You can diversify your portfolio of real estate in a number of different ways, and each mitigate a different risk. We recommend you consider selecting a diversified strategy that works for your situation. Own more than one type of property *************************************** This is a goal of many property investors, but it must be explored as part of your overall strategy. If you own ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on September 22, 2011
Bob gets things done. He is the best Realtor we have ever dealt with. I mean that qenuinely, he is by far the best. He has great attentio to detail. He is a client focused Century 21 guy, takes care of things, and is a straight shooter. I would absolutely recommend him to others. I sense a lot of honesty and integrity in him, and his disclosure is great as well. ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on September 15, 2011
A Commercial Real Estate client from Drumheller, who is selling a flip renovation property in Calgary and is relatively new to Multifamily real estate, recently asked me if I could email him the next steps in the sales process so they would know what to expect. Either they are extra curious, or they are thinking of a career in real estate. Either way, with his permission, here is what I responded... ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on August 25, 2011
Canadian Franchise Lube-X with a head office in Edmonton, AB is currently under construction on Highway 9 South. Lube-x is going to be located beside the Hoo-Doo motel and should be completed by the end of 2011. 40 locations in Alberta, 8 locations in BC, 4 locations in Saskatchewan, and one in the NWT. Alberta Locations include Edmonton, Okotoks, Olds, Taber, Airdrie, Calgary, Chestermere. ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on August 25, 2011
The government is close to finalizing new rules for marketing by e-mail, text messaging and other forms of electronic communication, which will impact the way REALTORS® communicate with clients. When the proposed rules were before Parliament in an anti-spam bill, CREA won important concessions. There may be additional modifications, and CREA continues to follow this issue closely.
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Posted by Bob Sheddy
on August 11, 2011
Buyers looking to purchase commercial properties need to be prepared to provide a personal financial statement. Your personal financial statement includes current information regarding your assets, liabilities, sources of income and expenses. This information gives a quick snapshot to the bank or lender on your ability to qualify for the loan you are applying for. In addition, it ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on July 28, 2011
For years, I've struggled to find wifi hotspots to stay in touch with clients while traveling. Last year while waiting for a 7 hour layover in Heathrow Airport in London, England I came across a UK prepaid aircard for $48 CDN. It was considerably faster than the $15 per hour wifi hotspot, more reliable, and I didn't have to worry about disconnecting and reconnecting from the hotspot. Since ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on July 14, 2011
A few months ago, I had a call from a well known, well respected business man who asked me to come over and see him. I was extremely busy that day, which was already packed with meetings, but I was curious, so I moved things around so that I could make it work. I sat down with the man, in his large impressive office, and after some small talk he told me that he brought me in because he wanted ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on June 30, 2011
I've been selling commercial properties for over a decade and I'm starting to have some 'double doubles' (properties that I have sold twice). It takes plenty of diligence to complete a successful real estate deal, and it is a big compliment when you are chosen to list, sell, list, and then sell List of properties I've sold twice - Consortium Properties 601- 631 5th Street east - Hygrade Road Lands, ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on June 16, 2011
When I started in this Real Estate business in the late 90's I had a few downtown retail listings that had flat roofs and a few industrial or stand alone retail buildings that had pitched roofs. I immediately thought that I needed to understand all of the types of roofs, and the substrates that keep water from pouring into the property. I called a few Calgary and Red Deer roofers and asked ...
Posted by Bob Sheddy
on June 2, 2011