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  1. jsoe

    Samford Valley QLD

    Hello investors, Could you please shed me some light on the above suburbs? We love acreage properties but never bought one in Brisbane. We love this suburb because it's only 30 minutes from the CBD and you could get acreage for under $1m. Strategy: Buy now - rent out for 2 years and...
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    Gold Coast Ray White The Event 2015

    Hi guys, I'm hearing about this annual Event organised by Ray White Surfers Paradise Group where they auction off Gold Coast properties in January to 200,000 or so buyers. They collate premium properties and apartments. Has anyone been to it? My parents are thinking of selling their 4 bed 2...
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    S94 contribution fee Blacktown!!!

    This is what we received today for our 60sqm 2 bed 1 bath granny flat. Does this sound right to you?!! Blacktown council wouldn't send us email or invoice. This is verbal bill! "The S94 Contribution Fee = $9200.00 which must be paid prior to start of works & will be increased again after...
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    depreciation on unapproved dwelling

    Hi guys! It's been a while. I'm on the hunt for an investment property this financial year. Looked at a few last weekend within Blacktown Council. Found this lovely cottage style 3 bedroom house with a new dwelling at the back (granny flat). The price is slightly higher than normall 3...
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    granny flat bins, meters, and letterbox

    Hi all, We got our approved granny flat finished and ready to be rented out. Might be just some silly questions but wanting to get some ideas from those who've done it. Bins - Do we share existing bins with the main residence? Or does granny flat gets its own set of bins from the council...
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    BASIX is killing me!

    Hi guys, garage conversion to 1 bed granny flat (DA approved) We're having some issues with BASIX because the current one is requiring us to: 1. WATER CONSUMPTION: install and connect 2000 litres rain water tank to toilets and laundry - quoted $3,500 2. ENERGY USAGE: install Gas...
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    how much for solar hot water system?

    How much does it roughly cost to purchase and install solar hot water system for a typical 2 bed house please? I can't wait for AGL or Quotify to come back to me in a couple of days times after inspection, etc. I just need to get a rough idea. Doing some analysis: solar hot water system vs...
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    owner builder - insurance?

    Hi all, We're about to begin garage conversion to 2 bed 1 bath granny flat. I'd like to know what sort of insurances to get (to be wise) rather than taking on all options out there. I have contractors (plumber, electrician, carpenter) for less than $12,000 worth of work and contract. My...
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    valuation - the forbidden question

    Hi all, We're renovating the existing garage/shed in the back yard converting it into a 2 bed 1 bath granny flat - will be all fenced up, private, with a separate entry. The main house is 3 bed 2 bath. There will be no separate title as it's just a granny flat. Rental income will be $400 pw...
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    CC & PCA & owner builder

    hi SS! Our DA for the granny flat is about to be finalised in week's time. Assuming it's approved, we have to apply for a Construction Certificate. Is there any difference appointing the council as the Principal Certifying Authority vs getting a Private Certifier? Cost wise, smoothness of...
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    small bathroom ideas

    Hi, Our bathroom in the Granny Flat is 1.7m x 2.2m I think is quite small. For floor tiles, is it more sensible to use mosaic or 300mm x 300mm tiles for efficient drainage purposes? I actually prefer 600mm x 600mm ones but can it work in this small bathroom? Or would they look quite...
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    existing garage conversion granny flat

    hi guys, I've read a few threads but my situation is slightly different. There's an existing garage and shed that we're planning to turn into a two bed 1 bathroom granny flat. We're living in the main house now. Since, we're using the existing structure, roof, etc. we're getting my brother to...
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    flooring insulation

    Hi, We're thinking of getting our timber floor insulated /underlayed. It's a clad home. Any suggestion/recommendation on insulation type, price, company, etc.? I'm reading up about foam panels, foam spraying?, foam injecting. I have no idea.:confused: Thanks.
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    caveat headache!

    Hi, The IP we bought is due to settle on the 13th Friday. (gosh!) There's a caveat on the property for $30k. My solicitor said it'll be discharged at the time of settlement. My bank manager said it should be discharged before settlement as the bank doesn't accept security with a caveat...
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    purchasing display homes

    Hi, I went to see a few display homes last weekend. They are so shiny and gorgeous of course dressed and furnished by designers. I know some people actually own these and they move in/rent out to a normal tenant after their lease back scheme with the builder has ended after 24 months or so. I...
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    a quick question - turning PPOR to IP

    Hi, We are turning our PPOR unit to an IP and moving out to another house we just bought. We're thinking of replacing carpets and a few other minor reno in the unit before getting tenants in. What's the smartest/tax efficient way to do this? My husband is saying he wants to wait till the...
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    mental blank - settlement process

    Hi, I'm having a bit of a breakdown and can't remember how it usually works. Please help. 1. Does the first mortgage payment come out a month after the settlement date? 2. And stamp duty is due within 3 months after the settlement, and not at the time of settlement? Are those correct...
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    exchanging contracts with REA direct

    HI all, Our offer has been accepted on the above property. The seller is asking us to exchange contract today with 0.25% deposit. Basically, the REA is telling us to come into his office to sign the contract today if all is good. (Is this normal?) I need to get my conveyancer to go...
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    brick vs clad

    Ok, there's like $30k difference between brick homes and clad homes. Is this normal? I know in general clad homes are not as solid, but don't they last as long as bricks anyway? What's so bad about clad homes? I for one thing they're easier to build extension at the back, etc. :confused:
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    properties on golf courses

    Hi all, What's the general attitude (capital growth, buyers demand, etc.) for properties right on or backing onto golf courses? I mean those are quite popular in Gold Coast with retirees, etc. Are these considered a luxury or a dump in general? I'm having a debate with my husband. And who...
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