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    2012 Medium size car recommendations

    I have had Ford Fairmont Ghia's for the past 15 years and really like the comfort of seats over a Camry or Commodore, and the other comforts. I'm thinkng of going smaller for better fuel economy and easier to park. I started reading medium sized car reviews and really didn't find it helpful so...
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    Split system cleaner - Perth

    Can anyone recommend a split system cleaner for 'smelly sock syndrome' Apart from filters it hasn't been cleaned for about 6-7 yrs. Stinks like smelly socks and from what I've researched it can be difficult to get rid of. http://asm-air.com/airconditioning/dirty-sock-syndrome-what-is-it-dangerous/
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    Sponsoring 457 Visa holders and public school

    I can't find any statistics for cost of education for public school for WA for 2013/14 so I will for simplicity guesstimate it is $20,000/child based on this NSW article...
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    WA and Qld - verification of identity for Settlement Agent

    I'm a bit confused by what my settlement agent is wanting us to do by asking us to do a verification of identity to complete an upcoming sale in WA. They provide a Landgate link for more information that doesn't appear to exist. By Googling I came across other settlement agents offering the same...
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    WA Granny Flat

    I'm researching building a granny flat in Perth so will add some links for others who are considering also. Anyone else who has knowledge or researching please feel free to add any information also. BASIC FACTS http://www.wabca.com.au/blog/the-rise-of-the-ancillary-dwelling RENTAL...
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    Brisbane - Waterford, Waterford West, Beenleigh Agents

    Has anyone bought in these areas recently through a local agent that they would recommend for someone selling a property?
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    Settlement agent acting for buyer and seller

    If your settlement agent for purchasing property advised the seller also wanted them to act on behalf of sale of property and gave you a choice whether to allow them or not, what would you choose?
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    Granny Flat Section

    With the popularity of Granny flat investment I was wondering if anyone else thought it was worthy of it's own section. Maybe below Commercial Property. I thin it would be easier to research others experiences if it were all in one section.
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    Roller blinds on corner windows

    I'm after other peoples opinions/experiences on roller blinds. I had venetians previously, I wish I opted for that now as the corner wasn't an issue. I've just had some blinds measured and installed and the privacy/gaps is shocking. 1) I think they may have measured an inch too small so have...
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    Online Wills - Sl@ter - G0rd0n

    Conveyancing in WA must be a bit slow and I've been bombarded with competitive quotes for the sale of a property. One offer includes two free standard online wills [valued at $400]. We don't have a complex estate. Is it worth using this online will service?
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    Is there any statistics for rent increase in Qld

    My property is a bit unique so it's always quite difficult to find comparables. My property is in Brisbane and was rented at $470/wk 4.5 yrs ago. I'm curious if there is any statistics of increase over the period.
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    Art - Limited Edition Prints

    I like an artists art work and my favourite original oil paintings are sold. She is selling 50 Limited reproduction prints. The options are paper 320gsm rough textured cotton rag paper using pigment inks, can be framed with conservation clear glass or canvass with UV coating. Would the framed...
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    Cruise - Anyone been on one?

    Has anyone been on a cruise? If so, where, how long? Pro's and Con's? Who's it most suited to? Etc. I want to do something memorable with the family so considering it.
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    Yokine WA, need a good tenant?

    I'm selling a villa in Yokine in about a month and thinking it would be easier to sell vacant. I have had an excellent tenant for two years who wanted to rent for another two years. Anyone needing a good tenant in Yokine, two or three bed, under $400/wk in next month or two?
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    IP to temp PPOR

    I can't quite get my head around options, PPOR rules, taxation etc. We currently have no PPOR and am living in IP. To reduce expenses I've set up two IP loans as offset accounts and using PPOR proceeds to offset two properties, one of which we are residing in. I'm not sure exactly how long...
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    How much do you spend on petrol each week? How much do you spend on phone/ internet?

    Curious what others expenses are on these items. As a family we are spending about $200/wk on petrol, and $70/ wk on internet and phone.
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    I'm an idiot, why didn't I use a good MB from SS??

    I think I'm pretty stuffed now as I've signed the forms for bank and bank's solicitor accepting this. Have I got my figures right or wrong here? This is what i wanted to do: Give bank security property valued by them for $215,000 with $0 mortgage as security against $938,000 worth of...
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    Setting up short-term rental Perth

    My situation- I currently have a rental property in Perth that I've been advertising for several weeks with no applications and only one person viewed. I'm thinking of setting it up as a short-term rental partly or fully furnished to get some income. Where would I advertise? Pro's and...
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    Implications of purchasing a PPOR that has a fixed term lease?

    State - WA Ideally it would be best to have settlement at end of lease with vacant possession. If vendor wanted a quick settlement and there was LESS than 3 months left of lease, would buyer have to pay stamp duty at rate of an investment property but not have to worry about CGT...
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    Tenants - drugs and alcohol

    Curious on other landlords views. Does it concern you if your tenant uses drugs or alcohol? Eg. PM does inspection 9.00 am - Tenants drinking or drugs sited. I'm fairly uncomfortable with tenants using drugs as I feel it could become a downward spiral and lead to financial issues/social...
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