PinnedMember-onlyWhy Invest in Student Rentals?Why invest in student rentals? For real estate investors looking into a viable real estate investment, student rentals are a popular choice. To put things in perspective, let’s look at some statistics: · Canadian universities draw in 1.4 million students from 82 university institutions across Canada. · 5 million students…Student Rentals4 min readStudent Rentals4 min read
PinnedMember-onlyLessons Learned from 18 Years as a Landlord- here’s what you need to knowLessons learned from my 18 years as a landlord can be summarized into 10 areas. New and existing landlords require a large body of knowledge to run a residential rental business and this blog outlines the ten cornerstones needed to build a residential rental business foundation. Laying the foundation Before you start shopping…Landlord4 min readLandlord4 min read
PinnedMember-onlyHoarding — Tips for Handling a Hoarding TenantHow do you handle a hoarding tenant? When Skip Byrnum of Texas, USA, a regular fixture at meetings and church, went missing, friends called the police. Rescue workers had to cut holes in the roof to get into his cluttered property. …Landlords3 min readLandlords3 min read
PinnedMember-onlyBC Landlord ResourcesBC Landlord Resources is a regional overview of organizations that support landlord knowledge and education in British Columbia. This listicle is a continuation of the promised provincial resources for landlords that I started last week with Alberta Landlord Resources. …Landlords5 min readLandlords5 min read
PinnedMember-onlyProperty TechnologyTechnology has permeated every aspect of our lives, and property technology or PropTech has found a solid foothold in the property management sector. According to Deloitte, PropTech start-ups have already raised over $43 billion in funding worldwide since 2012. …Property Technoloty9 min readProperty Technoloty9 min read
5 days agoMember-onlyWhy Invest in BC Real Estate?Why invest in BC real estate? In this article we explore five key points that explain why investing in a British Columbia Canada’s real estate portfolio could reap rewards. · Real Estate investing opportunities · Positive GDP and Budget · Net migration · Provincial government proposed initiatives · Positive 2023…8 min read8 min read
Mar 17Member-onlyWhy is Alberta Real Estate Investing Smart?Alberta Real Estate Investing is one of most promising provinces for buying rental properties. With its high standard of living, strong economy, and stable political climate, Alberta has become a top destination for investors worldwide. …9 min read9 min read
Mar 13Member-onlyTenant Verification Services: How to conduct a background check for tenantsTenant verification services, or how to conduct a background check for tenants, is the process landlords and property managers use to evaluate prospective tenants. A thorough tenant screening process provides information key to assessing the likelihood your tenant will honor their lease agreement and take good care of your property. The Tenant Screening Process …5 min read5 min read
Mar 6Member-onlyBest Property Management Software in CanadaWhat is the best property management software in Canada and why would it interest you? The property management industry is expected to generate $114.9bn in 2023.With the upsurge in money generated from real estate rentals, it’s no wonder we’re seeing an abundance of rental manager software designed to help landlords…6 min read6 min read
Feb 26Member-onlyWhat is a Landlord Tenant Board?What is a Landlord Tenant board, and how does it affect you or your tenants? The landlord tenant board is an adjudicative tribunal that is operated by individual provinces throughout Canada. …4 min read4 min read
