By George DubeWe receive calls from all over the world, and from our clients in Canada who JV with non-residents, regarding investors who own or want to sell Canadian real estate. They need help to ensure they stay onside with Canada Revenue Agency.  So, here is what you need to…

By Robert McLeod“The West wants in.” It was the phrase that built a movement, helped make the Reform Party of Canada the Official Opposition and eventually led to Stephen Harper becoming Prime Minister. But lately it seems like that’s been reversed, and everyone wants in to the West. And no…

By Randy BettReplacing your burnt-out light bulbs has become a more confusing task of late, not just because of recent legislation that means some products will no longer be available, but because of the dizzying array of new products on store shelves. Houses and electrical issues go hand in hand,…

By Randy BettThere was a burst of real estate activity in the city of Calgary this spring, as both new listings and total sales each jumped by over 16 percent from May 2013 to May 2014, resulting in a May sales record!"Strong sales activity is a reflection of improving fundamental…

By Sears has recently entered into a binding agreement with Concord Pacific Group to develop the 12-acre site at the North Hill Shopping Centre at 16th Avenue and 14th Street N.W. into a set of residential highrises with the potential of retail space. The North Hill location in Calgary is a…

By Calum RossIn all the mortgages that I arrange I find it very surprising how few people actually ask me how I get paid. A recent study in the US indicated that less than 10% of people could properly identify how different types of mortgage providers get paid during the…

By Richard DolanThe power of partnership is about getting what you need and optimally monetizing what you’ve got. I have personally observed and learned from having worked with some of the world’s top global thinkers and thought leaders that building and leveraging purposeful and profitable partnerships is the key to…

By Robert WilkieWhenever I'm asked what the ideal student house would be, I always have to clarify if it's from the point of view of the student or from the point of view of the owner. The answer can be the same for both, but not necessarily.The ideal house is…

By Robert F. McLeodA REIN member recently had an experience that prompted her to ask me if developers can discriminate against an investor in a project sale. This is a great question and begs a deeper explanation. First, the Canadian Human Rights Act protects citizens from 11 grounds of discrimination,…

By Dube & CuttiniYou work hard to find and develop that perfect power team of advisors to help your business grow. For example, a financial advisor could help you sort your taxation woes. All you need is to find a reliable service near you (and if you own one, this…