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Hiya, I'm renovating an IP that was recently purchased. The painter mentioned poor roof condition, which was not mentioned on the Building Inspection Report. I called the building inspector who went back to the premises, and I haven't heard from him in 2 days. I've just received a...

So here's the story: I signed up new tenants on the weekend and today I get a call from the 'hubby' saying that they have split up! She's staying in the property and he wants his name out of the lease. I haven't mailed them a copy of the signed lease, so I guess I could argue that they...

I had a bad tenant in Qld whom I evicted due to non payment of rent and water, and it turns out he's trashed the property as well. Even after NRMA paid for lost rent and malicious damage (capped at 10K), I'm still out of pocket by 5K. :mad: I'm thinking of going to the tribunal. However...

Hi all, So my new granny flat is ready for rental and I've just set up an account with Supagas to supply 2 gas bottles for the HWS and cooking. The question is who pays for the refills and what happens when the tenants move out? How do I determine how much they've used, since there's...

Hi all, I'm in the process of applying for a loan pre-approval. The bank queried a recent QBE search in my credit file. I have never dealt with QBE. Should I be concerned and check my credit file? Cheers, dreamgirl

Hiya! Where would you buy if you had a budget of approx 400K? I had been looking for an IP around Penrith, Cranebrook, Cambridge Park & Werrington Downs but now thinking of venturing to Central Coast. I'm looking for a buy-and-hold investment with potential to add a granny flat...

Hiya! I'm planning to purchase my next property via a Trust, in which I am the guarantor and sole beneficiary. I'm also the sole director of the corporate trustee. Just wondering if I will be able to access the equity in this Trust later on to purchase another property in my name or in...

Hiya, I'm planning to build a 2-bedroom GF in Lethbridge Park. Just wondering how much rent it would fetch. I've been told $250 - $280. Would appreciate hearing from landlords who are renting out GFs in the area. Thanks, dreamgirl

Hiya, I've been quoted $80/sqm to pave a patio. Does this sound reasonable? Cheers, dreamgirl

Hiya, I've advertised a Granville granny flat on gumtree for the past 3 weeks and haven't had much luck. Fortunately, the tenant only moved out on Tuesday. Yesterday, I had an offer from prospective tenant (newly weds) who doesn't have a rental history and owns a 'cash business.' If not...

Hi all, Just received a quote to install a whirly bird, repaint bathroom ceiling (flaky & mouldy) and fix a cornice. Was quoted $1595! Labour component was 20hrs @ $55. I nearly fell off my seat! This is way more than I expected... :eek: Can anyone recommend a local handyman? Many...

Hi all, I'm expecting that the next interest rate move would be further downwards. So I'm asking would you fix at 5.79% for 2 years? Cheers, dreamgirl

Hiya My property manager just received the bill to regas a 2.5hp aircon - it seems steep! Has anyone had a similar scenario and how much was the bill? Many thanks...

Hiya, I'm currently searching for another property in Western Sydney. It'll be my 4th property in NSW (incl my PPOR). I'm starting to shudder at the thought of Land Tax as I'm now over the 387K threshold. It'll mean having to pay 1.6% tax on land value. My decision to buy again in...

Hi all, Is there an SS group that regularly meets in western Sydney area? dreamgirl

Hiya, I'm considering signing up for a mentoring program. Has anyone in this forum tried it and has it paid dividends? I feel somewhat stuck. I've reached that level when the banks are saying NO. :confused: So I'm looking for other options to keep ploughing on. Thanks, dreamgirl

Hi all, Is anyone familiar with GF rules in Qld & Vic? Do they have something similar to NSW's 10-day approval scheme? Council or private certifiers? Minimum land area? Side & back boundary? Would appreciate all your input... Jo

I have recently settled on an IP in the Parramatta Council area. It has a garage which I'm planning to convert into a granny flat. This will be my first granny flat. I have made prelim. enquiry with the council & was advised that applic'n could take up to 12wks and council costs approx...