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Hi all. This is probably a bit of a soapbox (and long - sorry), but what the heck. I had a tenant give their proper notice (28 Days). 14 days before they vacated I rang the agent to make sure they weren't going to wait until the place was vacant before showing people through. I was assured...

Hi All. I have an IP with concealed gutters (Late 60's style, behind angled facia boards). Well, the boards are getting tired (already patched then once years ago), and the guttering can't handle big rains - overflowing into eaves etc). So, it's time to convert these into normal...

Hi All. Know this isn't property related strictly speaking, but given the experience around here, I was looking for input on selecting a bank account for a new company. Here's the link for what I'm after.... Link to Sml Business Forum Thanks for any input. Simon.

Woo hoo ! My car clocked 400,000km on the way to work today (A friend said that's about 800,000 for a normal car given how I drive :cool: ) OK, it's got some issues, but it made it !!! Now that its "run-in" :D , some servicing and it should be good for a few more years yet :eek:

Ever notice R/E Ads stating a house/unit is "Suitable for the investor". From what I've noticed, this typically means: -the house is overpriced -nice enough to look at, although you probably wouldn't live there..... -You could rent the place far, far cheaper than buy it.... -Has a really...

For anyone refinancing, if you have a LOC or redraw, bear this in mind (I didn't and it cost me $500) The SRO (Victoria anyway) refunds Mge S/Duty on the OUTSTANDING balance, not the original stamped amount. So, if you're going to get a refinance on a LOC with $200,000 limit/$80,000...

Ever notice how after doing some work around the home, you invariably end up with the odd cut / abrasion? Ever notice how much a band-aid stuffs up your typing? What's worse - it stuffs up the keystrokes that dont even involve the bandaged finger !!! Wierd....... Of course, maybe...

Thought this could be an interesting discussion point. Many people state that Jan's idea's dont work these days. I think they're missing the basic point of what Jan was getting at. Therefore...... How would you summarise Jan's methodology for investment? Rules..... It must be in one...

Thought I'd relay this to show how simple little things make people happy.... Just bought a new property, settled in Jan 04. During inspection, it was noted that the dishwasher wasn't working (and never really had) as it didn't drain (they'd bucketed out the water and were using it as...

YENDON xx xxxxxxxx Road Offers Above $150,000 Currently rented to excellent tenants at $170,000 per week, this well presented home offers three bedrooms, renovated bathroom and open plan kitchen/meals and formal lounge. Just 10 minutes from Ballarat, great access to Melbourne...

I thought it might be interesting to get an overview of the LVR people have across their portfolio. Average your LVR across entire portfolio, including PPOR (otherwise many may have 110%+ LVR's !!!)

Article in todays Herald Sun..... Thousands ditch investment plan Interesting in light of all the conversations about slowing down etc. Spoke to RE agent today who said it was a bit quiet at the moment (more so than usual for time of year etc)... Looks like the RBA got it's...

In honour of Blitzkrieg.... Lets see what sort of list we can come up with for income splitting / sharing. The idea is, how many LEGITIMATE ways can we come up with the pay partner B. Any payment must be claimable on the IP held under partner A's name. Lets see how many we can get....

Hi all. Stumbled across this while surfing.... Four unit site with existing dwelling & permits....Could be interesting. I can't even think about this now, so thought I'd share. .Link to 4 site page Enjoy ! Cheerio. Simon. ps. Dunno anything about this, other than...

Found some info today (has to do a private lease doco). Here's some info and links to forms for those who manager their own properties. Consumer Affairs Vic. Enjoy. Simon.

As much as I said last time I wouldn't do anything for a year, here I am again.......some 5 months later.... Time to buy another me thinks. I was going to buy in the same place again, but thought I'd see if anyone has any tips on good places to buy (something I wouldn't normally ask, but...

Hi All. I have a work aquaintance who's in a pickle. Could do with some Forum Magic.... This is URGENT, as he needs to settle on a house this Monday. He's refinancing property in NZ (approved, but wont make it in time), and cashing out stock investments in USA (in progress, but trying...

Hi All. Does anyone have a good method for locating sets of units / apartments? The only way I've found to date is searching on price in a particular area. Very time consuming..... Any help appreciated! Thanks, Simon.

When there's 11 pages of new posts since you last logged in. Gotta stop being sent on site for work ! (It seriously interferes with my ability to check out the forum!!!!:D )

For all those unaware (like me who just found out....) Tenancy Act Changes Cheers to all. Simon.