Three Suggestions for Investing in Real Estate
When market uncertainty hits, many people try to find a way to safeguard their investments. One of the most attractive ways to do this is by putting money into real estate. Real estate, after all, is more substantial than stocks and bonds – you can touch real estate, and see it. On the other hand, [...]
Luxury Real Estate is Rising from the Ashes
In 2008, it looked the like beginning of the end for luxury real estate in Canada. Vancouver’s Ritz-Carlton stalled in 2008 and remains a giant hole in the ground. In Toronto, the excitement about One Bloor East – potentially the tallest residential building in Canada – turned into frustration and eventual disappointment as the developers’ [...]
Get Rich Quick Real Estate Seminars: Are They a Scam?
You’ve probably seen commercials about them on TV, or seen advertisements on lampposts: seminars that promise to get you rich quick through real estate. Is there any reason to believe them? Are you foolish to pass up on what could be a once in a lifetime possibility?
The answer is that getting rich is never [...]
The Ultimate Tips to Have When Flipping a House
Good to know when flipping houses
Many potential investors/flippers assume that they can simply
1) Buy a house,
2) apply a fresh coat of paint,
3) Trim some bushes, and then
4) Resell the home at a profit.
Unfortunately, “flipping” is not that easy, there are several key people and skills that every potential investor/flipper should have in place before even [...]
Knowing Market Trends
As we get to the conclusion of my steps to Real Estate investing we have just two more issues to review before you run out and make your investment dreams a reality. One important but often over looked step to Real Estate investing is being aware of the market trends that you are facing and [...]
Invest in Real Estate or Bonds?
The age old question came up in a discussion at a dinner party this past weekend… ”I heard that buying a home isn’t actually the best investment, is that true?”
My answer was “It really depends on what your intentions are. What are your intentions?”
The persons response was not a surprise, she answered with “Well, to [...]
Making it count!
The final step in my guide to Real Estate investing is a short one but a sweet one. When you invest in to Real Estate that is not your primary residence the rule of thumb is to practice the basic business principles… sell for more then you buy, and rent to break even or make [...]



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