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    Good Multi Unit Builder

    Hi There, I'm about to kick off a multi unit development. I have a tried and tested builder which I am reasonable happy with, but for a range of reasons I would like another builder for consideration as well. Can anybody suggest a good quality multi unit builder in Perth.
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    Busy Roads?

    Hi All, Is buying a development block on a busy road a big NO NO? I guess buying at the right price may mitigate that somewhat, but is there a significant difference is sale price vs a nice leafy quiet street? Thnx
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    Keep or Sell

    Hi All, I've just completed the development of 3 villas, and was planning to keep and rent all three. It looks like the rent from all 3 will cover the mortgage and other costs, so likely a nil weekly cost investment. However, most advice I seem to be getting is to sell 2 and keep 1. Id...
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    Solar Heating on IP

    Hi, Does anyone think solar Water heating for an IP is a good idea? Probably a bit risky whilst being rented, but maybe a investment for resale? Thnx
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    Anticon Roof Insulation

    G'day, So, almost everyone I speak to, including my builder, says putting Anticon into investment houses is a waste of money. They believe I would be better off spending the dosh on things that give it better resale value. Its hard to argue against that. The only person who disagrees...
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    Texture Renderng

    Hi, I'm toying between the standard smooth render finish, or the texture coating finish for one of my developments. The texture coating is costlier, but apparently never needs to be painted again. Anyone have any advice between the 2 types?
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    Moving ownership from Self to Trust

    Hi, If a property starts out negative geared, and then moves to positive over time, is there any way besides selling the property to your trust and paying stamp duty, to transfer the ownership?
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    Kitchen Sinks

    Ok, keen for some perspective on undermount vs drop in kitchen sinks. I know this topic has been discussed before, and in my view undermounts are a far superior result. However, is it worthwhile for an investment property, bearing in mind that the properties are being built to a very high...
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    Stone Benchtops

    Hi, Is there much of a difference between putting 20mm or 40mm stone bench tops in an investment property. I know 40mm is better, but if they are 20, will it matter for wear and tear and resale?
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    Design and Quote, or Builder?

    Hi, Im looking to build on a block i just bought. However, im pondering whether i should go to a designer to have the plans done, and then go to quote with the builders, or just go to a builder direct and then let them do the designs. I know going direct to a builder means ill have no...
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    101 Residential 2 Story Homes

    So, im looking around for a builder for my block, and have heaps of great advice from members here. I have just seen these 2 story homes from 101 Residential, that can be build for a similar price to a single story. They arnt traditional 2 stories, as in they have a timber floor between the...
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    Rental Income

    Hi There, I've been advised by my accountant that rental income is considered "Passive Income" and hence is not considered PSB income from a business point of view. From my perspective, if I was to buy IP in my Trust/Company name, if it was legit business income, it would help with my...
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    Building Brokers

    Met one last week, they sound great. Get heaps of quotes, you pick the best, they negotiate on variations, assist you along the way with the build...... Anyone have any experience with this approach?
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    Villa or Townhouse

    Hi, I have a property that i plan to develop. However im trying to decide if i should build villas or townhouses. Villas cost less to build, rent for less, and sell for less. Townhouses the opposite. Obviously Villas will appeal to a wider market for rent and resale due to their lower...
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    Villas - Living space or parking space?

    Hi All, Im looking to build some villas, and in the end the option is to go with a double garage and less living space, or single garage and more living space. Is there any benefit to one over the other in regards to living and resale?
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    Perth - Innaloo, Balcatta, Morley

    Looking at all 3, pricewise Innaloo highest, Balcatta middle and Morley cheapest. Any thoughts on which is the best investment from a development perspective? Innaloo has the train, Morley and Balcatta to get light rail sometime in the next 20 years. Some say Morley has had its boom...
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    Commercial vs Residential

    Hiya, Im about to start out investing, and untill tonight was looking at residential. My uncle has urged me to look at commercial as oppossed to residential. Ive not looked into commercial yet, so im keen to understand how a commercial investment will stack up against a residential...
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    Battleaxe Blocks

    Howdy All, Im wondering if there are any general negatives to buying a small battleaxe block (say 400sm) and building. Thinking for rental purposes, and eventual resale. Thnx
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    Is Perth in a buying bubble?

    Ive noticed recently that properties seem to sell quite fast, and sellers arnt interested in budging on sale price. Is this the trend as we possibly begin the upward cycle, or a bubble at the bottom that will eventually burst, and the buyers market return?
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    Bayswater or Morley?

    Hiya All, Im looking to buy in Bayswater or Morley in Perth. Im split between 2 options: Bayswater: Larger block, where the front can be kept, and rear developed. Morley: Smaller lot, more central, demolish exisitng and develop 2 new Any perspectives? Cheers
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