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Thanks for the feedback

Hi we just bought a 30 year old 2 storey IP. I been told that the verandah wooden railings do not meet current building standards as the gaps are too wide. We were planning to do something about it ASAP. The tenants asked if they can staple shade cloth along the railings to block the gaps...

Thanks MM and Propertunity much appreciated MCD

Hi Could you please supply some advice. In a vacant IP which has a phone but the service has been disconnected who pays the connection fee when new tenants move in. Thanks MCD

Thanks Richie The vendor has told me the GF is not approved and that it will be mentioned in the contract MCD

Hi, I've also been told to check with EBM, has anyone used EBM in a similar situation thanks MCD

Thanks for all the feedback Unfortunately I think the GF is too close to the boundary for approval. The building is approved, but not as a GF. Will contact GIO Thanks for the tip on title insurance, I read the fine print, it seems you are only covered for non-approved work you were not...

Hi, I'm looking at a property with House and not approved granny flat in the backyard Any advice re which company will insure a House with unapproved granny flat. The GF is in an approved garage with approved bathroom, the kitchen is not approved. Thanks MCD

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Hi I'm considering converting a double garage into a granny flat; any recommendations for a good certifier on the Central Coast will be appreciated Thanks MCD

thanks again MCD

thanks for the advice MCD

Hi I would appreciate some advice on average fees Property Managers charge. What percentage on the rent etc Thanks MCD

print up some flyers re the traffic issue suggesting your neighbours complain to council (include council contact phone number and address) and do a letter box drop in your street.

Hi Nards We got new bathroom tiles/basin/mirror at auction at a great price. Check your local yellow pages. Floor tiles different to wall tiles for contrast. Tiled 3/4 up the walls then painted the top 1/4.