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Hi all One of my tenants would like to paint the kitchen cupboards and also replace the door handles; my question is who is responsible for the expense? I guess it depends on the arrangement that I have with the tenant but assumed that this type of work would be at the tenants expense, as...

I've done it! Finally bought a couple of IPs in Queensland (Mackay and Oakey) and feel pretty pleased about them both (although the process was a bit scary along the way - what if this? what if that?) I would appreciate advice on termite protection that people have used for properties in...

Hi I was wondering if anyone has had issues with what I would consider minimal funds in the admin / sinking fund? I am looking at purchasing a property in Mackay (2 BR, 2 storey unit) and have inquired about body corporate funds, amongst other things. I've been told that they have about...

Hi I would like advice on buying a property sight unseen - I know that it is generally best to see what I am buying, but not always possible when the properties are in a different state.. The property that I am looking at purchasing is about to be built so am fairly confident that it wont...

Hi Does anyone have any recommendations for a good solicitor in the Toowoomba - Kingaroy area? Ive been told that if I purchase property in Qld then the contract needs to be reviewed and settled by a Qld based solicitor.. Thanks

Hi I have a couple of questions that I would appreciate advice or thoughts on.. I have one property (PPOR) and am considering refinancing for IO to buy another property (2 IPs) However, as I am moving to Denmark mid Jan 2004 for 5-7 years, I am concerned about the tax implications of...

Hi Any thoughts on whether to buy units or houses? Family keep telling me that it is the land that is the important thing but am thinking that units are also good for positive cash flow returns... thanks

Hi I would like other opinions on a suburb with relatively low purchase prices on units (from $90K - $160K for 1 and 2 bedders) and there seems to be quite a high number of rental properties available as well in the suburb for $110 - $190 per week. Given that there seem to be quite high...

Hi I would like opinions on an interest-only loan compared to a principal and interest loan for investment properties. Many say that an interest only loan would be best (for tax reasons, serviceability etc..) but I'm still trying to get my head around the idea of not owning the property...

Hi I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts about purchasing investment property in Queanbeyan. The prices there still seem reasonable compared to the ACT, but am unsure as to the tenancy vacancy rates, prospects for future growth etc.. I've also recently seen Steve McKnights book...

Hi I would like advice on purchasing an investment property. I currently own (and live in) a unit which is valued at about $220,000 in the ACT. I owe about $40,000 on this property and earn about $55,000 p/a. I am finishing up my job mid November this year to move overseas to Denmark in...