Welcome back, everyone! This month, we've put together a full lesson plan to boost your real estate smarts. How real estate savvy are you? Looking to increase that pesky credit score, or become an Air BnB? We have some invaluable reads to help you on your way.
“Proficient in Microsoft Excel” used to be a skill every employer wanted to see on a resume, but nowadays it's expected—some would say required. Those not familiar with the many functions and shortcuts of Excel could save themselves a lot of time and effort by learning these handy functions, and this article is the perfect place to start! >>
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Nightmare tenants are a tale as old as landlord time. There are steps we have gone over to ensure good tenants, but sometimes you're just unlucky! There's no such thing as too much information when getting tips on picking good tenants, so be sure to read this story of nightmare tenants and what this landlord learned during the process! >>
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POP QUIZ TIME! How up to date are you on the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)? It began November first and this 20 question quiz could help you understand some of the changes a little better! >>
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Would you want the contents of your offer on a house to be public knowledge? Some people think it should be! Read this article on the auction style bidding process and let us know your thoughts! >>
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Thinking of buying your first home? This article might help to understand some of the monthly costs to expect outside of your mortgage payments to help you get prepared! >>
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Putting your rental properties into a holding corporation could be a good or a bad idea—it all depends on your overall objectives and your regions tax rules. Read this article to find the right questions to ask during your next meeting with your accountant! >>
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Condo or single family house? This is a question many people tend to have when deciding to make a real estate purchase. Things like lifestyle and goals are only some considerations when making your decision. Read this article for some advantages and disadvantages of buying a condo to help you decide! >>
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Cities with a high “walkability score” tend to have higher property values. Is your city walkable? If not, is your city planning geared towards making owning a car optional? This article explains the reasons why “walkability” is an important aspect for future economic growth, and why it should be one of your city planner’s top priorities. >>
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Do you have a lower credit score as a result of past mistakes but want to get back on track? This article has great tips on how to repair a bruised credit score. >>
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Should you use your rental property as an Airbnb or a long term rental? This article lists both pros and cons to Airbnb and what to consider before becoming a part of the sweeping trend. >>
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