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    Blenz Properties - Anyone know about this mob?

    From: Crispin Dobson I have received an offer to invest mezzanine finance with Blenz Properties, 30% return paid on project completion (could easily do better elsewhere). They have a web site www.blenzproperties.com.au which shows them offering Reno workshops as well. Has anyone had any...
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    The Navra Weekend

    Reply: 2.1 From: Crispin Dobson Steve - you're a legend. What a fantastic eye opening 2 days! No need to repeat the benefits above. I'm looking forward to our one on one where you are going to tell me I'm already financially independent but I don't know it yet. And Australia beat the...
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    Deposit Bond Tax Deduction Timing

    From: Crispin Dobson I have one investment property in my own name. I am looking at buying an off the plan apartment, also in my own name, due for completion in 3 to 4 years time, and securing it with a deposit bond (can you believe $5,800 for 48 months?)and also a property advocate's fee of...
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    where do i get IP bargains?

    Reply: 1 From: Crispin Dobson Try the answer proposed by Dolf De Roos, along the lines of the 100:10:3:1 rule. Inspect 100 likely properties in your price range: make bargain offers on 10: have 3 offers accepted: purchase the best one. Then repeat. In other words, there is no bargain...
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    Accessing Superannuation funds for PI

    From: Crispin Dobson Does anyone know how to use funds in a DIY Super fund to leverage in to property investment? I am aware that super funds cannot borrow, but they can form partnerships with entities that can. What are the pros and cons? How is it done? Thanks, Crispin
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    Emerging Market Trends

    From: Crispin Dobson Happy New Year gang! I've been reading in various newsletters and reports recently about a slowly changing demand pattern for IPs. In particular, the basic unit/apartment for 20-30 year old renters that has been popular with developers and investors over the past few...
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    Best Wishes to All.....

    Reply: 1.1.1.1.1.1 From: Crispin Dobson Merry Christmas to all. Drive safely, don't pig out. I wish you all a prosperous New Year and many profitable IPs. Regards, Crispin
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    Land values - NSW

    Reply: 1.1.1.1 From: Crispin Dobson If you want the values for free, try going to the local Council chambers and look thru their sales records. It is filed yearly, on a street by street basis. All you need is time. Cheers, Crispin
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