Search results

I have heard a few people have been using project homes to build houses / towhouses / duplexes either to live in or as investment. I will be needing a builder in about 2-3 months time to build a duplex close to Parramatta area. I will be living in one and either sell or rent the other...

I am planning to get approval for a knock down and rebuild a duplex within Parramatta council area. The site should be straight forward however there is one minor variation regarding the frontage that I need to overcome. I am looking for a good architect (rather than a draftsman)...

I have managed to get initial approval on some plans that I had to separate a 4 bedroom house into a dual occupancy in Hills area NSW. The previous owner had also put in a carport without informing the council which was picked up during their inspection when I applied for the dual occupancy...

I am planning to do a full survey on a property located in Parramatta as I am applying for a dual occupancy (knockdown / rebuild). Are there any recommendations? Roughly how much should I budget? (I have had quotes from $1200 to $1800).

If you had under 600k borrowing capacity without having to get LMI right now where (town / suburb) would you invest it, what would you buy and why? (or would you invest it for that matter)

I am trying to pick a draftsman for a project that is going to turn an existing house and it's extension into a dual occupancy. Other than the drawings I need to address things such as parking space for each dwelling, private open space etc. I wonder if there is a way to pick the right...

First of all I must say these forums are amazing. They have definitely opened my eyes to a lot that I did not know before and I have also met and spoken to a couple of really good people from here. I am only new to this so I hope I can get some information on further cost spend that I am...

I am trying to advertise a rental. A close friend of mine has just established his agency so we are both new to it and I am having him manage the advertising side of it. I am wondering if anyone has had any dealings with Realestate.com.au or Domain, Which one usually has a better success rate...

I have recently purchased a property in hills area that has 4 bedrooms. The good thing about this property is that the previous owner has built and approved extension on the house with it's own separate entry from the side of the house a huge bedroom and it's own bathroom and shower plus a...

I am trying to insure a free standing property based in Hills area in NSW for building and landlord. EBM's quote is $1700 premium to insure the building for $450k as well as landlord. I didnt get much info on how well they cover damages and loss of rent. Their excess ranges between $400 to...

I came across this which I thought could be useful in terms of the focus for economic and population growth. Of course this is not the only source of data but I think it provides a good view of where the growth may be focused over the coming months or potentially years...

I have a very odd driveway that is made of crushed sandstone. I would imagine the previous owner has poured it in and compacted it at one point. I use this driveway / carport quite a lot to park the car and drive in an out. It is located right next to my front yard lawn. Happy to post...

I live in Sydney but I am interested to research Brisbane / Adelaide for potential buying options towards the end of 2015. It may be a bit early but because I know nothing about either of them, I think it may be best to start early and get to know them. I came across this property which...

I am looking to get building and landlord insurance for a new IP in Hills district NSW. I'm new to this so I looked up google for reviews and while there arn't too many reviews that I could find, it also doesnt appear that there is a better company out there. I am after a company that is a...

I have recently purchased an investment property using the equity on my current house. The property was mostly purchased for capital growth but I will be renting it initially to help with repayments. I estimate that if I rent it on a lower amount, I will be out of pocket by about $1500 a month...

I am new to renovations and although I have done some renos on my house I am still trying to learn the ropes. What would be the best way to devise a renovation project (ie: where to start and where to finish) I am hoping eventually to get to know a few good tradies that are value for money...

I am looking at an area to purchase that is famous for having more Termite than usual. I am keen to understand the risk. On an average older weatherboard house that may have been built in 60s or 70s if there is Termite what are the chances of it being a knock down? Can they be treated and...

The normal way that I have known to put in an offer is usually verbal and to the REA or via email and if they accept I then go into their office to exchange in person. I am finding though that given the market, REA are running havoc and playing people against each other. I viewed one...

I am currently with CBA because all of our business and personal accounts are with them and also I have a good rate which is 4.8% variable owing about 480 k. But more importantly because we use offset / redraw quite often and their online access is pretty good. I have decided to purchase a...

I am interested to know what are the better magazines that are firstly good and reliable and secondly touch on most areas including renovation. Doesn't matter if they are print or online magazines. Also are there any other resources / websites on property that have been valuable?