QUOTE (PaulPoulsen @ Dec 20 2007, 12:15 AM) We own units in a couple of buildings that use the SmartCity system from Coinamatic. http://www.coinamatic.com/coinamatic_group...city/index.html Tenants get a refillable card that they use to do laundry. They also get a list of locations around the...

The surveyor that I have been using for small acreage sub divisions is getting ready to retire. I would appreciate any recommendations for surveyors servicing the Greater Edmonton area. I have found that the larger firms can`t respond within a reasonable time frame and usually charge more for...

Good question, Does anyone know if there is a card system in place? Such as a pay as you go plan etc. PIN #`s?

I believe that this is more of a character and relationship question rather than a money issue. I would ask the super what he or she thinks should be done. If the super takes responsibility for the loss of the money and is sincere in the repayment of the money than I would consider a...

What is the mls #. I have investments in Sturgeon County.

You should be able to get the info you need from the CMHC website. They released the fall report on Dec. 13. Hope that helps, Jeff

Your questions should be based on what your investment goals and priorities are for the property. Long term or short term hold. Cash flow. and don`t forget the donuts.

Non conforming, illegal, inlaw, nanny. They are all fine when a jurisdiction allows them to exist because of low vacancy rates or affordability(politics). However, if the zoning does not permit them to exist then 1 call from a disgruntled neighbour and they would be shutdown. The municipalities...

Hi Navaz, Thank you for sharing your expertise and insights with us. Jeff

Hi Bonnie, I can relate to usually hearing from the problems and not always getting the positive responses. I have no problem with you sending the story to Telus. Jeff

Hi Robert, Send me an email

Hi Robert, Dan`s comments are to be seriously considered. I know his plane stops in Edmonton quite often. My final comment is this: If I could find you a positive or break even cash flow property in the Edmonton area, would you be interested. Regards, Jeff

QUOTE (Merriora @ Dec 7 2007, 09:52 PM) I am actually looking in New Brunswick, specifically Saint John. I know from reading posts on this site that Alberta is the place to be, but unfortunately, it just isn`t feasible at this point. I live and own my house in Metro Vancouver and due to our...

For the pain in the a.. tenants Nothing says I care like a rental increase Letter with a gift card to Sears Carpet Cleaning!

Hi Merriora, Your kidding right? You want someone to predict the price of fuel oil in Atlantic Canada. Also, where in Atlantic Canada and why? Just curious. I invest in Alberta and I am from Moncton. That`s in New Brunswick. Jeff

QUOTE (RebeccaBryan @ Dec 7 2007, 07:08 PM) That`s a really neat story. I agree with Mike, you should send it to Telus. I wonder what they would do with a story like that? Hi Rebecca, Don Campbell said the same thing in Aug. as you and Mike. Perhaps I should send it to Telus. They may resume...

Congratulations on the new arrival. Now go buy him a condo near the University for his enrollment 18 years from now. You can thank me in 2025.

I related the following story at the Ont. REIN meeting in Aug., 07 and thought others might find it interesting as well. I received a "loyal customer perks letter" from Telus in Dec. 2005. The letter contained a gift of a box of chocolates, a $25. gift certificate for Amazon.com and another...

Further to what Garth had mentioned. The condo association will have insurance on the building, however the interior of your unit is your responsibility and your bank will most likey require proof of insurance. Your legal description will have a plan #. That plan will have your unit measurements...

QUOTE (bluerockgroup @ Dec 5 2007, 08:11 AM) Take out the oven, install a hot plate surface and provide a toaster oven. Then rent it out at a rate per room rather than as a suite. You can still rent it to the same profile of people, just have a contract that is by the room. A little gray-area...