Out of all the things you could have invested in you decided real estate was probably the best option for long-term growth. And so, you’ve decided to purchase an income property or maybe income properties. Of course, you’re not, nor have you ever been a property manager and the idea of being on call 24-7 … Read more
As a residential property owner in Vancouver who keeps a second home or holding it as an investment for rentals, you need to know your landlord rights so as not to get caught off guard with the implemented Empty Home Tax (EHT), also known as Vacancy Tax, for under-utilized residential properties. If you’re not actively … Read more
Daily Habits for Real Estate Investors Who Seek Financial Freedom Any long-term hopes and dreams require breaking tasks down into simpler steps. Real Estate Investment is a long-term investment and there is not a clear end marker on it. Yes, buying a property and getting renters are key steps, but financial goals are different for … Read more
There may come a time in your career as a landlord in which legal action will become necessary. Some landlord tenant problems are minor but could escalate. Whether it is necessary due to tenants refusing responsibility for the repairs of damages they committed or a need for eviction, legal action may be required. You will need … Read more
The next step on your journey to becoming a landlord is finding your tenant. Everyone wants to find the ideal tenant, but marketing your rental unit isn’t always that easy. How you market your unit makes all the difference to the tenants attracted to it. You need to make sure your property stands out in … Read more
The information necessary for new landlords to accumulate and absorb can seem beyond overwhelming. It’s important not to let any of it fall through the cracks, as you could find yourself in legal trouble. We made your life a little easier by putting all the information about tenancy agreements in one place that you could … Read more
Property tax is due this July 2018. The important dates for your property taxes depend on where your property is located: Tuesday, July 3, 2018 RichmondWhistlerSurreyCoquitlamNew WestminsterTsawwassenPort CoquitlamPort MoodyLangley Wednesday, July 4, 2018 VancouverBurnaby If you do not pay your taxes and any late-payment penalties in the current tax year, your account will become overdue. … Read more
Vancouver rents stop growing, listings spike amid new taxes and renter protections: data The cost to rent a unit across Vancouver hasn’t exactly dropped, but it hasn’t grown much over the past three months, either. The latest report shows that rent prices have “flatlined since March” for most types of rental units. Click here to read … Read more
Ever dreamed of living in a place that communes you to both nature and contemporary lifestyle? The buzz is on at Epic at West being the latest development at the side of breathtaking Vancouver, Southeast False Creek, that bringing everything you need for a lifestyle upgrade and vibrant, endless possibilities. Epic at West is the culmination of Executive … Read more
Real Estate is a wonderful investment, though, it can be intimidating to get into your first real estate purchase as you often need either 20% down to buy a rental property. This can be a good amount of money, especially if you are trying to find a property which will net you a stable income. … Read more
Buying your first investment property can be a major challenge if you just starting out as a potential landlord. Being a landlord is a desirable goal because it allows you to build a recession-proof asset in your properties. Before you can get to many properties, you have to start with one property. This chapter will examine … Read more
As a property owner, you understand that you need to do whatever you can to make your property stand out to renters. One of the best ways to do this is to offer amenities. What do amenities mean in apartments? Amenities refer to additional perks that a renter will have when they choose your property, such as … Read more