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Potentially.... http://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/pledge-to-crack-down-on-dodgy-real-estate-prices/story-fndban6l-1227252310381 This will have an effect on pretty much all agencies I've come across. I hope they also throw in something about not allowing "property launches" and...

I suspect this might go for less than the $39m paid after 2 years of marketing http://www.afr.com/p/national/hockey_orders_sale_breach_point_4vfndyC0uTrYvcShhGyu8M I'd be interested if I was Julia Ross ;)

Hi all, I sent brettc a PM about this but thought it would be good to potentially get other opinions aswell. I am planning to switch all my current NRMA building insurance policies to EBM Platinumcover which covers building, fire & storm damage to amount insured along with their landlord...

this is near where I live; http://rca.colliers.com.au/property-land+development-nsw-melrose+park-501143347 I don't think I've seen anything so large come up for sale in an established residential area before. pity its not zoned R4...if highrise units were allowed, it would definitely be...

After having no luck finding tenants for my woody point unit, I have resorted to using gumtree. The amount of single mums with 2 or 3 kids and no job is quite alarming. Literally 10+ enquiries within 2 days Most of them are very articulate, young, not disabled and seemingly very...

Hi all, Bit of a left field one... I have just noticed my previous property manager has charged me their management fee (percentage of rent) for loss of rent insurance claim they received from EBM that they paid into my account. I have also noticed they have charged me the same rental...

Hello, Just wondering if anybody uses a spreadsheet or a program that will calculate your tax return/tax owed if you enter/update your income, property, expenses, depreciation, interest etc for your PAYG and properties? I would like the program or spreadsheet to be flexible so that I can...

Hi all, In passing conversation, my broker mentioned to me there will be a new credit record system in place within a few weeks which will ultimately make it much more comprehensive and transparent for banks to see your credit applications, unpaid bills etc etc... does anyone know any more...

Hi all, Just curious on my situation. Had a leaking roof in a townhouse of mine which appears to have been leaking for a while now...the townhouse is in a gated complex and upon discovery of the leak, BC has agreed to fix the leakage in the exterior of the roof. As there is now apparent...

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/opinion/builder-triguboff-forecasts-changed-fortunes-in-apartment-land/story-e6frg9if-1226807149286# thought this was an interesting perception from the largest apartment developer in Australia given the current upswing in Sydney (and all major cities)...

Hi guys, Just wondering if anyone knows of a good cleaner that will service the Logan area in QLD? Many Thanks Simon

Hi all, I've got a property in the Logan area that has been advertised for rent for almost 2 months with no takers. I have dropped the rent and still not even a phone enquiry... In my mind, the problem is the property manager i use is not Logan based and from what I've seen, the...

Hi all, I have some excellent tenants in the Western Sydney area who are vacating due to repeated requests from valuers to gain access to property. In this current slow rental market, I am considering offering them 1 weeks free rent for them to stay on as a token of my appreciation and...

Hi all, Is it a requirement to have a licensed electrician to install a freestanding stove & oven? Thinking of just getting a second hand unit off gumtree and a handyman to replace it...is this legal? Will it affect insurances etc? Alternatively I can buy a new unit from bunnings (for...

Hello, As title suggests, thought I'd get an update on the lowest 1, 2 & 3 yr fixed rates at the moment by the Big 4 namely wbc and cba? Are there any non big 4 with lower rates that are offering cash incentives to refinance with? Many Thanks Simon

http://www.news.com.au/realestate/a-plain-house-in-an-average-suburb-has-sold-for-2385-million-as-desperate-buyers-keep-blowing-their-budgets/story-fncq3era-1226714027139 :confused::confused::confused:

quick question - what is the law regarding tempering valves being installed in hot water systems in NSW? I understanding it is a prerequisite for a bathroom, but as my kitchen has its own hot water tank, i believe this is not a requirement? Any help much appreciated many thanks

Hi all, Just wondering if anyone has had any luck getting around Westpacs no LMI if you're on probation rule? Trying to get 90% lend but still on probation at the moment....have not had 2 years of constant employment in same industry either ...really dont wanna go with CBA :(

Hi all, I'm sure there are many investors on this forum who own ips in the Logan area... Just wondering which property managers investors are using and which to avoid? Are there any particular standouts? Many Thanks

Quick scenario: A property I have requires me to maintain the lawns and gardens for $60 a month Over the past 2 statements I have realised the lawn guy has started doing lawns twice a month for a total of $120 Clearly the lawn guy either a) forgot or b) is trying to be dodgy and squeeze...