That is all great advice. Thank you for the pointers. I have a Nikon D70S, now i just need to get a wide angle lens. QUOTE (BenSanderson @ Nov 8 2010, 01:55 PM) I`ll second the tripod advice. Tripods can be bought for cheap and will make a huge difference in the clarity of your shots...

I am sure we have all seen rental ads with horrible pictures. Every time I take pictures of my properties, I am disappointed with the quality of the photos as they do not do the property justice. This is especially true when photographing a small bathroom, empty bedroom or dimly lit living room...

Hi Brian, Can your show be downloaded as a podcast or watched streaming online? I can not find it anywhere. QUOTE (BrianPersaud @ Nov 2 2010, 07:27 AM) Hi Folks, Tomorrow the Star from HGTV`s Hit show Scott McGillivray will be on. What are some of your burning questions to ask him. I`ll...

Thank you for your help. QUOTE (bizaro86 @ Oct 5 2010, 07:44 AM) Hello, You can access information about CMHC insurance for multi-unit properties here. It`s recommended to allow you to access a more competitive interest rate. http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/hoficlincl/m...-Purchase_E.pdf I...

I appreciate this very deep and complicated debate but I would like to bring the topic back to the original questions and get some clarification on some other questions I have. I have a couple elementary questions: Is there a minimum down payment required on a multifamily building? If so...

I have an investor that is interested in investing $150,000.00 with my on a JV. I currently own in Chilliwack and Red Deer and would prefer to stay in these areas as it is what I understand. They need as much cash flow as possible. Should we buy multifamily (4-8 plex), buy a house or...

That is very interesting. I decided not to invest with Platinum and am now very happy with my decision. Purchasing on my own was a great move, in hindsight.

QUOTE (lihipr @ Jul 31 2010, 11:49 PM) As for property management company: they usually charge between 5%-6% 5%-6%???? Where is this?

A friend of mine is looking for a studio or one bedroom suite in Vancouvers west end, broadway, commercial drive or kits. He is a great tenant with a solid job with BC Assesments (govt). Let me know if you are in need of a tenant in these areas.

I think it would be very helpful to have a "trip advisor" type system that would allow REIN Members to post companies that they have dealt with and rate them based on a number of factors. This would allow each member to view realtors, property managers, contractors, brokers etc etc in order to...

The following is a link and abstract of a paper written about the potential of a housing bubble in Canada. Please read and comment. The cause of the housing bubble associated with the sharp run-up and the subsequent drop in home prices in the US over the period of 1999-2008 has been the...

Sounds very good to me. QUOTE (aiden1983 @ Mar 18 2010, 01:21 PM) I was just wondering if a 3.69% 5 yr fixed is a good rate or not? Seems good compared to posted but wondering what you guys think. Also a prime -.4 is on offer for variable is what you guys are seeing too?

I work in a high-end resort and we use carpet tiles in our food and beverage outlets. They look great, however I would not use them in a rental property unless you can get tiles with a high pile. Most of the carpet tiles that I have seen are low pile and would be uncomfortable in a suite...

Thank you very much for your guidence. QUOTE (dleischner @ Mar 18 2010, 07:46 AM) I guess you need her contact info; 403-872-3350 [email protected]

My first Purchase was in Red Deer, single family home in 2007. I paid for half of the down payment and my partner paid for the other half. The challenges have been that we had a one tenant that didnt pay and took off, lost $900.00 or so. Next couple tenents didnt stay for very long which caused...

Nice Work,great to hear how you turned it around with your creativity!!!! QUOTE (JoeRagona @ Mar 14 2010, 07:57 PM) Thanks guys...it means a lot when responses like this come through. Maybe I DO know what I`m doing

Hi, I am looking for reccomendations for a REIN Realtor or investment focused and knowledgable realtor in Red Deer. I am interested in purchasing a multifamily property. If you have any leads on a 4-8 plex, that would also be much appreciated.

Mark Andersen with Remax in Chilliwack will be a great connection for you. His contact info is as following. He is not a REIN member but is very familier with investment real estate adn I have used him in several transactions. RE/MAX Nyda Realty Inc.[/color] Unit #1-7300 Vedder Road...

I have not invested with Fast Track, but have been to a couple events in 2008. From what I recal, it seemed sketchy and I have read that there have been some major issues with some of the investments. QUOTE (Cargren @ Mar 15 2010, 11:19 AM) I invested in a non-real estate opportunity promoted...

QUOTE (KimFranz @ Mar 5 2010, 03:42 PM) As posted earlier - "As a Vancouverite, one thing stood out far and above the others. It was not the athletes, it was not the all the addition venues, it was not the money spent. The most astonishing thing that happened was how we as Canadians, a humble...