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    Let`s Share RE Business iPad/iPhone Apps

    I've tried several styluses and I like the ones with a relatively firm rubber tip. I bought a targus case for my iPad2 that actually has business card holders and a place to keep my stylus, so it's always there. With the set up, after you get used to using it, you can basically toss out a...
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    Realtor in Fort St. John?

    Hi Jackie; I see your post is a couple years old, but are you still looking for a local Realtor?
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    just closed my 11 suiter Edmonton!

    Congratulations Margaret! Sounds like you really stepped outside the box on this one, well done! Having a great team around you really is invaluable, isn't it?
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    Let`s Share RE Business iPad/iPhone Apps

    I almost forgot - the Property Management software I use - Buildium - can be fully utilized on the iPad via 3G connection, so you take your full office with you wherever you go. It's great!
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    Let`s Share RE Business iPad/iPhone Apps

    Hey All; I love iPads in the real estate business - it's an absolute game changer. I'll show some of the apps I have been using steady as well. 1. Dropbox - excellent for all your leases, property ads, receipts and all other information. With a 3G connection, you have full access to all...
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    Smart Phone Apps

    For the Iphone, I really like Property Evaluator - I can send property details directly to clients and partners on the fly. Property Manager is great for keeping track of properties, tenants, and issuing work orders to my handyman. Vlingo is excellent for text messaging and emailing in your...
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    Rent arrears - Tenants did an overnight move

    This has happened a couple of times to me as well over the years - the system is not your friend in this case. In BC, the RTO says that if you can`t get your tenant`s forwarding address to send them notifications of hearings, then you are out of luck. And of course, how many tenants will tell...
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    Buying down the rate

    Which banks are open to this and when does this make sense? I`ve got a mortgage at 5.2% fixed maturing next October with RBC I should try this on. Most everything else is at either prime -.9% or prime -.5% This is a great thread..I didn`t know you could call banks and buy down the rate like...
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    How far should I bend?

    Hi Paul; I think you`ve gotten lucky - I`ve had several instances where this has occured and the tenants don`t agree to replace the whole floor because a small portion was destroyed. It`s happened to me where they said it`s not their fault the flooring was discontinued, etc, etc. So if they...
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    Do many of you provide a washer and dryer

    Definately include a washer and dryer. In my mind, it is false economy to believe you will have a savings in today`s market by not including basic appliances. You want the largest pool to tenants to draw from and once they are there, you need to keep them happy. If you think that a washer and...
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    My Shut Up deal

    Great job Jim! I missed the Quick Turn events, but after reading that letter, I am impressed. Good for you Sir!
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    Ron`s Renovation Checklist Prices - Are the rates realistic?

    These prices are low - but not that far off reality if you are working to keep costs down. Personally, I have a full time `handyman` as one of the main players in my team. He runs his own sub contracting business, and charges out at $30/hr, whereby he includes his own WCB, vehicle, fuel, tools...
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    Whyt are real estate individual self-obsessed?

    Good question! I always asked myself that too before becoming a Realtor. This needs to be done to bring about `top of mind awareness`, where you become recognizable. You give your potential clients a chance to see that you are more than `just a salesperson`. Before I started adding my pictures...
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    Top 10 BC Investment Towns

    Hi All; Just a quick update - Dawson Creek now has great Property Management in Cascade Realty. They are managing about 10 units for me in Dawson Creek, as well as several properties that I have helped REIN members purchase. Very personable service, and a definate thumbs up. In Fort St. John...
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    Equifax vs Transunion report?

    I have been using TransUnion lately. Be aware that often times some loans will show up on one credit bureau and not on another! This has happened several times to me, and I didn`t know this occured. Also - different lending institutions will check different credit bureaus. I would reccomend...
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    My first sale

    Congratulations Ed! It`s nice to actually cash in a property and get the `cheque` isn`t it? Good for you!
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    Please assess this deal

    Hello; This is a deal I would look a little closer at. The numbers only give a part of the deal..you need to ask the following questions; 1. Is this a `legal, conforming` property, or is there additional risks there? If a suite got shut down, how would that look like on the cash flow side? 2...
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    Bathroom Ceiling Fan

    I totally agree with Adam; We do this with all our units. Also - try to get a fan that will engage at various times of the day on it`s own. Further to this, ensure that your kitchen hood fan is vented outside, and I am even putting in higher powered fans to draw out more moisture as we`ve had...
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    Got my Bronze Pin Whooo Hoooo

    Congratulations Tom! Best of luck to you, and I`m sure you`ll carry on and earn more pins. Warm Regards;
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