Yes, there are fees when completing a commercial transaction. It`s part of doing business in the commercial real estate world. QUOTE (Canadian2020 @ Feb 22 2010, 06:10 PM) Hi All, I am a regular reader of this forum for the past couple of years and about to buy my first Multi-unit...

QUOTE (wilsonmj123 @ Oct 18 2009, 07:57 PM) Anyone know of a Mortgage Broker in Surrey, BC that operates using the 1.1% rule? I can find new properties that fit my system but need a mortgage broker that will work with me and not look at my debt service ratio (i`m tapped out). Thanks Hi Wilson...

QUOTE (keith1 @ Oct 12 2009, 02:22 PM) Is it possible to get an investment property for 5% down plus CMHC fees or is that exclusive to primary residences? Yes, you can buy income properties using CMHC mortgage insurance. It`ll be dependent on a number of factors including your debt servicing...

QUOTE (jamurphy @ Sep 24 2009, 11:24 AM) Hey - Ive just head that you can pick up prime+0.2 on a closed VRM (with Scotia) Anyone hear anything better? CIBC is currently offering Prime + 0.10%.

QUOTE (cailmoney @ Sep 4 2009, 10:04 AM) Hi, this is my first post here and I was just looking for some information on turning a duplex(that used to be a triplex) back into a triplex. I`m 19 years old and I am looking at my first investment property and came across a duplex that used to be a...

QUOTE (jkcomm @ Sep 3 2009, 11:14 AM) Hi everyone, Looking for good realtors in Saskatoon & Regina that specializes in RE investments and/or understands the REIN system... Recommendations please! Thanks, James I have a couple of people that have worked directly with Marla Janzen at Century...

QUOTE (ColinAustin @ Aug 18 2009, 11:07 AM) Hey guys, Just browsing through the forum and have yet to come across any referrals for mortgage specialists who specialize in working with investors. If you`re out there and reading this pls send me your email/number! I`m looking to refinance a...

QUOTE (RodneyPayne @ Jul 7 2009, 09:46 AM) Hello all: I recently signed up as a member of the forum and I intend to purchase some investment properties over the next few years. I am currently evaluating properties using the system and tips in Don`s books (thanks, Don). I`m originally from...

QUOTE (RedlineBrett @ Jul 6 2009, 12:19 PM) I have a very well qualified client that is about to waive his financing condition however we have been told by the underwriter of the lender he is using that CMHC requires an appraisal - one which can take 5-10 business days to turn around. This...

QUOTE (JoefromTO @ Jun 5 2009, 11:17 AM) I have been looking at listings in Brampton and have a hard time believing its good to invest there. I understand why its on one of the top ten list with all the fundamentals that support the area, but when I look at property prices and what I can...

QUOTE (moneyismyservant @ Jun 4 2009, 09:07 AM) I am thinking of purchasing a freehold townhouse, brand new with 7 year warrenty...all the bells and whistles in a neighbourhood that is re-establishing itself. Ocean View. (in the halifax area) There are 2 other units reanting for $1400 and...

Try http://www.tenantverification.com/?site=CAN

QUOTE (Ian @ Apr 21 2009, 01:10 PM) I received my usual monthly statement from my PM company. There was an expense to unplug a bathroom sink. Isn`t this something that the tenant should be paying rather than the owner since, presumably, the tenant caused the plug/blockage in the first place...

The added funds might put you in a position to buy more than one property. This could lead to greater returns over the long run.

If you`re looking for realtors with a love for real estate that have recently completed the new REIN Acre program, try Ariane Benjamin and Mike Kennedy. www.vancouvertownhouse.ca Direct: 604.779.3711

QUOTE (Goodstuff @ Apr 16 2009, 06:44 PM) This graph shows the present affordability of a Calgary home based on three criteria: House prices Wages Interest rates As you can see, things are very cheap right now. http://calgaryrealestatemarketblog.files.w..._in_calgary.png Don`t buy into the...

Hi Guys, My friend was wondering if there is anyone had recommendations on Saskatoon property managers.

QUOTE (MitchCollins @ Mar 9 2009, 12:55 PM) Wow..I wonder if Fort St. John and Dawson Creek didn`t top the list due to lack of good PM companies? I would assume it`s quite difficult to find real cash flow in areas other than Northern BC - I`m interested to see the study. Anyone that was there...

QUOTE (devc @ Feb 28 2009, 04:42 PM) Hey all, I`m bringing this one out of the woodworks! Does anyone know if this still holds true? Can anyone recommend a property management company there that they have had success with in the Fort St. John/Dawson Creek area? Are there any recommended...

QUOTE (selewis @ Feb 20 2009, 12:05 PM) Hey all. We just ran into our first refusal by CMHC. We currently own 10 income properties (all duplexes, triplexes, or fourplexes), plus our personal residence. For the first time, even though the lender we normally use was positive toward the deal...