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I have a brick house in Brisbane that is on a larger block of land (1095m2). I was advised years ago that the land could be sub-divided. However, the house sits right in the middle of where the sub-division is. I have checked to see if the house can be moved. It cannot be. I am not keen on...

Where do you see rates by the end of 2012? Up, down or on hold? How much of a change (100 basis points? 50 basis points?)? Please provide reasons as well for your answers.

Hi everyone, Been looking into purchasing a property in the USA. My question is, if the property is cashflow positive, the income received will be subjected to tax in the USA. Will this income be double taxed if I transfer the funds to Australia? I have been onto the ATO website...

Hi everyone, I am doing some research into purchasing property in the USA. Like with any property purchase, alot of research should be done beforehand to ensure a successful investment. I am asking if anyone has had any experience with purchasing property in the USA and what tips they...

Hi everyone, I am looking at setting up a discretionary trust where myself and my partner are the trustees and primary beneficiaries. We are looking at purchasing 2 units in the next few weeks in QLD. I have a few questions that I would be grateful for if you could answer. 1) If both...

Hi everyone, I am considering expanding my portfolio to include properties in mining towns. I have found many cashflow positive properties in these areas but I have a couple of questions for people who have done this before so I can avoid the same mistakes. 1) What are some tips for...

Hi guys, I have a problem I hope you guys can help with - Heres the story... I have a fully furnished apartment that is now 3 years old. When the first PM rented the property to the tenants, the furniture was in perfect condition. The first PM was very lousy though so I ended up...

With the RBA meeting next week, what does everyone think will happen to AUDUSD if the cash rate: A) Remains the same B) Increases by .25 C) Increases by .50 I am a undecided whether the Aussie will be weaker or stronger if the RBA decide to rise rates by 0.25. What are your thoughts...

With the RBA meeting next week, what does everyone think will happen to AUDUSD if the cash rate: A) Remains the same B) Increases by .25 C) Increases by .50 I am a undecided whether the Aussie will be weaker or stronger if the RBA decide to rise rates by 0.25. What are your thoughts...

Hi everyone, I am a regular viewer on here but this is my first post so I hope you can all help. I currently own a IP in Brisbane which I made a big mistake fixing for 5yrs at 8.97% :eek: (lesson learnt - dont always listen to the media). I did this because I was afraid of the double...