Beginner to Real Estate investing

    Monty604, Good for you to set some goals, however i recommend a change of mindset to something more focused and positive from "I want to" or " I would like to" to something like " I will accomplish ....... by this date." Secondly start with the end in mind and work backwards to find what you...
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    Unique and difficult dilemma regarding a tenant..

    Look into this a little deeper - maybe your tenant wants a lower rent in exchange for some duties and feels that they deserve the discount. Consider having two agreements in place - one for the tenancy and the other for maintenance. The tenant must pay his rent and only if the work is complete...
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    Investing in Kitchener-Waterloo Real Estate

    BMO report - Canada`s Technology Triangle February 2008, Waterloo Region and Guelph: Short Term Pain, Long Term Gains. A pdf report BMO Report - Waterloo Region and Guelph: Short Term Pain, Long Term Gains URL http://www.bmonesbittburns.com/economics/r...212/ctt0802.pdf
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    Kjiji Advertising

    Hi Jeremy, Although I never experienced what you are experiencing I tried to see if i have the same problem. My end seems to be working fine. Some points to keep in mind: MAX of 4 pictures with a total of no more than 4MB. I usually post using JPEG`s. It keeps the file size small and hence...
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    Sale of rent to own

    Take a look at this post - Russell sums it up pretty well. http://myreinspace.com/rein_members_only/Members-Only_Discussion/81-937-Should_I_rent_out_or_Lease_Option.html
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    Tom Tom GPS Device Model #er

    Just in addition to the above post - there is a 2120 version coming out with a price point of $300. It does not include the Live traffic reporting and the Ratings and review features but they can been purchased for $140. All three only available thru future shop.
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    Tom Tom GPS Device Model #er

    Found one that does the mileage logging in excel format and Future shop has just got them in. The Navigon 7100 and 5100 and a new 2100 (US availabilty so far). The differences between the 7100 series has bluetooth connectivity and a larger screen. A 4.3" compared to a 3.5". They both provide...
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    Investing in Kitchener-Waterloo Real Estate

    CMHC KWC and Guelph Housing Market Report: http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/odpub/esub/6432...23_2007_B02.pdf QUOTE Sales Volume Flattens, while Prices Keep Rising A very good report!
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    Tenants from Hell Article

    Toronto Star - Tenants from Hell Article QUOTE Lots of new condos mean there are lots of investors getting into renting, and many of those are learning the hard way that being a landlord is not easy money Oct 20, 2007 04:30 AM Amy Brown-Bowers Special to the Star For Trevor Moo, it seemed like...
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    New Properties in Kitchener

    I believe that was Randy on 40 new townhomes - 416-656-0036
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