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    Plumbing needed

    Are there any plumbers that can provide a quote for the following issue? I have lagging around the welds of my shower. The lime from the cement is causing a corrosion effect on a weld resulting in a pin hole, hence a leak. Can anyone help? A plumber has already verified the issue but I...
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    Tax on Repairs

    Hi, I am in the processing of fixing my bathroom tiling as water is leaking through my IP's walls as a result. The repair will cost me $1,000, i will be paying cash for the job. Can i claim a deduction on this without an invoice? What docs do I need to provide to the accountant?
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    Leveraging

    Is bankwest the only bank that allows you to leverage your existing property at 90%?
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    Tiling repair needed ! Perth

    My bathroom was renovated a couple of years ago. The shower was not grouted properly, or the right grout hasn't been used which is causing water to leak through the wall and onto the bedroom next door. Can anyone recommend a tiler? Looking for an honest tiler that can pin point the real...
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    Need help renting out property !

    Hi Guys, Do you think this advertisement needs any improvement? The photos are not that great, waiting for settlement to be able take professional photos. I would like to have this leased out as soon as possible, also do you think the price is reasonable given the area it is in...
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    What is my Borrowing Capacity ?

    My partner and I want to purchase a property very soon. Depending on the borrowing capacity we will then start saving up for the deposit. Approximate figures below: My Income: 60k p.a. + SG (Full time) 10k p.a. + SG (Casual) $375 rental income per week Loan balance $364,172 Spouse...
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    Renovate as a Home Owner or Investor?

    Out of curiosity... Can you live in an investment property while renovating it in order to claim all the deductions for the extra inclusions/modificatons or do you need to be classified as the home owner? I would ideally like to renovate the property (while living in it) and then rent it out...
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    Development potential in Perth

    Can anyone please suggest which Perth suburbs are to be re-zoned or have development potential? I know the Perth has limited opportunities, but I am sure there is something out there in the low $400k's..
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    Loan Query

    If a loan is in joint names do you need to have the same people on the title of the property or is it better to have one person on the title for tax purposes? Hope this question makes sense..
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    Perth Units

    What are your thoughts on a unit in the suburbs listed below: Bayswater Coolbellup Currambine Morley They all seem to have very low vacancy rates and decent capital yields. This would be for a Capital Yield Strategy but obviously Growth would be beneficial. Any feedback would be great :)
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    Business Loan

    Hello Brokers, My partner and I are considering opening a small lunch bar/food business in the metro area. What would we need to do to get a business loan? We don't have exact figures yet as we are still researching. These are my main questions: How much % of equity will be required on...
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    Duplex/Villa/Unit - WA

    Hi, Where would be the best suburb in WA to buy a duplex, villa or unit? Mainly for capital gain.. Also what would be your opinion on the market in perth at the moment? Any help would be appreciated :)
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    Depreciation for properties over 50 years old

    Is there any point in getting a depreciation report for a property over 50 years old? As soon as it was purchased (last year) I renovated quite a bit of it, the kitchen, bathroom, replaced the hot water system, carpets, oven, fixed up a few tiles. What can I claim other than my recent...
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    Accountants in Perth

    Can anyone recommend a good accountant with extensive knowledge on investment property, who is fairly priced?
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    Painting Companies in WA

    Just out of curiosity... Does anyone think that there is an over supply of painting companies in WA or is there an over demand? A relative of mine wanted to start a painting business but was concerned with the amount of painting companies available in WA. Any thoughts?
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    Waiting to lease out

    Hi guys, What is the average amount of time to allow for a property to be leased out after it is initially advertised? It's a Girrawheen property, been advertised for nearly a month.. or getting to a month. The inspections are private so prospective tenants have to book rather than...
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    Interest Only periods

    As most investors have a variable interest only loan for their properties what is the recommend period the interest only should go for? Is the maximum amount the smartest idea or the minimum (say 2 - 3 years) the safest option?
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    Contents Insurance for leasing

    What is the point of having contents insurance if you are leasing out an empty house? I currently have buildings insurance and landlords but can anyone explain why investors are getting contents? Thanks
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    Renting to family

    Not an ideal situation but when renting to family and the rent payments are made via cash how can i claim tax? What else should i be considering?
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    Rent to cover mortgage (fees to consider)

    Hi, Say if my mortgage repayment per month is $1500, rent is $400 and the PR fee is 10%. Is the 10% coming off the $400 per week and are there any other ongoing fees the PR manager charges that I am not aware of ? My aim is to avoid negative gearing, I would like to break even if...
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