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The Danger of Reporting Multiple Years of Losses

The Danger of Reporting Multiple Years of Losses

A couple of months ago, I met with a real estate investor for an initial consultation. As part of the process, I asked him what his long-term goals are. He said, “I would like to give up my job one...

October 30, 2018

How to Pay 13.5% Small Business Tax on Rental Income

Real estate corporations Real estate investment Real estate rant Realtors/real estate agents Small business and real estate

How to Pay 13.5% Small Business Tax on Rental Income

Did you see this headline – “Liberal government writes off $1.1B US loan, plus interest, docs show” on MSN.com? Federal government wrote off a loan made to Chrysler during the 2009 global economic meltdown. I believe in making progress in...

October 25, 2018

10 Lessons Learned From Analyzing Commercial Properties

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10 Lessons Learned From Analyzing Commercial Properties

A couple of weeks ago, Erwin and his friends found a mixed-used property that they’re interested in. The property is located on a busy street, across the street from a site that was sold to a developer. This site will...

October 18, 2018

6 Little Known Facts About Structuring Joint Venture Deal in Real Estate

HST rebate Real estate corporations Real estate investment Should I incorporate?Small business and real estate

6 Little Known Facts About Structuring Joint Venture Deal in Real Estate

Back to school week! My daughter is in Junior Kindergarten this year. Since she had been in half day daycare five days a week last year, I didn’t expect to get emotional when she’s off to the full-day kindergarten on...

September 6, 2018

If You Can Read ABC You Can Become a Millionaire: A Tribute to The Grittiest Role Model in My Life

Life Lessons Should I incorporate?Small business and real estate

If You Can Read ABC You Can Become a Millionaire: A Tribute to The Grittiest Role Model in My Life

Summer is fun. It is fun taking the kids around town to enjoy different activities. Summer is also about learning as well. I learned about Grit this summer, and my kids learned how to swim. And I used what I...

August 24, 2018

5 HST Planning Tips for Developers and Builders

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5 HST Planning Tips for Developers and Builders

This summer has been tough. A close client passed away suddenly at the age of 52, leaving his wife, his children, his family, friends and JV partners all in shock. At the visitation of his funeral, packed with his friends...

July 27, 2018

Greatness Begins Beyond Your Comfort Zone

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Greatness Begins Beyond Your Comfort Zone

Toronto Raptors traded DeMar DeRozan to San Antonio Spurs. ☹ DeMar DeRozan, who’s the Mr. Toronto, was the best player in the history of Raptors. Unlike any other players, he did not interview other teams when his contract ended with...

July 19, 2018

The Secret of Understanding Canadian Real Estate Market

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The Secret of Understanding Canadian Real Estate Market

A single parking space in Hong Kong has sold for $765,000 according to this Toronto Star article. $765K Canadian Dollars! My parents bought a couple of parking spots in Hong Kong for self-use for $367K late last year. Of course,...

July 12, 2018

6 Common Tax Questions Asked by Top 200 Realtors & Investors

Other tax issues Real estate corporations Real estate investment Small business and real estate

6 Common Tax Questions Asked by Top 200 Realtors & Investors

Happy Mother’s day to all of you. It’s a special year this year. I finally got to spend my mother’s day with my mom, the superhero in my life. ? She’s in town to visit for a week, spending some...

May 11, 2018

Case Study: 5 Lessons Learned From Lily Buying a Pre-Construction Detached Home

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Case Study: 5 Lessons Learned From Lily Buying a Pre-Construction Detached Home

I guess I wrote a somewhat controversial blog post last week, causing a few comments on the Facebook. For the parents out there with young kids, I want to make this point clear – I am not opposed to free...

April 6, 2018

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