Hi folks,
I`m taking possession of my first condo-townhouse rental property and was wondering what was necessary from a fire protection perspective? Thus far I`ve planned on installing a smoke detector in the main floor hall, second floor hall and install fire extinguishers in the kitchen and...
Recently a real estate agent told me that the appreciation on small multi-family (2-4plex) properties was limited to the local government rental increase guidelines - ~2% in ON.
Is this true? Is this what people are seeing? Or are these properties following the general appreciation rate...
Hi Folks,
I’m looking to start investing in Hamilton or KWC in the New Year. In doing due diligence I’ve noticed that there is a substantial difference in vacancy rates. According to CMHC’s April 08 Rental Report Hamilton’s running at 4.7% (& increasing) and Kitchener’s running at 2% (&...
Hi Folks,
Enclosed is a link to a great document published by REMAX today with their outlook on the Canadian Housing Market in 2009. Enjoy!
http://files.newswire.ca/348/REMAXoutlook20091203.pdf
Brian
Thanks for the feedback everyone. I`ll be planning trips to both areas in the next few weeks to get a closer look and meet with some folks in the areas.
Brian
Hi folks,
I`m looking for feedback from active investors on the pros & cons of investing in Hamilton vs. KWC. Initially I will be purchasing a series of single family homes in the $175k-$225k price range and am having trouble deciding which area to focus on since both rank well in the Top 10...
Good evening,
I`ve been approached by an acquaintance in Timmins with some rental properties that he`d like to sell me. I`m doing my due diligence on the area now and wondering if anyone has had any good or bad experiences in Timmins? Any comments on the general economic situation? I`ve...