Hello Everyone, I figure because there are alot of realtors on this forum I might be able to get help answering this question. Next year I plan on leaving Canada to go work and travel abroad for a year, however I would really like to get my real estate licence before I leave so I have it when...

Thanks everyone for some great insight. I have read Marks book and found it to be a great starting point with a wealth of knowledge. I have also read all of don`s books as well as about 10 others which have helped broaden my understanding of real estate. However as most people will attest to...

Hello everyone, I was hoping to get a few different perspectives on my upcoming plans. I am intending to travel through Austrailia and Asia for a little over a year starting this January. I am really looking to invest in real estate before I leave, however I am looking for something that...

Is it typical to do a RTO with only 5% down payment?? What would be the advantages to tying up more of your money with a larger down payment? How do you pro`s typically structure your down payment? Do you do 5% CHMC mortgage or put down 20% to avoid the CMHC insurance fee? For example if...

QUOTE (CarrieKoch @ Jan 7 2010, 09:39 PM) In order to apply for a government grant to get our business up and running we have to complete a detailed business plan. I was wondering if anyone here has any research on the industry and market? Or if anyone has done a business plan on Property...

QUOTE (invst4profit @ Dec 13 2009, 09:24 PM) The first thing, and in my personal opinion the most important thing, is to learn and completely understand the RTA that applies to the provence you are investing in. It is essential to know the rules of the game if you wish to survive. Thanks Greg...

Hello All, I`m currently looking to purchase my first investment property. While reading an article in the Canadian Real Estate Magazine one investor recommended creating a Policy manual which would give you specific actions to take for various things that may pop up (Tenant complaints...

Hello Mark, could you send me a copy as well please. My email is So I think what it comes down to is how many buyers do you need to work with to turn it into an economically viable business? We are currently averaging 2 deals a week. I am organizing myself a little to ramp that up. There are...

QUOTE (manojsingh @ Nov 24 2009, 07:42 PM) Which area you are looking. Ask for referal from REIN members. This will help you in shortlisting your agent list. Well I`m looking in Hamilton, so any recommendations is greatly appreciated. However with this post I`m looking for questions people ask...

Hello All, I`m just looking to start talking to some realtors for my first investment property. I was just curious as to what type of questions does everyone ask a potential realtor to help determine if they`re what they want?? Also do you find it a good idea to email a template of questions...

QUOTE (tonypeters @ Sep 7 2009, 11:12 AM) I would be happy to provide you with a copy of our (Tenant) "Rules and Regulations". Please click on my profile and send me a quick e-mail and I will forward a copy to you. Hello, if you could add me to that email I would really appreciate it...

QUOTE (ontariolandlord @ Sep 6 2009, 07:29 PM) Where are you properties in Newmarket? I`m in Bradford. Hey ontario Landlord. I`m also from Bradford, but living in toronto right now. Send me an email kwilliams444@hotmail.com and to matthew.varga@td.com would love to meet a fellow investor...

Hello to both Mark and Dan, I was wondering if it would be okay if I contact you both as well. I am also very interested in lease to own options. I have a basic knowledge but not exactly sure how the finer points work. Also i was wondering if you know of any good websites or books I could...

Hey just wondering if anyone knows of any good property managers in and around the newmarket, aurora, Bradford area. Thanks for any suggestions you can give. Best regards, Matthew

I`m looking for my first purchase just wanted to run some numbers by and see if i`m missing anything or if this seems like a good deal. The property is in waterloo walking distance to both universities. It is an older building but from first apperances looks to be maintained nicely. Currently...