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Hi all This is in this forum because its with regard to a "rejuv". Anyone have any experience with this: the idea is that when the house goes on the market, it looks better furnished. I'd like to know the situation with insurance of the furniture? I hear that the insurers are unwilling to...

Hi all Does anyone know where I can find something in plain english about the laws relating to adverse possession in Australia? I have tried searching the 'net but there are only legal cases out there which are complex. I am looking for something that maybe the department of land admin (or...

Hi all, One for those knowledgeable in tax. Is CGT calculated from the date (i) a contract (ie. offer to purchase) is signed (ii) a contract becomes unconditional (iii) transfer of the property is stamped, or (iv) when the transfer is registered??? Thanks

Regulation Regulation is a good concept, but what difference will it really make - look at the scams still being pulled in the heavily regulated financial planning industry. There are not enough resources to deal with this porblem. And all the poor sheep (ie. soon to be retired baby boomers...

'The Property Development Process: Western Australia' by H.L. Reynolds & P.L Yes, it is aimed at large scale developments and is quite general, but why don't you think that the same principles in the book apply to small scale developments? The DCF's (discounted cashflows) are invaluable and...

Four Corners POSTED 2nd time, edited: Thought the show was interesting; at least the Hanna Bros were willing to be interviewed, unlike some others on the program. Why anyone would think that a bank has a responsibility to inform the borrowers that they are buying overpriced is beyond me - they...

Thought the show was interesting; at least the Hanna Bros were willing to be interviewed, unlike some others on the program. Why anyone would think that a bank has a responsibility to inform the borrowers that they are buying overpriced is beyond me - they are ripping us off in other ways...

From: Francoise B Hi all Your thoughts & experiences would be appreciated on this. Neighbour of an IP enquired whether we could cut down a 6m tall gum tree in our yard because its putting too many leaves on his roof. My first reaction was this is a large cost and would reduce my cashflow. Any...

Reply: 3.1.1 From: Francoise B Hi Bruce, How long have you had your serviced apartment? Great to hear both the +ve and -ve views. I am also considering such a deal in Perth - by the River, 5 mins from (but not IN) the CBD. Hurdles I am trying to come to terms with are: 1) not very liquid...

From: Francoise B Hi all, Been away for a a while (2000 postings later!) Some fab postings, as usual. Any comments on www.internationalsuccessgroup.com ?? They're coming to Oz later this month, (including Perth!) Offering a FREE 1 day (8am to 6pm) seminar. Any thoughts?? Francoise...

From: Francoise B Any ideas about what one should be checking out when venturing into a property syndicate? Biggest question is, how can one retrieve one's money if something goes wrong? Wrong - eg. project does not get completed, thus no product to sell/rent out. Time frame far longer that...

From: Francoise B Greetings all, Can anyone offer any advice/information about the most tax-effective way to structure a property syndicate? This syndicate aims to buy a run down property, spend some time and money on a rejuvenation/renovation to increase its value, then sell it a short while...

Reply: 1.1.1 From: Francoise B Also try http://business.thewest.com.au then go to the real estate section. Francoise

Reply: 1.1 From: Francoise B Hi Justin, Sorry you couldn't make it. It was a fantastic turnout of people with a wide range of backgrounds, skills and knowledge, including newbies. About 25 persons. It was great to have special guest Robert Forward, leader of Sydney Freestylers, at our...

Reply: 3.1.1 From: Francoise B Hello - very interesting postings. Can some please explain the difference between a "capital based tenant" and an "operations based tenant"??

Reply: 1.1.1.1.1.2.1.1.1.1 From: Francoise B This reply is a little late, but I have only just read this post. Interesting to note that ole "Ras" hasn't replied yet to the post from TW about his criticism of RK. Yes, I am certainly a fan of RK and can just about credit him as the reason why...

Why I don't buy from property marketers Reply: 1.1 From: Francoise B RE: Parktrent - for what its worth, this is my view: I went to their seminar in Perth on 5Oct2000. Have been to over 20 different seminars, so I can make comparisons! They were very one-sided, in that they showed the stock...

Reply: 1 From: Francoise B On 5/24/01 4:06:00 PM, Victor Mann wrote: >Investors should be aware that >the 4&5 year fixed rates all >rose today. Some banks by >nearly 1%. Don't plan on them >staying put either the market >is becoming a little volatile >at the moment. So if your >hunting for...

From: Francoise B Does anyone know if the depreciation rates for IP's have changed recently? If so, how does one calculate depreciation, and can the relevant info. be found at the ever-so-easy to use ATO website?

Reply: 3.1.1.1 From: Francoise B Does anyone have experience with rental property managers in Perth? Both the places I am currently trying (one IP with each) charge 8.5% (not incl. GST). I am testing them and will go with the one I am happiest with after 12 months. May also have more...