Recent content by marg4000

While you are at it, have a good look at your agreement with the RE agent. Sometimes they are entitled to commission even if the sale does not go through. Marg

Smith family scholarships to disadvantaged kids. Education can be their way out of poverty. Marg

And if there are children involved.... Marg

Good decision. No matter what the agent says or does, it would be YOUR signature on the declarations, and YOU would pay the penalty for false statements. Marg

The high school I work at always supplies gloves. Marg

A PM is usually not qualified, nor paid, to manage a project of this size. It is doubtful that the PM has the expertise to know if the job has been done properly or not. Marg

As said, do not settle. It may take months dragging through courts to evict. Marg

So what does the "property type " look like? For all you know they may have been successful property investors for decades. Marg

Exterior photos only suggest that it is still in its post flood condition inside. Possibly demolition best option. Marg

Personally, I suggest you live a little. At 23 and with 3 IPs, why not take the opportunity to travel and experience life to the full rather than " live like a monk"! You are only young once. Marg

Use it as a bargaining tool to reduce the purchase price and exclude the guarantee. Marg

A cash offer is not necessarily an unconditional contract as there can be other get out clauses on the contract. Our daughter has just bought a house in Queensland. All negotiation was verbal, and when everything agreed they arranged to sign the contract the following day. I must admit I was...

It looks in quite good shape. First if all, ensure the basics are sound. Re stump if necessary, check all electrical wirng and plumbing and check the roof. Before you start making alterations I suggest you live there for a year or so to see how your family uses the spaces. I'd hold...

So where is Brisbane's "golden triangle"? Marg?

Yes they can unless the account is in their name. Marg