2005, a time for renewal and a time for real estate market changes. We are going
to witness economic shifts in all regions of the country. Our economic models are
telling us that some markets will be flat, some will be DROPPING, while others will
be growing substantially above average. As a real estate investor it is important
to stay on top of these trends -so you don't get caught. And that's what this newsletter
and the revamped www.reincanada.com web site (launching in late February) will be
doing for you. So let's get right to the latest on the Canadian real estate markets.
Quick note of Congratulations The graduates of the Quickstart Home Study Program
and the REIN Members have just surpassed another milestone; They have now purchased
10,105 Canadian properties valued at $941,700,000 (almost a billion dollars!). if
you haven't started using the Quickstart program, this success alone should get
you motivated. The system is proven, it works in YOUR area and best of all you receive
a full 100% money-back guarantee. For more details on how you can grab control and
start cutting through the hype and focus on your results click here:
http://www.reinreport.com/product/tabid/59/p-23-quickstart-homestudy.aspx
The Economy and how it affects us as real estate investors. If you have been a subscriber
of this newsletter for the 6 years, you've enjoyed taking advantage of the accurate
research we've been providing. I guess that's why so many subscribers are doing
so well (thanks for the wonderful success stories you send to
info@albertarein.com!) Well, this year promises to be even better. We've
added another member to our research team making us a contingent of 7 people focused
on the Canadian real estate market. Here are our latest findings - some great news
and some not so great: ALBERTA Well, what can you say about Alberta and its future?
Here are some very interesting facts that will help you see why the Top 10 Alberta
Towns (http://www.albertarein.com/top10.asp
) in this province will be such huge performers in 2005. Energy is going to be the
big item of contention over the next 20 years. With China looking for increasingly
more energy and the US continuing to lead the world in consumption - the demand
for 'SAFE' and easy oil will dramatically increase. The Middle East and Venezuela
have proven to be risky investments (to say the least) for oil companies, so they
are looking at other sources, including North America.
However, if you analyze the North American market you see a wonderful situation
forming (if you are an investor putting long-term money into Alberta). A recent
release of a listing of all proven North American Oil Reserves revealed a shocking
stat. Here are the regions where the US can get oil from, along with their approximate
known reserves: Alaska 4.68 billion barrels California 3.63 billion barrels Texas
area 15.67 billion barrels Rest of US 7.85 billion barrels Compare those figures
to Alberta and you will suddenly see why sophisticated investors are pouring their
long-term money in the province: Alberta 176.10 billion barrels of known reserves.
This equals a 100 year reserve at the current pace. And the price to remove oil
from the oil sands has dropped to approximately $8.50 per barrel, meaning that the
area is not subject to a shut-down if oil prices drop... even if it drops by 50%.
Stability like this equals long term investment by major oil companies, bringing
increased jobs and higher wages. It has been shown that every direct oil patch job
brings 3 additional jobs to the province. So what does this mean to real estate
investors? Simply, the demand for real estate (rentals and purchases) will be increasing
towards 2014 (and possibly beyond). Higher demand = higher values. In Edmonton 2005
will bring the 1st plateau in their boom. We will see values increase by approx
7%, while at the same time vacancy rates will remain high and probably increase.
This rental plateau is a short lived blip (8 - 12 months) and will provide purchasers
access to many motivated vendors who don't understand the cycles of real estate.
Keep your eyes and ears open for great deals (even as average values increase).
In Calgary we will see the city once again gain its position as the economic leader
in all of Canada. The GDP growth for Calgary should lead the country, and in-migration
of workers from across Canada will grow back to the levels we saw 2 - 3 years ago.
The plateau has ended for investors in Calgary, as those who are using marketing
techniques are filling suites and selling properties more quickly than had been
occurring over the last 18 months. Watch for a very strong increase in values in
2005 and a significant population increase, coupled with a strengthening of the
rental market. (YES, you will be able to increase your rents by the end of the year!)
ONTARIO The Ontario market will prove to have pockets of amazing returns, combined
with areas with flat results. The Top 10 Ontario Towns To Invest In (http://www.ontariorein.com/index.php?function=viewcategory&categoryid=2
) will lead the province in growth, both in value and lower vacancy rates. The tri
cities of Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge will see an increase in demand for properties
as the new revitalization begins to take shape in the downtowns. The new colleges
and universities slated to be developed in the area will help the rental market
stay very strong, and drive values skyward. Watch for opportunities that involve
student housing and transportation improvements. The Ottawa region should see values
increase by approximately 5% this year, despite a slowdown in housing starts. The
contentious issue will be transportation. However, as an investor focusing on fundamentals
(using the REIN Quickstart system), you will see opportunities appearing where you
would have never thought possible. (i.e. to identify the next boom areas look for
redevelopment, as well as new transportation announcements) Select areas of Hamilton
will do a BOOMING business this year as the development of the new freeway continues
to attract commuters and open up opportunities for companies to move their operations
(and bring jobs to) the area. If you stick with the Top 10 Towns, and keep your
investment horizon as long-term wealth, it will be hard to go wrong in the Ontario
market (make sure you follow the system, as only properties that fit the system
will perform well.) You may have to look farther afield than just in your town or
neighbourhood to find properties that work. Do not buy on hype. The Quickstart Program
is being taught LIVE in Toronto in April 2005 (16th & 17th), and as a subscriber
you also receive a discount on this as well. When you buy the Home Study version
today, I will send you a coupon allowing you to attend the LIVE event for only $147
(instead of $687 others will be paying). Click here to take advantage of this subscribers
only offer:
http://www.albertarein.com/insidersreports.asp?function=viewarticle&articleid=51
(Although this link will take you to our secure Alberta site, the attendance certificate
you receive is good in any province!) Please make 2005 the year you focus on fundamentals
and not buy into any hype. The market will take care of you, if you take care of
the fundamentals. Thank you for being a valued subscriber. Our commitment is to
provide you with everything you need to help make 2005 your most successful year
ever - all you need to bring is commitment and energy. Hope to see you soon, Don
R. Campbell and the REIN Team "Turning Real Estate Dreams Into Realities... One
Investor at a Time since 1992!" P.S. Watch for Don R. Campbell's latest book coming
to a book store near you in April. Published by the highly respected publishing
company Wiley & Sons, the book titled 'Real Estate Investing in Canada' will
detail the journey of a Canadian real estate investor and how he creates success
working with the fundamentals, and cutting through the hype. It is a must read for
all Canadian real estate investors. P.P.S. Please feel free to forward this message
on to anyone who is taking advantage of the Canadian real estate market. The more
knowledge an investor (or potential investor) has, the more likely they are to achieve
success. Share your knowledge.