How to Reduce the Stress of Buying Your First Vancouver Investment Property

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Buying your first investment property in Vancouver may feel a bit stressful any time you’re doing it, but in the market we’re currently experiencing, there’s bound to be even more anxiety. There’s been a lot of discussion about the high prices and high demand in today’s real estate market. Inventory is lower, and that’s driving…

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3 Ways to Improve the Curb Appeal of Your Vancouver Property

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When it comes to real estate, there’s a lot of talk about curb appeal. Why does it matter?  Curb appeal matters because it’s the first impression you’re giving to potential tenants about what you have to offer them. Leverage the power of that first impression by making sure the outside of your investment property is…

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Resources for Managing My Vancouver Short-Term Rental

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When you rent out a short-term property in Vancouver, you need to be prepared for everything and anything. Guests who choose a property over a hotel are looking for comfort, convenience, and the extra space and privacy that comes with a private home rather than a single room.  Vancouver is also a competitive market for…

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Thinking of Converting Your Home into an Airbnb? Here Is What You Need to Know!

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When you’re renting out your Vancouver property as a vacation home or a short-term rental, you’re likely going to use a site like Airbnb. Other sites like Vrbo and HomeAway are also popular, and they help you market your home, track reservations, and communicate with guests.  The platforms are generally user-friendly for owners, and they…

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Short-Term or Long-Term Rentals: Which One is Better

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When you have a property that you’re not living in yourself, and you’re ready to rent it out – should you make it a long-term rental, which is typically a lease agreement of a year or more? Or, should you make that property a short-term rental, which is usually booked for a few days, a…

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What to Do When Your Home Isn’t Renting | Vancouver Property Management Marketing

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When your Vancouver investment property isn’t renting, things can feel pretty stressful. You know you’re losing money on lost rental income, and you’re also paying out-of-pocket for utilities, maintenance, and extra cleaning. You want to limit vacancy time as much as possible.  In our experience, properties typically don’t rent for one of three reasons: pricing,…

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What Do I Do If a Tenant Violates the Lease Agreement? | Cause for Eviction

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Vancouver rental property owners are permitted to evict tenants for lease violations that remain uncured, but that shouldn’t be your first step when you realize your tenants are violating your lease agreement. The eviction process is arduous, especially since the pandemic arrived.  When you’re taking steps to remove a tenant from your property, remember that…

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