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    The Bottom Line (is there software out there to help assess it ?)

    ip calculator Hi all, Tried to download ip calculator, but came up with the message: 'is not a valid win32 application'. What does this mean and can I do anything about it? Many thanks, Hils.:confused:
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    Urgently seeking JV Partner(s)

    JV Could possibly help out but timeline is way too tight. One must do one's homework and not be driven by promises of instant wealth. Regards Hils.
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    location, location (Buying in Adelaide)

    location, location I am interested in buying IP in Adelaide. Living in WA but Land Tax becoming too high with current IP's. I have very basic knowledge of this region and would like a list of preferred suburbs in proximity of CBD. Anyone like to have a go? I am prepared to visit but would like...
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    rent to buy

    Yes I have heard of this being done. Some local ads in the paper invite people from low income brackets to use this system as one way of securing their deposit. They are usually on a five year contract with a guaranteed price increase of 9% PA. That means the price of the house will be...
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    You gotta love banks.... right?? (must have a local bank account to settle loan ?)

    loving banks!! Hi all, Isn't it amazing how the banks (can't live with them, can't live without them!) always let you know this information just before settlement? I had a similar experience and received a 9pm phone call saying they couldn't settle early the next morning as was agreed. Don't...
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    Just starting - Advice?

    You can't help bad luck! Mind you, I used to live in Adelaide in Seaton Park about 150 years ago. (ha!ha!) I still have family there. in fact we sailed the River Murray in a luxurious house boat over the Christmas period. All very nice, but that doesn't help you. Keep in touch with this forum...
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    Just starting - Advice?

    new pi If your single - marry me!!
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    Guilderton as a place to invest? - WA

    guilderton Hi TheBacon I understand that everyone tells you to do your homework, but you really need to know what questions to ask. Speak to as many local residents as you can. My understanding of Guilderton would indicate that it is not likely to make you wealthy. It will have very poor...
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    establishing a family trust

    My husband and I are in the process of researching and refinancing our investmdent portfolio. We were wondering how to set up a trust account and what banking facilities we need to do this. Can we borrow in the trust's name or do we borrow in our names and lend it to the trust? Do we purchase...
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    Renovation books

    renovations books There are literally hundreds out there. Your best bet is to start at your local library and borrow rather than buy them. They also have the latest magazines that you can browse through for ideas. This is the method I use and if I find myself borrowing the same book over and...
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    Loc Funding

    Hello overyone, I am in the process of rearranging my finances and would like your opinion on the following proposal. My husband and I intend on financing our 4 IPs with IO loans and our PPOR with a LOC. Rental return from the other 4 properties will be paid directly into the LOC loan and the...
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    Too good to be true?

    rental guarantees Hi cornflower, Remember the old saying, 'if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is!!' Also have you checked out how long that rental rate is guaranteed for? If the 'family members' move out, how hard will the house be to rent out at that same rate? The previous...
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