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Sorry Olly, but I took the liberty of stealing this topic as inspiration from the link in your last post on the Amish thread. I wish to open some discussion with a view to engaging ageing members of our forum community for your thoughts. Me, I'm 52 this year (separated from ex three years ago...

'Evening All, I have at my PPOR an extensive patio & pool area totally covered in stencilled concrete Crazy Pave or Pattern Pave depending on which state you hail from. I absolutely hate it and wish to recoat the entire surface if possible. Although the dimensions vary, I have approx...

'Evening All, trying to follow up on query for friend regarding whether or not a person can subdivide and develop a resi prpty inside SMSF. I've done a lot of searching in forum, ATO site & Google and only info I can find pertains to LRBA (borrowed funds) and the answer is "No". What if...

'Evening All, Just been checking reviews on cnet.com for Quicken Essentials for Mac.......man has that product copped a pounding from some very unhappy campers. Don't think Intuit will be getting too many sales based on any of those reviews :eek: I know it's possible to do a VM arrangement...

'Morning All, Seeking input from persons experienced in concrete dampness solutions. Received email from Prpty Mgr & Tenant re edge dampness present inside garage wall on two year old townhouse development of mine. See photo: left hand side t/house has problem area (photo of dampness...

Evening All, Just a query re a cassette type reverse cycle ac unit I have in a rental property. Daikin 2009/10 model FBQ71BV1 Tenant is complaining that it blows hot air for up to 10 minutes before slowly chilling down to room temp set point of 24 degC. I will be getting the unit...

All, Seeking input from brokers or those in the know. How do I manage to purchase in NZ while I am based in Aust? Finance I believe has to be sourced from NZ institutions going on a comment from a broker I know i.e. she cannot arrange finance through an institution here in Aust, nor...

'Evening All, Am seriously considering selling IPs in Adelaide and am in need of referrals from forumites for either a selling agent, or broker/advocate. This may be a tall order, but hopefully some of you have experienced a decent service provision and can provide recommendations. New...

I've just seen the tragic news advising of the passing of Jason Richards at just 35 yrs of age. His being diagnosed with cancer shocked all motorsport fans at the time, but throughout his ordeal he displayed extraordinary courage, grace and dignity far beyond his years. He should be...

Evening All, Always a pleasure reading your posts Belbo; not sure what it is you do for a crust, but your wit and written word seem wasted on an internet forum when it could be applied at a higher level in business. My tirade as such wasn't aimed at your good self or anyone in particular...

Evening All, Have searched forum for any previous discussion but drew a blank. I'm after feedback from Mac users on this 2011 release of MS Office for Mac suite. I'm torn between running Apples' i-Work or trying the Microsoft package. I am aware the previous versions of this software had...

'Evening All, I am after any suitably recommended tradespeople, for the north eastern suburbs in Adelaide around Tea Tree Plaza area, to provide quotes on erecting a series of concrete sleeper retaining walls if anyone has any contacts. Heights to be retained are between 200mm and 800mm...

Got a call from builder today says they can't plumb into sewer connection in street. I'm putting 3 x stand alone, 2 storey townhouses on one block - 1 at street front, 2 at rear of block. We confirmed with SA Water today that we can't even drop the tie in point 1.5m either, so I have no...

Evening All, All the boys at work are wondering who the stunning young lady sitting next to Julia Gillard at the footy last week is. She had very short platinum blonde hair, appeared taller than the PM in some footage and was mostly standing to the right / rear of her. Trying to work...

Hi All, We are taking our two boys 11 & 13 to the snow next month. I haven't finalised a booking yet mainly because we are undecided. Wondering if any of you would care to share opinions, tips, recommendations. Cheaper accommodation, hire places etc. We've never been to the snow before...

I'm wondering if anyone is aware of any legitimate way to invest in cars? I'm thinking of buying a 1975 XB GT (a bogan at heart) and would like to explore all financially beneficial avenues prior to acquisition. Things like use as a wedding car, promotional vehicle, or whatever else comes...

Hi All, I am seeking assistance from members who may have, or know of, some relatively inexpensive rental accommodation for a 21yr old girl studying and working part time in Sydney. She is currently living in Strathfield but her accommodation arrangements have been skittled by family...

Evening All' I replied to another thread on the forum "Tapping Equity" but decided to repost here (see below) in the hope of gaining an alternative view from someone who may have had recent experience with this type of thing. My broker feels we may be up against the wall when it comes to...

Evening All, I'm seeking input regarding the obligations / roles of a real estate agent being a Strata Manager for a complex of Survey Strata Villas. One of my IPs has been diagnosed as having a concrete blockage in a sewage drain line. From the plumbers' boroscope report today, it appears...

Morning All, Wondering if anyone knows where to easily access information on resi builders in Sth Aust who have gone under in the last two years please? I have heard anecdotally of two upper end players who have gone belly up but can't find any information as evidence. I'm thinking...