Tag Archives: Landlord Advice

Why Don’t They Screen Tenants?

It’s amazing how many problem tenants could be avoided if landlords just properly screened tenants before handing over the keys. Here are some screening tips to help make it easier. Continue reading

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Foreclosure in Calgary – A Conclusion To The Story

Going through a foreclosure has been quite an eye opening experience for me and I felt it was a story that needed to get told. Ultimately, it comes down to my responsibility to make good on the terms and conditions … Continue reading

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Secondary Suite Rules Relaxed in Calgary?

Just noticed a story out of the city council meeting last night where the council has erased zoning restrictions on secondary suites designated for narrow properties. So what does that mean? For some reason if doesn’t change anything for older … Continue reading

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Tony Robbins, Rental Properties & Getting Things Done

Just going to throw a few quick thoughts and items out. Tony Robbins Tonight (Tuesday July 27th) is the premier of Tony Robbins new TV series. I have long been a fan of his books and audio packages. If you … Continue reading

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Property Management – Do You Manage Your Own, or Contract Out?

For long distance landlords, property management is essential to their business model and having great property managers can often make the difference between a satisfying experience and a nightmare. Managing remotely can be done, but it can make life a … Continue reading

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Why Tenants Are Not Your Friends

the relationship between tenants and landlords is first and foremost based on business, don’t forget this and allow your tenants to become friends unless your pocketbook and bank account can afford it! Continue reading

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Evictions Are Popular These Days

I had hoped to have my eviction package all complete by now, but time has managed to get away from me and the project keeps expanding. Currently I am just finishing page four of the outline up, I already have … Continue reading

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Foreclosures in the US Continue to Rise in 2010

In previous articles, I have mentioned it is too early to jump into the US housing market unless you have a very long term plan. This latest article in Business Week seems to concur with my thoughts. 2009 was a … Continue reading

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Collecting From Evicted Tenants

Although some people have had success with collecting money from evicted tenants, unless the outstanding amount owed is over a couple thousand dollars you may be better off letting it go.

The time and energy you waste trying to collect could probably better serve you by spending extra time finding and screening for exceptional tenants to replace the less than stellar former inhabitants. For those of you looking to collect, though here is some information to help you with the process of either garnishing a former tenant’s wages, or potentially seizing tenant’s assets to pay outstanding deb. Continue reading

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You Gotta Start By Crawling Baby!

Wow, am I ever grateful it’s 2010. 2009 was a pretty brutal year economically, business wise and action wise for us. We still have a few headaches that have followed us over into 2010, but with some strong action and … Continue reading

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Alberta Eviction Questions and Answers

Can you get evicted in the winter in Alberta? Is it expensive to evict a tenant? How long does an eviction in Alberta take? These questions and more are answered for you. Continue reading

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SWAT Boy Is a No Show – Another Tenant Eviction Win On Record

So after all the drama, SWAT boy couldn’t attend his own eviction hearing. Guess when you are busy you have other priorities in life! Apparently he had to work, he even called into the hearing office today to tell them … Continue reading

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Evicting Tenants – Drunks, Deadbeats and Problem Tenants Look Out

Do you realize the number one search string that brings people to this site is hinged around the word eviction? Ironically for the last three or four months my entire life has revolved around evicting problem tenants who believe they … Continue reading

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It Begins Again – Evicting a Difficult Tenant in Calgary

The story of SWAT boy carrys on, and it just keeps getting better, fortunately I am trying to take the positive lessons from this. First I screwed up. Everyone take note, don’t fill out eviction forms when you are frustrated … Continue reading

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Police Tactical – The Aftermath

First off, thanks to everyone who emailed or commented on yesterday’s frustration post. We received plenty of incredibly positive replies and it has helped Karen and I create a much clearer picture of what we are currently doing, what we … Continue reading

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