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In the same way that one should look for certain attributes in a resi property manager, I was hoping for some pointers on what to look for in choosing a commercial leasing agent; in my case in Sydney. What questions should I ask them and what to look for? Thanks in advance. regards...

Hello Everyone, We've just been sent one of those Neighbour Notification letters informing us we have 14 days to lodge any applications against the proposed knockdown & rebuild McMansion next door. We were hoping for some advice as what to look for when we go to Council and view the plans...

Hello, Our shed is slowly falling apart and we need to put some thought to getting a new one. Can anyone give us some pointers on who to go to get a good one in Sydney? I'd love to have one that's cedar. The colorbond ones are no fun in summer. Thanks in advance. Kenny

Hello Everyone, Having had my brain numbed with reading through numerous PDS's for Managed Funds got me wondering how other Forumites who invest in managed funds actually decided which ones to go into. I'm sure we've all heard of the "Past performance is not guarantee of future results."...

Hello Everyone, Non Property Question, sorry but it's that time of year. :) I'm just looking at renewing my prepaid fixed margin loan and was wondering if anyone can point me to the best rate. I don't need anything fancy. With ANZ currently and have seen the Suncorp offer for 7.15% for...

Hello, We came out of an exhausting Body Corporate meeting for one of our apartment IP's last night and I thought I would share some points with anyone who owns a strata titled property. Probably something that others do already so please excuse me. It is imperative that you actually read...

Hello, Would anyone know if there is arsenic leaching out of all treated pine products. We are settling on a PPOR which has used treated pine as retaining walls and around garden beds and are concerned about the risk to the kids playing and touching the timber. We've heard that there are...

Hi Everyone, Over the years, many people have told me to look at buying houses over apartments as IP's. Can anyone help with defining why one over the other? My guesses are: Houses: 1. Own the land. Land Appreciates. Buildings depreciate. 2. Control. Costs and decisions are in...

Hello Everyone, I'd like some opinions on whether it is better to hold inspections for selling an apartment with it furnished or empty. I realise this is a bit of a "How long is a piece of string? question. Let's say it is a large well kept 3 bedder with two balconies. Agents have been...

Hi everyone, Is there a regular list of average yields for each suburb in API mag or Residex etc? Or can someone direct me to a site with the data? Thanks in advance. Regards, Kenny

Hi Everyone, There's probably a simple answer why realestate.com.au requires one to be a registered agent to advertise with them. Can anyone explain it to me, thanks? They will allow holiday and share accommodation listings, BTW. Where do private sellers list on the internet? Thanks...

I'd appreciate any advice, thanks. New tenants have moved into our Wagga Wagga IP house and have found that the gas cooktop doesn't work. Previous tenants for a year had not complained about it. PM sent in tradies for a quote for the 900mm cooktop. For cooktop $460 For install $220...

Hello Everyone, Can anyone suggest some useful recent titles to start me off on the road to learning how to invest into the direct commercial property market? With the spin I'm getting from some rather disdainful agents, I'm ready to just go into Property trusts instead. Thank you all...

Hello everyone, I have recently put down a deposit for a nice 5 bd house in central Wagga Wagga. It's immaculate and in a desirable area for executive or family rental. The agency who sold me the property have sent me a PM agreement which is a little pricier than I am used to in Sydney...