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BTW - the example i posted came into my mind after looking at the property in the link below. The scope of the renovation is in reality much bigger than the limited items above - and should include, in my view - knocking down few walls, getting rid of an old SPA in the living room..., move or...

Thx to all - very useful info! MRCCON - if you could upload the pictures - it would be excellent.

Looking for a while after the right property for a PPOR around Melbourne bayside area - and looks to me that im not able to have a good guess around reno cost. Would appreciate your views on the cost of the below (as an example) - Renovation of - 1. 3 bathrooms - replace all including tiles...

What happens in case of an auction? is it still valid to add few conditions after the auction and before signing (subject to finance, pest insepction, building inspection etc...) or it is to be done in advance?

Thx for the inputs! I’m looking for a family PPOR at bayside area, Melbourne (Highett, Hampton, Cheltenham, Sandringham etc...) . Generally speaking, prices are high across all reasonable dwellings - however - somewhat more affordable for TH in good areas - while for a house in a similar price...

good inputs. Indeed is for PPOR - so focusing on CG. So far can see that TH are cheaper - so it helps with the $$$ numbers...- however - with their limited land and freedom for future reno / changes - cant see how they gain much CG in comparison with houses.

Hi, I?m struggling to get a clear view on the following question - for PPOR - what is a better financial move - to buy a new townhouse in a very good location or an older house (obviously with bigger land etc...) compromising on the location and house facilities? Since its PPOR ,would be...

Hi, Was checking multiple options to buy a property in Melbourne bayside suburbs - (Hampton, Highett, Cheltenham, Beaumarris, Sandringham...) - as PPOR (3 or 4 bed) or as an investment while I keep renting in the area. Looks like the prices in last 4-6 weeks went up dramatically, as a result...