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Can You Be A Long Distance Landlord?

Posted in Landlords on September 29, 2016 by Property Management RE/MAX of Nanaimo

Absolutely you can be a long distance Landlord! But how you achieve this successfully can be a bit more complex. Owning property in the Nanaimo area is a smart decision even if you don’t live here. Home prices are more affordable than in some other areas of the province and with the current exchange rate against the US dollar, now is a great time to make the leap if you’re an American looking for investment opportunities. Prices, while still affordable, have room to grow and your real estate investment will most likely continue to appreciate in value over the foreseeable…

What You Need to Know About Non-Resident Tax (NR4)

Posted in Services on February 16, 2016 by Property Management RE/MAX of Nanaimo

Did you know that anyone owning real estate in Canada, who is classified as a non-resident of Canada as defined by the Income Tax Act of Canada, must pay Non-Resident Tax on gross revenues received from the rental property. Generally this amounts to 25% of the total gross rents received from rental properties, although exemptions and lower rates may apply depending on your situation. How you can you ensure you are getting the best return from your rental investment if you are a non-resident? Filing non-resident tax (NR4) At RE/MAX of Nanaimo Property Management we will make the monthly remittance…