Resources For Buyers

Upcoming Events – Feb 4 & 5th (Toronto) and Feb 11 & 12th (Calgary)

Please be sure to stop by and say hello to me at the Life Rich Real Estate Inc. booth at the upcoming REDEX (Real Estate Developers Expo) in Toronto – February 4 & 5th and then in Calgary – February 11 & 12th.

I have complimentary tickets available so let me know if you would like to attend (save you $20 pp at the door!)

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Buying a Property in Costa Rica

Costa RicaBuying a Property in Costa Rica

The decision to purchase real estate in a foreign country can at first be a daunting proposition.  However, it is possible to safely buy property in Costa Rica with the assistance of a reputable REALTOR® and attorney.  Your REALTOR® should be able to help you to locate property suitable to your needs, educate you as to property values and other considerations in your chosen area, and assist you with negotiating a fair price. You should also use an attorney (Certified Public Notary) with a good reputation who can handle the financial aspects of the transaction and ensure that you will have legal title to your property. Read the rest of this entry »

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Trujillo, Honduras – lot prices

Trujillo, Honduras

Campa Vista ViewAs a REALTOR involved in International Real Estate I’m sure you know that I did have a business reason to visit Trujillo, Honduras! Read the rest of this entry »

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Honduras – Trujillo

Road to TrujilloWe loaded my luggage into the van and set off for Trujillo (pron. Tru-hee–yoh) a drive of just a little over 2 hours.

Having visited Central America previously, thankfully, I did have some idea of what to expect of the driving and road conditions … Read the rest of this entry »

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Honduras

View from window on flight from Miami As they say ‘getting there is half the fun’ and my trip to Honduras didn’t disappoint!

I flew to San Pedro Sula airport in Honduras via Miami and then took a short flight (less than half an hour) to La Ceiba Read the rest of this entry »

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Banking situation in Panama

Banking situation in Panama

I came across an article on www.prensa.com by Edith Castillo Duarte ecastillo@prensa.com on the banking situation in Panama.

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Mexico ~ US Tax Implications of Having a Fideicomiso

Great article posted by John Dillinger CPS, PFS, MS.tax on the topic the US (IRS) Tax Implications of Having a Fideicomiso

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Visit to Nicaragua – Day 1

Day 1 of my visit to Nicaragua.

I had a short but wonderful trip to Nicaragua and thought I’d share some of my experience with you.

The airport at Managua was modern & well organized.  The Customs & immigration officer was efficient but very friendly & welcoming (btw – you need US $10 for the tourist visa), luggage arrived very quickly and they have officers as you exit the baggage claim area double checking that you have the right luggage with you. Read the rest of this entry »

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Certified Life Rich Real Estate™ Advisor

Life Rich Real Estate™ Graduates First Class of Certified Advisors

Woodbridge, Ontario,  1 November 2010 -  Life Rich Real Estate™ has completed training of the first group of Certified Life Rich Real Estate™ Advisors. Read the rest of this entry »

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RE/MAX Condominium Report

Condominiums first step to home ownership in most major centres, says RE/MAX

Given serious escalation in detached housing values, condominium apartments and towns have now emerged as the first step to home ownership, says RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada.

Here is the full RE/MAX Fall Condo Report

Information taken from sources believed reliable but not guaranteed

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Turks and Caicos Island – Providenciales Map

Map of Providenciales,

Turks and Caicos Islands

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In Search of the Perfect House

What should I expect?In search of the Perfect House – since perfection is not an option, what should you expect?

This report created by the Inspectors of Boulevard Property Inspection should help!

Please click on the link below to access the report

In Search of the Perfect House

Information obtained from sources believed reliable but not guaranteed

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Home Improvement Costs

Home Improvement Costs

Follow the link below to see a recent report produced by Carson Dunlop Boulevard Home Inspectors regarding some ‘ball park’ estimates for repairs and/or improvements to a typical three bedroom home.

Home Improvement Costs

Information taken from sources believed reliable but not guaranteed

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Panama ~ Nueva Gorgona

Gorgona BeachNueva Gorgona is located about 80 kms (50 miles) to the west of Panama City. The scenic drive takes less than one hour on the four lane PanAmerican Highway. Read the rest of this entry »

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Harmonized Sales Tax

The government has put together a document that gives you a pretty good idea of how the Harmonized Sales Tax will impact your spending. Read the rest of this entry »

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Is it time to buy your piece of Paradise?

Sailboats and blue skyIf you are retired now or retiring in the next twenty years, NOW is the time to consider buying that piece of paradise!

Some of you reading this may be saying “What??? I don’t retire for 20 years yet … there is still plenty of time” … but is there? Read the rest of this entry »

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Agency

Agency Relationships Explained

When choosing a sales representative to work with to Buy or Sell a home it is important that they explain what your options are as far as their Professional relationship with you and you with them. This is commonly referred to as “Agency Disclosure”. Read the rest of this entry »

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Fractional Real Estate

Do you like to take luxury vacations?  Would like to own a luxury vacation home?  Has your dream to own a piece of paradise been knocked sideways along with your stock portfolio?

It may still be a reality for you!  How?  Fractional real estate ownership! Read the rest of this entry »

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Strategic Tax Planning event – Turks & Caicos Islands

TCI-beachStrategic Tax Planning Seminar and Real Estate Tour.  November 18 – 21, 2009, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Re-model or Sell?

Whether buying or selling a home this chart will give you a an idea of the approximate costs for some of the more common projects home owners undertake.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Additional Costs You May Incure When Buying a Home

There are additional costs you need to be aware of when calculating your down payment and determining what you can afford to spend on the purchase of a new home. It is a good idea to set aside a few thousand dollars to cover the extra costs that seem to spring from nowhere. Here is an overview of some of the additional costs that you may encounter. Read the rest of this entry »

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