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As a rental property owner, one of the most important responsibilities you have is to find reliable tenants you can count on. Unfortunately, many property owners experience the frustration and headache of renters who don’t…
When you’re shopping around for a new property to purchase, you’re probably drawn to listings with polished photos, sophisticated interiors and manicured land. But, it’s worth it to consider investing in a distressed property instead.
When most people choose to start investing, they immediately look for opportunities in the stock market. While plenty of investors successfully turn a profit by investing in stocks, it’s worth it to consider your other…
Rental properties have the potential to provide you with a passive source of income that allows you to save for retirement, fund family vacations or even reduce the amount of time you have to work.
If you’re buying a new investment property, you’re probably looking to save as much money as possible during the purchase process. Real estate investing is a complicated, delicate numbers game, and it’s true every penny…
The secret to success is a rental that generates consistent, reliable income. Whether you’re an experienced rental property owner or getting ready to rent out your very first property, you need to be prepared to…
Buying a fixer-upper, investing in repairing and remodelling the home and selling it for a profit is a relatively routine practice for real estate investors. For people new to real estate, flipping homes can seem…
Prospective real estate investors often think getting a mortgage is the only way to acquire a piece of property. After all, most home purchases occur through mortgages backed and funded by large corporate banks. But…
Lacking the liquidity necessary to make your first real estate purchase? It’s a frustrating situation to be in—especially if you’ve found a great deal or a viable opportunity. You may be wondering what options you…
One of the very best things you can do as a real estate investor is to find a trustworthy real estate agent and develop a relationship with them. A good agent will save you time…
Leasing your rental property can be an exercise in both patience and business savvy. After struggling to find and secure the right tenant, you may think now is the time to heave a sigh of…
The affordability of rental housing in many Canadian cities continues to decline. As a result, many municipalities are changing their building codes to allow for the construction of more creative types of housing. It’s part…
It’s no secret parking in large cities is expensive, particularly in downtown areas and entertainment districts. If you’re looking for a lucrative, creative investment outside the norm of traditional real estate products, you may want…
Often, discussions of a sound real estate investing strategy overlook a core component of success: Being properly insured. While researching insurance may not be as sexy as finding out about the latest local market trends…
There’s a lot to do when it comes to prospecting investment properties. But before you get out there and pound the pavement or start looking through listings, there’s one all-important first step: Establishing your target…
If you’re planning to rent out a residential property, it’s of utmost importance you identify a trusted tenant. The wrong tenant may cause property damage, create nuisances for other residents, leave the property in an…
A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a type of investment account unique to Canada. It allows residents to hold cash and investment assets with several financial benefits, as compared to non-tax-preferred accounts. Many people…
Today’s retail environment is changing, which means it’s often challenging for commercial real estate investors to find sustainable long-term tenants to occupy their rental space. If you’re finding it difficult to fill your retail space,…
If you rent out a residential home, the security of your property is probably one of your top concerns. You have to keep your investment safe from rowdy tenants, theft, vandalism, arson and a wide…
When identifying an investment property to purchase, it’s critical you carefully analyze the factors that determine its true value to you as an investor. Failing to look at a prospective investment holistically will leave you…
Finding success in real estate investing requires a certain competitive edge—something you can use to set yourself apart from other investors in your area. It’s this competitive edge that’ll help you appeal to prospective renters,…
Hoping to unload your investment property after months, years or even decades of holding onto it? Selling an asset for the right price is a true challenge, regardless of the strength of the local real…
When buying an investment property, first you’ll need – you guessed it – money to invest. Whether you’re purchasing your primary residence or another investment property, you’ll likely need other people’s money to help you…
With an estimated 1.6 billion people lacking adequate housing worldwide, many developed countries are participating in a movement to treat housing as a fundamental human right. Some argue that housing is a human right because…
Property management companies can be a lifesaver for busy real estate investors unable to be at their tenants’ beck and call. These companies can help you manage tenant placement, maintenance and repairs, rent collection and…
Real estate investing sometimes feels like gambling: you place your bet and hope the numbers work in your favour. Unlike gambling, with real estate investment, you can do plenty of research on your “bet” to…
If you’re looking for a creative way to build wealth through real estate investment, you may want to explore the benefits of investing in vacant land. Investing in a vacant lot often requires a limited…
Real estate throughout Canada has seen an atmospheric rise in value over the past decade. Ontario, in particular, has experienced a dramatic shift in many sub-markets throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Markets in other…
Choosing your first investment property is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make. The right asset can provide you with the capital and experience necessary to continue making strategic investments. Unfortunately, the wrong choice…
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA), negotiated to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 2018, still faces a few hurdles before it supersedes NAFTA and becomes North America’s premier trade law. The USMCA…