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Friday, September 10 2010 @ 04:40 PM MDT
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Private Landlords Provide Affordable Housing with NRH

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“Geared to income” housing has been implemented in many different formats throughout areas across Ontario for many years now. 2001 Census reports show that 600,000 households (14% of all Ontario Households) have trouble accessing affordable housing and 125,000 were on the waiting list for subsidized housing.
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Renters Can Stay in Foreclosed Properties

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For those that are renting a home or apartment, the news that the property is in foreclosure can be incredibly disruptive. The mortgage crisis in the United States has seen many property owners default on mortgages and rental investments have been no different. I some cases, owner’s rented their home rather than selling in a down market. Depending on the circumstances, some of these rentals were unsustainable and the property fell into foreclosure. Rentals that are owned by investors have not been exempt from the mortgage breakdown. Residential and commercial rentals have been affected by the financial mess and even multi-unit buildings have been added to the lists of troubled properties.
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Landlords and Tenants Team Up to Protect Against Storm Damage

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February has rolled in, the groundhog has had his say and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. 2009 has been packed full of excitement so far, from politics to weather and everything in between. The upcoming week should be interesting and full of activity as the temperatures are expected to hit double digits in some areas and the “Family Day Long Weekend” is almost upon us. Warm weather and time off work may be appealing but property owners should be taking extra precautions in the days ahead in order to prevent damage from rising water levels, power outages and even ice damage from freezing rain,. The spring like conditions can be the cause of serious and expensive problems ranging from flooded basements to falling trees.
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New Tower for Pelham- Like it or not!

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We weren’t sure what we were going to town hall for last night. A neighbor notified us that there was to be an information session about a proposed tower to be built nearby. It was last minute so we simply finished our supper and headed out. We assumed that the meeting would provide us with all of the necessary details. As it turned out, many of us left with more questions than we had going into the meeting.
 
The presentation was presented by a representative of Rogers Communications. The introduction informed us that the meeting was designed to act as a consultation process with the affected residents. It did not take long for the mood of the room to escalate with frustration. The residents that attended the session were generally opposed to the construction of a 65 meter tower being built on the commercial lands of the UFD property at Victoria Ave. & Canboro Rd. in Fenwick.
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A Teens View on Renting Country Living vs. City Living!

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 We all know that as kids turn into teenagers the parents tell the kids to start packing because as soon as they hit the 18 mark they’re on their own. My question is what would they prefer to rent, country or city? Would they prefer the city because of convenience of being close to places like the mall or the skate park, or would the property virgins like the country more because of the space and farm land? So, country or city? For girls we all know that it would probably be the city. They’ll have a meltdown if they don’t get to the shoe sale in time to get that cute pair of high heels. For boys it might be the city too. Just because they’re not girls doesn’t mean they don’t have plans with they’re girls to go to the movies or something like that. Over all I think it’s still completely fair for all those teens to have their own opinions. So I ask you one last time, country or city?
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Choices for Single Parents- Letter From A Single Mom.

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As a divorced mom of 3 for 12 years now, I have had an opportunity to experience the challenges that many other parents face. I now own my own home & business and I have learned allot. Some may think that I have done well for a single mom, but I know better. The time that my struggle to earn money took away from my children cannot be replaced. During critical years of their life, I was working and a nanny was in my place.
 
I suggested to my sister who is in the process of becoming a social worker my idea of single moms sharing a residence and partnering to develop a positive lifestyle for themselves and their children. She was shocked that her capitalist sister cared about affordable housing. It is probably the only thing that we have agreed upon in years.
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New Services Available for Vacation Property Rentals

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RentalDoctor.com has announced new services offered for vacation property owners that are looking to rent out their holiday accommodations. Now vacation owners can take advantage of guest referrals as well as full rental services. Busy owners can save time when renting out their property by using RentalDoctor.com’s advertising, promotion and referral program.
 
The concept was developed after the site started directing inquiries to properties that could meet the specific needs of the guests. Using the property profile that is listed under vacation rentals, the site would supply guests with detailed information about the rental. It was a natural fit for guests to open up and discuss the private rental process with staff at R.D.com. As a result, those that may be renting a private cottage for the first time were able to plan their trip with confidence.
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Rental Vacancies Spike in Calgary

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The news of a spike in the available rental units in Calgary came in from the provincial Apartment Association. CHQR, a news & sports radio station in Calgary, reports that the jump is due to the fact that many tenants have purchased homes.
The rate which was .5% only 2 years ago is now up to 4%. The president of the Apartment Association, Gerry Baxter, told CHQR that rental rates are not expected to drop as a result of the new availabilities. The expenses realized by landlords have not dropped therefore the amount that they must collect in rent will likely remain the same.
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Credit Crisis Causes Hot Rental Market

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The Boston College Heights reports that in addition to students seeking accommodation for the school year, those that are finished or not attending school have found themselves in a similar house hunt. As a result of the current credit issues that have been affecting financial districts all over the world and especially in the United States, loans for mortgages to first time home buyers have become more difficult to acquire. This increases demand for rentals may tempt some landlords or agents to lift the rent rate in order to capitalize on the situation. Tenants are advises to read lease agreements and contracts carefully before signing on the dotted line.
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Where are you parking your Cash?

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As markets heave and swing from one extreme to another, some investors may be looking for a more predictable or at least controllable place to park their dollars. One thing is for sure, we all need a place to stay & food to eat. Experts are recommending that consumers put a leash on their discretionary spending and review their balance sheet in order to control debt. Will rental properties become the investment of choice in 2009? What about homeowners trying to subsidize their mortgage payments by renting space in their home or on their property? There are several options available to individuals and families. Times like these have the ability to inspire creative problem solving and strategic thinking. Some say that when times are good, we tend to party and when things are bad, we tend to ponder. Answers & solutions are more likely to appear through reflection than celebration.

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