My RRSP sucks. In fact it has been sucking for a long time. I can`t believe I let the government tax credit hypnotized me into investing that way.... if you are feeling this way too, then I might have something that will cheer you up!! Myself, along with a few other REIN members, have decided...

Great job, Drew!! Thanks for all the hard work that you do to keep us ultra-informed. Kim

Barry, out of all the lawyers I know you are the most down-to-earth and easiest to talk to!! I am happy for you and your Belize and hope that you and Donna have a great three months - whoo hoo!! Wish it were me See you when you get back, Kim

HI everyone, I am looking for a plumber or general contractor in Grande Prairie to install a washer/dryer in an upstairs unit. I also need a bit of electrical to set it up and some drywalling. This is my first reno, so wish me luck!! Thanks, Kim

Regarding the changing fixed to variable rate - I have a great banker at Scotiabank that totally gets real estate investing and she was able to change my one fixed rate to variable and didn`t charge me any fees or penalties... it`s definitely about relationships!!! Kim

Hey all you mortgage calculator geeks, I use the Credit Union Central Alberta site for my mortgage calculations - it is to the penny!!! (I have compared to many mortgage payment schedules from the banks). Here is the link: http://www.albertacreditunions.com/public/...sp?cid=44-46-77 Cheers! Kim

Looking for a JV partner for a property I am currently negotiating in Grande Prairie, Alberta: House - 3 bedroom up, 1 bedroom down Rent - $1600-1700 upstairs, $800-900 downstairs Purchase price - $260,000 Down payment + closing costs + small renos required - $ 60,000 investment Thanks for...

Wow! Amazing story! Congratulations on your success. Kim

I love talking and networking with the people that attend Quickstarts - it is so amazing the amount of positive energy that can fill such a small area, makes you feel like you can do anything!! Motivates me to do more and be better at whatever I do. Kim

You can call or email me anytime if you have bookkeeping questions, I don`t do taxes but can help you with the rest. Kim

You could also give a call to Lynda Hynes at Royal LePage - she is also a REIN member and has been an amazing help to me. Her phone numbers are: 780-832-5811 cell, or 780-513-3555 office. Kim

My first investment property was a JV where I put up the money. Decide first - what can you afford? Then go back to your potential partner, let them know what you are comfortable with, then decide on what would be fair for both of you. Make sure that when all is said and done that you will be...

Hi Brett, If you need help with marketing your website, once it looks all fancy, contact Keith Kidwell to review your website and make it #1 on Google... www.netsurfmarketing.com He is also familiar with real estate investing and has a client in the US that has a website on real estate...

Thanks Drew!! I am looking to do more "shopping" in GP this spring! Kim

I just had to put my two cents into this since my father is an appraiser and has been for many years. Yes, an appraisal is an OPINION on market value considering many factors. All CERTIFIED appraisers have to take courses and pass tests in order to get their CRA designation. Having said that...

Thanks for your posting, Drew. You have done a great job at research!! Kim

Hey, just wanted to say that the REIN team did another amazing job at the Quickstart in Vancouver - you guys kicked butt and we are all grateful at the amount of work and effort you all put into it. Thanks again for all the research you present, keep up the good work! Kim PS - hope everyone...

Hey John, I claimed all my "non-property specific" expenses on the business summary form T2124 as a business with no income and then REIN fees would be entered in "memberships 8760". All the expenses specific to a property were on the rental summary forms. That was last year and CRA didn`t...

Read Don`s book, read Don`s book, read Don`s book, read Don`s book, read Don`s book, read Don`s book... That`s all you need to do for a great start. B) Kim

The only reason I signed up on facebook is for the networking/marketing opportunity. Kim