QUOTE (tracy @ Nov 27 2007, 04:15 PM) Hi Everyone, Just contemplating whether now would be a good time to sell a condo I purchased a few years back in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver or if I should hold until closer to the Games. The rent on the unit covers all expenses (plus about $100.00)...

QUOTE (asparagus @ Nov 24 2007, 03:38 PM) I have just joined the REIN group and I`m very excited to begin purchasing some real estate. I attended the last Quick Start program and have got my personal Belize started and have also put most of the documents in my Binder for the bank. I have also...

QUOTE (kanabel @ Nov 23 2007, 05:24 AM) Hello, everyone! Would like to know what`s your experiences and thoughts on owning property few thousand km from where you live. Did it cause you any additional hardship/expenses or it`s only a matter of quality property management company that you hire...

HI Chad: I`m not familiar with Wade et al, however we use Glen Cowan`s office out of Edmonton quite extensively and have had excellent results. I`ve just been introduced to CAP. Bonnie Merserault (REIN member, you can search her through this forum) has used CAP and has been quite happy with...

Wow, 30k to payout a mortgage that is huge. Sounds like a HELOC is the way to go...however, get some advice from an expert in the field such as Peter Kinch`s Canadian Mortgage Team...try www.peterkinch.com Good luck! Mike

I`m not familiar with the complex, however, some cracking and settling is completely normal so it is important not to blow it out of proportion. Are you buying from a developer or is this a condominium conversion? If so, they may have an engineer`s report on file. Ask for a copy. Good luck Mike

QUOTE (TackSez @ Nov 20 2007, 04:41 PM) Hey hello I just signed up to the forums and am really hoping to make some money in the real estate market. I would love to join forces with someone in investing. SInce two paycheques are better than one. I would also like to organize a Toronto Meetup...

Hi Greg: To me, REIN offers an incredible amount of value; field trips, research, meetings, the list goes on! My business partner and I had previously been members of a similar group. Once we joined REIN, the choice between the two was clear. We found that the quality of presentations in...

QUOTE (talno @ Nov 19 2007, 03:28 PM) Hello, Last February I bought two townhouses in Prince George, BC (Westwood area). Units evaluation is now up 28%! there has been a positif impact from nearby commercial development and I am considering my options: selling this summer or holding until after...

QUOTE (DonCampbell @ Nov 13 2007, 02:25 PM) Hi, Welcome aboard. There are a few Members who have ventured into the Quebec market (despite the unbalanced landlord & tenant laws). I recommend that you take out the Property Goldmine ScoreCard and do some due diligence on the area you are...

We used to allow pet rentals but have completely abandoned it. We found there was simply too much wear and tear...one contractor brought in a blue light to show hidden cat urine stains...it was totally gross and on what had been brand new carpet! That was the end of our `pets allowed with...

Hi Pedro: There is another thread on the Red Deer market...try searching Red Deer. As for specific sales numbers, you should be able to get them from the local real estate board or a realtor. Good luck! Here`s one link that will help you: Red Deer Thread Mike

You will need the applicant`s written authorisation to check their credit... Check out www.tenantverification.com This is a great resource and is full of excellent tips. Good luck Mike

QUOTE (thejules @ Nov 11 2007, 09:33 AM) This time makes me want to invest more into our own markets. I am even looking at markets north of here. I am looking at properties that have a much high cash on cash yeild........Jules Patience is the key on this one. I think we are only seeing the...

HI Stephen: In the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, try http://classified.van.net/ This is the classifieds for most of the LM/FV local papers. Craigslist, College Housing offices etc., are also very good resouces. Good luck! Mike

HI Henry There are some discussions on the Vendor Take Back already in the Ask an Expert discussion area that will answer most of your questions. The bottom line is that everything is negotiable! When we offer VTBs we typically charge 7%, however, I know other investors that charge second...

HI Grant: This is one of those things ... just like insurance. We all cringe about the payments, however, we are really glad that it`s there when you need it. We insist that all of our contractors etc., carry WCB and they are required to show compliance before they being any work. We also...

Why Red Deer? -Red Deer is at the centre of one of the hottest economic regions in the world! -Access to 2 million people within a 90 minute drive -Second largest oil reserves in the world and in a politically stable environment -Vacancy Rate: "I`d eve say it is close to zero" David Kennedy...

Hi Brett: I have some info incorporated into some marketing materials. If you send me your email address I can forward to you. Mike

Hi Folks: My father is an aspiring real estate investor who has attended quickstart etc., and is very active in his retirement. We are looking for someone that can come in and help him keep track of his files, prioritise and ensure a smooth paper flow. This would be on a weekly or twice weekly...