It all depends on the areas you're looking in, I would advise focusing on the median priced homes, those types of areas normally don't have a lot of vacancies in my experience. 

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You can get it here or email me and I send it to you. https://www.cashproperty.ca/free/As for the rent estimator, a google search for rental availablity will give you a good insight on the rates, as it depends on location, and condition of the units. 

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From experience, I'm certain this tenant was not expecting us.

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What's a fair amount, well that depends on what this is actually costing you in terms of actual expenses plus the time and hassle involved.