QUOTE (gwasser @ Jul 21 2010, 02:05 PM) You`re just beating around the bush. Why don`t you ask a realtor to do a CMA for you. If you like the price sell; if not don`t sell. Trying to speculate on appreciation with a potential forced sale is not smart. Not sure what you mean just beating around...

QUOTE (DaveRhydderch @ Jul 20 2010, 01:44 PM) Appreciation with respect to house prices? What neighbourhood is it in? Inner city in Calgary comprises a lot of area these days.... Neighbourhood: Killarney, close to many bus stops, close to public swimming pool. excellent location. 15 minutes...

Hi Folks: I know that you dont have a crystal ball, but I know you guys are well informed. I need to do some planning, and as it turns out, I will be needing to sell my property in the next 3 years in Calgary. (Circumstances beyond my control). It is a single family, 1.5 story house...

Is there anyone in the REIN group that has purchased property in Costa Rica ? Condo, small house? I would like to talk to you about Costa Rica and strengths/pitfalls of buying there areas to look at etc. I am gathering information for my aunt and she is travelling there to have a look. This...

Thank you everyone for your insight. I should have been more specific. I am aware my time frame should be five years or longer. I purchased my home in 2004. My game plan has always been to move out of Calgary eventually and I am coming closer to that time frame now (2-3 years out). My house...

Rein Members: What are the predictions over the next 3 years for the Calgary housing market. My advisor is indicating we may see more than a 30-40% drop in housing price over the next three years. My advisor sells shares and NOT houses, so I turn to you guys, the experts for your advice. I...

Thanks Thomas This is a property for myself to move into two to three years from now. I dont think I will be able to afford a condo in Vancouver 2-3 years from now. I will used it as a pier de terre in between that time. I might consider renting it out for two years before I move, BUT not...

Any predictions for the Vancouver condo market for 2010 and 2011? I am looking to purchase a condo one bedroom in either North Vancouver or West End ($300,000 range) for myself with plans to move into it two-three years from now. What are REIN predictions for best possible time for me to buy?

Anyone know a reliable, affordable company in Calgary that does snow removal. I need responses asap. Sincerely and thanks

Anyone have the name of a good Realtor in Nanaimo?

Question: I saw a beautiful property that I am very interested in buying for myself on the water on Vancouver Island. After some research I found that the government owns the land it is on (a 30 year lease (26 years remaining). I have never dealt with Leases and my gut is to run from this...

Thanks Thomas: I will pass this on to her. I directed her towards North Van. I lived in Vancouver and told her probably best to jump NOW as prices always seem on the rise there. QUOTE (thomasbeyer2000 @ Sep 26 2009, 06:33 PM) do a search on www.mls.ca .. likely NOT MUCH in downtown, West...

Hi Folks My friend is moving to Vancouver and is thinking of buying a studio or one bedroom condo. She is not familiar with the market and has been wondering if she should buy now or wait. She is hearing stories that the Vancouver condo market is overheated and hears about a possible drop in...

Hello I am ususally unable to attend the conferences that REIN holds. To the point, what is REIN thinking about the future of Calgary real estate market over the next few years? Is there a best buying or selling time between now until 2015? I have a small inner city character house, I...

I am in the middle of selling my property in Calgary and moving to Victoria BC. Does anyone know of a good, reliable, very affordable mover that you can recommend? Also, what method would you use to transfer valuable goods from one deposit box to another in another city? Obviously movers are...

Hi Folks: I know your focus is on landlording and rental properties but I need your advise and ideas. My ultimate goal is to live on Vancouver Island, preferably Victoria area within the next 2-3 years. My dream home is a small 500-600 sq foot cabin/cottage style place. My money is limited...

I do not know if you dealt with this matter yet but the cheaper solution is to call city by-law. Trust me. I have dealt with this before. It is against the by-laws to allow a dog off-leash. It is against the by-laws to allow a dog to deficate and not clean it up. If you actually witness...

Can anyone recommend a reliable, reasonably priced roofer in Calgary? I am trying to find someone trustworthy, bonded, insured etc. So far I am not impressed with what I am coming across.

Did anyone read about Harry Dent`s talks to CTV. He made some interesting comments about what the next 5 years holds for this country. Bottom line, sell everything in 2009.