Recent content by mdv2008

The area is really nice. We bought a brand new (off the plan) 3 bedroom unit in Oakpark in Nov 2007. We paid $360K. Location is just 200 meters from Oakpark station and on high side of the road etc. Bank has valued the property for 450K now. MDV,

We bought a three bedroom unit in Melbourne in mid 2007 off the plan. Paid 360K and around 3 thousand in curtains / blinds. Bank has now valued this for 450K. So it looks good. MDV,

Thanks Spiderman, My husband also says we should not give up so easily as this area has many plus points. We are still thinking. If it was for investment only we would'nt worry so much but we want to live there after some time. we are still thinking.

Thanks a lot, this would really help. We also found somebody who lives there and is not very happy with the area. So we might have to go somewhere else. Thanks again, MDV

We want some advice on Chadstone and Ashwood areas close to Jordanvile station. We are looking to buy withing 1 km of Jordavile station. Do these area have lot of housing commission properties? We are planning to live there. Would really appreciate some advice on this. Mount Waverley is good...

Hi everyone, we are looking for new home builders in Melbourne, to build our PPOR next year. It will be a single storey, 4 bedroom house. we would really appreciate if someone can suggest few good builders in Melbourne. Thanks, MDV.

We are also looking for a builder in Melbourne, to add a big family room and garage to existing house. thanks for the idea,

Sorry, 54sqm is the area of family room and dining. garage will be in addition to this. Thanks, MDV

Hi everyone, We want to add a 54sqm (9x6) family / dining room and double garage to our existing house. It is in excellent condition and very good location. I am seeking advice on how much it can cost. Also it will be very helpful if someone knows about a less expensive builder in Melbourne...

Hi Everyone, Thanks a lot for your advice. We are relieved if the antenna stays there. But I its not Foxtel, it is some other antenna where they get overseas TV channels (other languages). We will find out what they are going to do as they are moving out in March. Thanks, MDV

Hi All, I am a regular reader on this forum. In our new IP, tenants have installed a dish antenna on roof without taking our permission. We came know about this when our agent went for first inspection. I am afraid they may have damaged the roof etc. Any advice - what shall we do now...

Hi everyone, I am not planning to do this but just wanted to know if something like this is practically possible. (for worst case scenario). Thanks, MDV

Thanks everyone for your response. It will be really helpful in my decision. MDV,

I am still new to this forum and not sure if this is a good question. If I have some equity in my IP (say around 100K). Can I use this money (as LOC) to pay the minimum monthly installment of same IP or other IPs? Thanks, MDV

Thanks Everyone, your response is very helpful. I will consider the areas mentioned above and see where I can get the best. Personally I would prefer Ringwood. Thanks, MDV