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Does anyone have any info on how I could determine whether my PPOR is subdividable; is it the council only or is there some other way to find out?Also, what is the investment potential of building on the subdivision and turning both into IP's as opposed to turning the current PPOR into an IP and...

Hi, Can any forum members advise me on the pre settlement phase of buying an IP (strata title)? Is there a checklist or other mechanism on this part of the process that you know of? I have in hand already: settlement agent finance approved offer and acceptance signed. Final inspection to be...

Hi, I'm looking for a settlement agent for IP in Perth. Since it's been 3-4 yrs since I have bought any property, I'm not sure of the pros and cons of the various settlement agents. Apart from easy access for the signing of documents etc, is there anything else I should look for in a SA...

Anyone know what the deal is with getting hold of body corporate minutes/actions inc sinking funds for blocks of units? Can you access them direct with body corporate or is it through the REA? Cheers

Hi, Currently I am scouting around looking at units as IP. What do forum members consider are the best ways of researching them? In order to be clear about potential developments on the block and nearby, would the local council be the best information source? Is there are a standard series...

Hi, My wife and I looked at a potential IP unit in Scarborough vicinity today - small number in the block - 10 I think. It's a second floor unit with not bad view. Built in 70's-early 80's. Unit is in need of some reno, but structurally looks ok although the whole block needs paint. Qu: in...

Hi, Wanted to pick people's brains: Wondering about the comparative capital growth potentials of villas/townhouses/units. I'm looking at a beach suburb within Perth for IP. From people's experiences, is cap growth stronger for villas, units, or townhouses? Also what is the difference between...

Hi, Qu: what are some of the strategies investors use to reduce the gap between rents and repayments? Eg looking at Geraldton property to buy c.325k. After fees etc cost would be 350k. Repayments would be on an interest free loan $975 f/n. Rent would probably be c.$550 f/n. This leaves $425 f/n...

Hi, I'm looking at potentially Kalgoorlie for an IP because 1) I prefer to stay local if possible and Perth not looking great at this point in time, and 2) growth according to REIWA has outstripped Perth and other recent strong regional areas such as Geraldton. Trouble is, I know very littkle...

Anyone have any experiences with businesses (AKA 'clubs') that do all the legwork for you in securing IP's? Eg did your involvement with these services come back to bite you on the bum with costs down the track or other unforeseen problems? Or was the experience a good one?

I want to build some wealth (surprising idea isn't it!). My situation is: I have reasonable equity in my home. I'm looking at a few possibilities - either 1) buying investment property and renting it out while I continue to live in my home OR 2) buying another property to live in and rent out my...

Hi, I'm looking at buying an inv property in another State. Mindful that stuff can sell very quickly. A few questions for youse: what is the best way to get a quick property valuation? Also, in the event a property goes to auction, what is the best way to bid if you can't physically be there...

Hi, I'm looking to buy first IP in either hometown Perth (yeah yeah - things are slow at the moment in Perth but I guess near water ie Scarborough or thereabouts could negate the general slow pace of increase in property values, or have I got it wrong?), South Australia or Frankston. In...