Thanks Joe. Yes, sometimes working with a Realtor isn`t all bad. I am located in Barrie and have the networking and fundamentals of Don`s teachings. Not only am I a real estate sales representative with RE/MAX, I am also an investor. Sometimes things don`t even hit the MLS but I know what you...

Quite frequently, I`ve been coming across people that need short term rentals, either furnished or unfurnished. I know it`s a particularly "niche" market but definitely some $ to be made if there`s demand but not a lot of "inventory". Anyway, does anyone here have one available or thinking...

Has no one ever filed a notice of increase above the guideline? (will open the instructions on PDF)I`m not saying it`s easy (because of the one-sidedness of Ontario Laws in favour of tenants).Application for above guideline increase 126. (1) A landlord may apply to the Board for an order...

I would recommend you become a REIN member as opposed to just sticking to one exclusive, limited resource or program. I would never knock a fellow women encouraging and "empowering women" but I love being a member here. It`s a whole network of people (as you can see by this Board alone) that...

Wow. Some great insight in this topic. As far as the "becoming a Realtor", that`s an additional business to whatever endeavor. Just being a Realtor does not make you an expert at Real Estate Investing. I happen to have knowledge because of my own personal experiences as an Investor/Landlord...

My first question would be "WHY"? I wouldn`t assume the reasons. I wouldn`t agree to any alterations of the Lease Agreement, if it were me. Definitely, as a couple, I would continue to make both of them responsible. It`s not your issue if tax implications but would be your issue if they stopped...

I agree that everything online is laid out but by taking a course, since specific to rights and obligations of landlords, a great course to take. I took as a Realtor as well and though I have many years of experience as a Landlord and Property Manager, I will never say I know everything. Things...

if it only has a few stains that could easily removed, why spare the expense? In my opinion, I agree with the other post, wait until the end of the carpet life, or just won`t come clean. I prefer laminate in rental units for aesthetic, cosmetic and cost. However, if not necessary, neutral colour...

Great work! Thanks so much for sharing and posting here for us.

QUOTE (investmart @ Oct 5 2009, 04:26 PM) Hi All, Any recommendation on a good reasonable roofer in Barrie? Thanks, Neil I had a guy do mine and some other clients roofs. His name is Rob of DNR Handyman. 717-2690

Rob Hilton of AG Secure http://www.agsecureproperty.com/ and Carrie Koch, Michelle & Tom of Ethical Property Management (REIN members as well) are whom I refer my clients to. http://www.epmgroup.ca/

QUOTE (OlegP @ Sep 2 2009, 11:21 PM) Hello Ontario landlords! Does anybody know what the law actually states in the case of a tenant wanting to move out 6 months into their 12-months lease, and serving me a 30 day notice. I see two violations : a) technically they owe me another 6 months of...

WOW...what a thread. Too bad all around for everyone. Tenants, you, business, etc. I`m curious about one of the questions addressed. Is it a condo or freehold? If this is a whole neighbourhood situation, can you start a "neighbourhood watch" sort of thing and gather witnesses, affidavits etc...

The seller has the obligation to keep the property in good repair and condition on how you viewed it. You`re in another province so not sure of the laws there but in Ontario, on our offers we write in having additional walkthru`s on the property prior to closing. I would definitely do this with...

congrats don`t be afraid to ask questions and analyze!

The people whom are names on the lease are financially obligated. I ask people this up front whom they want on the lease. At least if they ever default or something ever goes to small claims, legally you can file an Execution against both if that`s how everything was filed and you get the...

QUOTE (NorthernAlex @ Aug 4 2009, 03:34 PM) I spent yesterday 3h to count who and how many people were coming. I counted 18 (!) visitors, mostly in the age between 15 and 35 years. After the 3rd hour I waited until a minor came back out and met him in the hall way. I asked him quite rough how...

QUOTE (investmart @ Jul 21 2009, 09:51 AM) Thanks Shannon. You`re very welcome!

I think regardless of the location, it`s the networking and being able to share ideas with everyone from the novice investor to the experienced. A wide range of people to come to. I`ve seen many and been a part of a few. This one is not always trying to sell me something or any pyramid schemes...

QUOTE (RArora @ Jul 28 2009, 12:35 PM) Hi! Our original tenants are moving out and I need a blank OREO lease form (Ontario real estate board/organization) to have the new tenants fill in the form since they`re being assigned the same lease - since the terms have to be the same I guess I will...