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    Polished Porcelain Tiles

    hi folks I'm undecided whether to use polished porcelain or use the matt finish. The polished porcelain looks awesome. Tile shop owners have recommended not to use polished porcelain if it's for a rental property as these tiles are prone to scratching. What would you recommend?
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    2nd Storey with Master Wall

    hi all I was talking to a builder yesterday and he is using more and more of the Master Wall system i.e. the non traditional brick wall for the 2nd storey. Has any one used this system before and what are your thoughts on this?
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    Brisbane LDR zone

    Hi all Would someone be able to confirm the following: 1. A site in the BCC area is 809 sqm zoned LDR multiple dwellings is only allowed if the site area is > 3000 sqm ? 2. Is it possible to split this block into 2 single allotments and build a SUD on each lot? TIA
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    PPOR to IP

    hi all In a few months time I'm moving into a new PPOR and currently preparing records to convert my existing PPOR to an IP. So things to do if you like when i switch PPOR. 1. Get a valuation of market value to form the new cost base 2. Get a QS report done on the building and plant Is...
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    Loan Account Structure

    Hi Folks I'd like some advice on the following. We have a transactional account where rents gets credited and IP expenses and interest are debited from this account. Most of the time this account has sufficient funds from rent to cover the interest and IP expenses. Some months when the...
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    Granny Flat lease agreement

    hi all Wondering if someone can suggest or comment on how to word the lease of a granny flat. The intention is lease the main dwelling to our children for $x per week in addition to leasing the granny flat for $y per week to someone else. I'm trying to avoid going through a RE agent if I can...
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    Recommend a Perth Tax Accountant

    hey folks I've done a search on SS for "perth tax accountants" and had a looked through some suggestions. I also realised that I can use someone from over east and that distance doesn't really matter. However, thought I'd ask here again if any one here is using a Perth based tax accountant...
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    Dual Key developments - Perth

    hi all Dual key properties have been popular in Qld maybe not so much in the BCC where its not quite allowed yet but have any designers and developers explored whether this product is allowed in Perth? And just to define what i mean by dual key, its a single dwelling with 2 separate...
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    Finance & Loan Structure Strategies

    Hi all I'm fairly new on SS and have benefited very much on reading the various threads on here on so many topics that are relevant at different stages of my journey. Just want to say a big thank you to the owners of the forum and the regular contributors on SS for not only sharing their...
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    PPOR to IP strategy

    Hi all Wondering if I could get some guidance on the following situation. If I had a PPOR valued at $500K and non deductible debt of $200K with a redraw of say $50K. If I use $30K of the redraw for a reno on the PPOR and $20K for lifestyle expenses say going on a cruise. In 12 month's...
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    Mortgage Brokers

    hi all wondering if you folks stick with 1 mortgage broker for your entire portfolio or do you have multiple brokers that look after you? are there any pros and cons you've found using multiple brokers? and when do you feel using a different broker may be more beneficial? TIA
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    Testamentary Trust

    Hi folks A question for the legal people on the forum. if i had a contract of sale where the owners are joint tenants, and if i had a testamentary trust in place where my assets are passed on to the trust. does the property where joint tenants are involved get passed on to the other party...
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    New Mattress Required, advice please.

    hiya folks we're in the market to purchase a new mattress. considering we both spend between 6 and 8 hours on it a day I'd like to buy something that is moderately good. During the times we have travelled and stayed at decent resorts we've always found they had nice firm mattresses. Seashells...
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    When do you sell an IP?

    Hiya folks I've been reviewing some of my IPs and am quite happy with their performance except 1. The average growth of this IP has been good except there are a couple of things which i feel may slow this down. its an old house 1960s and the rental potential naturally is not that great...
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    Beckenham, WA Triplex Development

    Hiya Folks I'd like to share my journey of a 3 villa development in Beckenham, WA including the feasibility numbers so that those contemplating a similar development in this suburb would have an idea of the cost involved. The Development Site: The site a 3x1 1950s dwelling on 964 sqm was...
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    Hands up for those nearing Financial Freedom

    hiya folks would like to know who is approaching financial freedom say within 12 months? i am at a stage where the light is getting brighter but not quite within 12 months for me. i'm struggling with keeping motivated going to work for someone. is there anyone in the same boat?
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    Bus Load of Aussie Women Buying Up in NZ

    just read this article about a bus load of Australian women buying 2 or 3 properties in NZ before returning home. Kiwis aren't happy about it, can't wait to hear the moans if and when the chinese that come in cruise ships start buying 10 properties or more... in cash before returning home. if it...
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    Living off equity

    hey folks i've just finished reading 1 of michael yardney's books and he is a keen proponent of the strategy of refinancing to live off the equity based on low LVRs of around 50% this is off course after one's acquisition phase to build a decent size asset base. wondering what you folks...
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    QLD Residential B Zoning

    hi all wondering if someone could clarify what residential B zone is in Qld such as: can the land be used for multiple dwellings? what's the minimum lot size? what are the height restrictions? any other info would be much appreciated. cheers Jerry
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    Forest Lake Qld

    hi all Has anybody purchased in forest lake Qld would like to know your thoughts and experience with this area.
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