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    Reality shock - development approval granted

    https://pdonline.brisbane.qld.gov.au/MasterViewUI/Modules/PropertyMaster/default.aspx?page=wrapper&Key=454207 So, after running head first into the excitement of 'developing' and getting a reality check of just how difficult things can get, albeit we definitely didnt take the easy route! now...
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    Update and knee jerk decisions

    Far too long! Will redo...sorry!
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    Advice on a family matter please!

    Almost 2 years ago my husbands NZ parents decided to build a house more suited to their age requirements. It is a small 2 bed house on a reasonable sized block and would only suit a certain market. Ideal for a retirement couple but in a large estate suited to young families. They approached us...
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    Property management course suggestions

    Hi All, Am looking to start a new development, units on one title so a buy and hold. I live 10 mins from IP and am considering managing the property myself and am looking for some feedback on this. Including the pitfalls. I do not work outside the home and youngest of 4 kids is 11. It is...
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    conflicting advice on set up/structure

    Hi all, as I have posted before with details of purchase I will just do a 'small' recap for basic info. purchased a property in herston qld. for $705k plus duty and costs, in my name only (wife/no income) planned to move existing duplex to front of block and add additional 2 units. small...
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    Demo granted on appeal...what next?

    Hi guys, well it has taken 7 long months to finally get the go ahead on a demo of an Art Deco in a DCP area. Town planner talking about getting architect to look at 4-6 units/4 townhouses etc and not sure which way to go so thought I would seek some experienced advice on here! It is an 822...
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    Rejected on demo in DCP area

    Hi All, it's been a While since I have had a question to post (and also don't have enough knowledge to give!) bought First IP. In brisbane Art Deco/stucco house with red tiled roof that has 2 units, a 2 bedroom and 3 b/r but on single title. LMR zoned. House pretty grotty, but stable, broken...
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    Flood insurance

    Hi We have bought a duplex property in herston brisbane. Parts of herston flooded but the road we purchased on is on a hill and couldn't flood as any water would just run down the property onto the road and beyond due to the sloping lay of the land. The flood wise map shows we are "not at...
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    Titles and loans

    Hi all, A quick question on loans! Bought an IP in my name (hubby works I don't -cash positive prop.) so title is in my name. Will be borrowing to renovate, what is the best option Take out new construction loan in my name with hubby going gaurantor on loan Take out loan in both...
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    How to start?

    Hi all, total newbie and probably totally confused!! we have just bought a property (first real IP) settlement date in couple of weeks and have probably jumped in too quickly without the know how to follow up. It is in brisbane, LMR zoned/multi dwelling, contract in my name, not hubbys, as...
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    Just crazy enough?

    Hi guys, we have had some accidental IP's over the time due to being expats in other countries so have bought and sold, gained and lost but came out on top again by accident due to 2 gains in Sydney offsetting a big loss in Ireland and another gain allowing our PPOR plus our savings to be...
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