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    Wealth protection question

    This is a hypothetical question and does not specifically relate to my own circumstances :) Suppose a person (call him Joe) dies and leaves a will bequeathing his Estate 100% to his partner (call her Sally). Let’s say that prior to his death they had joint loans for a number of IP’s (each...
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    Garage Doors

    I am looking for a double garage door with remote for my PPOR. I have a few quotes. I am not sure which make is best. So far the quotes for doors are manufactured either by Centurion or B&D. Does anyone have any suggestions ie which is a good manufacturer, after sales support etc? Cheers S
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    Investing in Interstate IP's-Feedback sought on resource

    I work at TAFE as a Multimedia lecturer and recently asked my students to do a FLASH based project as an assessment . The project is an interactive presentation on "investing in interstate residential property". I had a choice of several topics to ask the students to choose from..the...
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    Angelo Mena: Excellent Adelaide BA

    I have just gone unconditional on a property in Hallett Cove that was sourced for me by Angelo Mena. He is a Buyer's Agent and occassionally contributes to the forum. I must say he has been outstanding and worked VERY hard for me. And this in a market that has been going absolutely...
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    Interesting episode-what would you have done?

    Wife and I went for a coffee today at the local Miss Maud's. After finishing we paid the girl at the till. As we were leaving, I noticed a $50 and another $5 note lying on the floor. The money was not ours ...so obviously, a patron just before us had dropped the money. Being the honest souls...
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    Ownership confusion

    I was looking through my council rates for my Perth investment property and noticed that it lists my partner and I as the owners. I find this strange because the property was acquired through a Trust (at least the contract document states this) for which we are the trustees. My interstate...
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    Help me-electrician

    Hi Wonder if anyone could give some advice on an electrical problem with one of my IP's. For some reason, the telly flickers like crazy and the tenant is complaining about constantly blowing light bulbs. We tried the more expensive brands of globes but same result. Have had electricians...
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    Electrician-North of River, Perth

    Can anyone recommend a good sparky North of River? I'm having frequent power surges in my IP and and already had it looked at by 2 electricians and Western Power. Apparently, Western Power think it's either the cabling with my A/c or the A/c unit itself. As I have not been entirely satisfied...
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    ANZ valuers Brisbane

    I am thinking of buying an IP in Brisbane soon. Does anyone know who is on the ANZ panel of valuers in Brisbane- Bayside area ie around Wynnum, Lota or Manly. Knowing this now will save me the hassles later. Cheers
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    Selling IP-Cannington, WA: My Dilemma

    I have an IP in Cannington, WA-walking distance from carousel and close to train, buses and uni. I am planning to sell it but am not sure if I can trust an agent. I last sold an IP in Forrestfield and got badly done by the agent-who purpotedly was representing my best interests. So I am a bit...
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    Selling property in WA-No settlement date on contract

    I accepted an offer for the property I was selling 2 months ago in Perth. As it was contingent upon the buyer selling his own property the Real Estate Agent did not indicate a settlement date. The buyer has since sold his property and is now dragging his feet on settlement. I urgently want...
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    DIY property mgt-Perth

    I have an investement property in Cannington, Perth. I have been using the local agents but so far most of them have been extremely disappointing. I am already self-managing another investment property and doing very well. However, I am a bit reluctant to take over mgt of the Cannington...
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    Split loan confusion

    I currently own two investment properties while paying off my own home. Currently my lenders have organised an investmment loan (interest only) for the two investments and a P& I loan for my own home. The breakdown is as follows: Investment1- Loan Amount $167,000 Investment2-Loan amount...
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    Contract for sale of land or strata title form-WA

    I would like to sell one of my properties in Perth without going through an agent. I was wondering if anyone knows where to get the above offer and acceptance form should I get a positive response. I know that Real Estate Institute of WA have a website but I think the forms would be only for...
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    Can I claim tax deductions on short-term IP?

    I am in the process of buying a property in Perth with the view to renting it out initially for 6 months and then taking possession of it myself and moving in as owner occupier. I was wondering if I would be entitled to all tax deductions e.g. bank fees, stamp duty, conveyancing fees...
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    Forms needed for s/managed IP in WA

    Hi Folks I recently invested in my first IP in Perth. It is currently managed by agents but I eventually aim to self manage it. I have already done a bit of research into self managing but need help from anyone willing to share any forms with me. I am particularly looking for a tenancy...
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