
26 November 2024 | 13 replies
I'd see if the employer would let me receive part or all of the bonus in 2025 for a number of reasons:- More time to pursue and execute tax-saving strategies- (Possibly) more time to hold on to the $$$ before taxes are due (2026 vs 2025)- Chance that, post-election, there is a possibility that there could be tax changes effective 2025 that could possibly help your situation.

28 November 2024 | 26 replies
We're seeing historically insulated submarkets to new construction get effected because of how much there has been as a percentage of existing stock.

23 November 2024 | 40 replies
I have 11% taxes and they charge their fees on taxes also so my effective rate is higher since I don’t keep the taxes but pay the fees on them.

23 November 2024 | 3 replies
When selling for sale by owner (FSBO), ensure all legal documentation is in order and consider consulting with a real estate professional or attorney to handle the lease transfer and legal aspects effectively.

26 November 2024 | 127 replies
Here are my initial thoughts:As a small landlord in Ontario, my experience over the past eight years has highlighted significant challenges in managing rental properties effectively.

22 November 2024 | 33 replies
There were clarifications/changes effective Sep 1, 2017.

25 November 2024 | 8 replies
Often electric baseboard is most cost effective.

21 November 2024 | 10 replies
Quote from @Karl Kauper: In my 20+ years as a landlord in three different states, it’s my experience that the owner can screen more effectively and find tenants way more quickly.

21 November 2024 | 0 replies
With strategic updates and market insight, this property became a highly desirable investment, showcasing the power of effective collaboration and value-driven improvements.

15 November 2024 | 2 replies
Short term, assuming the real estate lobby doesn't sue this to keep delaying/appealing, once it goes into effect there will be no more broker fees paid by tenant *unless they hire the broker*Some long term effects I can predict already: - Landlords now having to absorb broker fees will bake this into the rent (e.g. how "no fee" units typically are priced a little higher than other units) - Real estate board will require another document (or checkbox) for tenants to sign stating that they're hiring the listing broker and responsible for compensating them for their fee *if* they apply and are approved- Regular New Yorkers will have an even harder time to find an apartment because you cannot legislate/regulate away a housing crises...