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    Could software be tax deductible?

    Gotcha, thanks for taking the time to elaborate.
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    Could software be tax deductible?

    "but get professional advice". 4 key words. My advice recieved, some time ago, was this was the threshold where you are 'in the business of investment property'. But I did also type first 'i think'. What on earth are you trying to say here: "IP owners should steer clear of commercial...
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    Investar Search Tool - Group membership?

    Hi there, The corporate memberships are for companies in the real estate industry. You need to be a verified company and there are a number of checks and balances. It is not designed for group membership. There are strict licensing agreements in place with the various data providers...
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    Real Estate Investar - Group Membership

    Hi there, Agreed on last comment. The corporate memberships are for companies in the real estate industry. You need to be a verified company and there are a number of checks and balances. It is not designed for group membership. There are strict licensing agreements in place with the...
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    Could software be tax deductible?

    Hi there, You can use it to manage your existing investments, under the Portfolio Manager memberships. Hence this should be tax deductible, but get professional advice. It also integrates with Xero. If you have multiple properties, i think the magic number is 3, it is a tool for your...
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    What are the best free websites for suburb and property data?

    Real Estate Investar have launched a 21 Day Free trial, along with new tools. I now need to do this: *Disclaimer: I may or may not now be an employee or Real Estate Investar Fact still remains, unlimited free use, 21 days.
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    why is APM valuations so low

    They use a computer algorithm, as well as comperables in and around the target property. With regards to APM, try the My Research function which enables you to set the filters and choose the comperables. Using the Summary tab will then enable you to look at Median, Average, High and Low to...
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    More desirable areas of Traralgon

    I own a couple in Churchill. I really like the area, lots of development due to the town centre infrastructure. Monash Uni a great anchor Tennant bringing people through. There are bad areas though, speak to,the local agents, I believe worse over on the Uni side.
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    Ballarat - Period Homes

    I bought in Alfredton and Mount a Clear in 2010. Been a pretty flat market but yields have been ok (4bedroom homes). In saying flat, I have seen some 20 per cent growth. I feel pretty good about the market, and would buy there again. I think over the long term Ballarat looks solid. I...
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    Target 2020! My retirement goal - some advice please?

    Yep, thats the weakness. Unfortunately set it all up and underway before exploring other avenues. Going forward will be utilising tax structures.
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    Target 2020! My retirement goal - some advice please?

    Hi there, LOC is secured against multiple properties, draw down and added to LOC as possible only for investment costs. The last property, #11, was a SMSF purchase. I had some cash there and decided to use it to invest in property, on top of shares. All others bought as Tennants in...
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    What would you do with this debt/income?

    Good luck! I think that's a solid plan. Take a year to study property investment, set a budget, stick to,it, and save.
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    What would you do with this debt/income?

    Actually, one thing that might just help you. Get him the book or audio book of 'The Millionaire Nextdoor'. This one was a life changer for me and was used to help set my goals and process.
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    What would you do with this debt/income?

    Based on your numbers, 1200 seems very little to pay? Sounds like you need to sort out your goals, budget etc. Don't necessarily need a financial planner, but some discipline and planning perhaps.
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    Ashfield, NSW

    Hold!! Plenty of growth to be had there long term. Still lots of people trying to buy in now. Recently there was some new abs stats released that showed massive growth accross Australia, especially NSW. As such, with the geography, water, mountains etc, they're coming to you!! :)
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