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Hi, Just read the thread re Buyers Agents fees being added back to the cost base for tax purposes, which got me thinking. Does that mean lenders will fund buyers agents fees as part of the overall loan, like stamp duty, LMI and legals fees etc, or do the buyers agents fees have to come off...

Hi All, Curious if anyone here has ever used or asked for a non exclusive agreement (multiple agent) when selling a property? If so what are the pros and cons? I'm selling one of my investments as I feel it has performed very well, but moving forward feel the opportunity cost of the...

Hi All, A good friend of mine is thinking about packing in his job at one of the big four and setting up his own independent mortgage brokerage. As a friend who just happens to work in property and also be an investor (presumably his ideal client) he asked me the question, what do I think...

Hi all, I know there are heaps of great aussie brokers here, but can anyone recommend a really good broker based or at least servicing the UK? Thanks Noodle

Hi All, One of my migration clients is looking at buying a property at auction this weekend but is having a few issues with his broker re getting unconditional approval. The client does have a low doc pre approval (for what thats worth) and a 50% deposit, but the broker is insisting that...

Hi All, Bit random but lots of small business owners on here so thought I'd get the opinion on those with experience operating exclusive home offices. Basically I have an office in the city, but find despite being only 8km's out of the CBD it takes on average around 45 mins each way at...

Hi there, I vaguely remember a group pricefinder (PDS) thread but can't find it. Does this group still exist and if so is there room for one more? I already have a subscription to APM which recently acquired Pricefinder but until they are integrated I would like occasional access to...

Interested in the thoughts of the brokers/finance professionals opinions on this type of company/service? http://www.b2bpartners.com.au Anything the consumer should be aware of?

Hi finance guru's From a finance application perspective am I deemed self-employed or PAYG, if a company which I am a director of pays me a salary/super/tax? If PAYG, will three payslips plus one years payment summary be sufficient evidence of income? Alternatively if deemed...

Obviously a really random place to ask for advice, but noticed there are a lot of IT folk who frequent these forums so thought I would ask: Does anyone know anyone amazing at converting PSD to wordpress? I have looked at about a billion companies and have had quotes from $400 in India to $3K...

Just wondering what success folk here have had with cutting out the agent during negotiations? Specifically what I mean by this is taking a strong offer with cheque and 66W direct to the vendors solicitor telling them this is a take it now or leave it forever offer for their client...

Hi All, Being a property based web forum I thought you guys would be a perfect sounding board for my web address dilemma. I am just about to launch a new property service based website but have a bit of a dilemma re which domain to choose and would love to hear everyones thoughts and...

Hi All, Would be interested in both consumer and professional opinions on the value of a QPIA (Qualified Property Investment Advisor) accreditation through PIPA? http://www.pipa.asn.au/Content.aspx?PKID=6 Firstly is anyone a member? If not why not? Do fellow professionals really even...

Hi legal eagles, Is it possible to amend the name on an exchanged contract prior to settlement with the vendors permission without incurring double stamp duty? I.e. If bought in personal name, then realise it would be more effective in a trust? Thanks

Hi All, Curious how fellow somersoftians use the yield (as opposed to comparable sales) to calculate the value of a commercial property? Helping a friend out who is looking to use his inheritance to buy outright a decent mixed used commercial property which is due to go to auction soon...

Hi All, For those wanting free tickets to this months home buyer and investor expo in Sydney, just enter the word 'destiny' in the promo box and voila. All the best Noodle

Hi All, Just wondering what tips and tricks people have discovered for the two big property portals? I vaguely remember one of the IT savvy users on here showing how to find the hidden price the agents input when uploading a listing for auction/EOI, but cant recall who that user was or how...

Hi All, Just wondering who people recommend for small business banking? I currently use CBA for my main business, but looking to diversify a little so my eggs aren't all in the same basket. My accountant thinks Westpac are pretty decent for my needs, but given the numerous brokers, agents...

Hi All, Keen to get some thoughts on the best way of switching brokers. Essentially I am tired of my current broker who is absolutely useless at returning my calls or communicating on any level for that matter. Now the question I have before I pull the trigger (not literally ;)) is: How...

Hi All, I'm seriously looking at the idea of getting my buyers agents licence for NSW to work part time alongside my existing business due to the direct synergy and demand from existing clients/colleagues. I am however very much in the research phase still so would love the honest (feel...