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  1. geoffw

    People's views as to this Canberra property for an IP?

    There are some older suburbs where the 99 year lease started in the 1930s. There were rumours at one stage that these would be extended. I don't know if that happened. The advantage of a 99 year lease is that the stamp duty can be claimed on tax in the purchase year for an investment...
  2. geoffw

    People's views as to this Canberra property for an IP?

    Capital growth or income? P&I or interest only? Questions which have been asked many times in the forums. CG vs cashflow is a far bigger question IMHO. I like CG when I can afford to fund a shortfall. But that needs income. There is a better chance of getting both on a property with...
  3. geoffw

    People's views as to this Canberra property for an IP?

    One thing which might help the yield for this property would be to furnish it cheaply (freedom furniture) and to let it out as a furnished property. There are a lot of people who come to Canberra to work and who look for this sort of property. But research would be needed. Don't forget that...
  4. geoffw

    People's views as to this Canberra property for an IP?

    What Propertunity said. I don't know, but being in O'Connor it's probably an older property. I'd be checking that out. Having already been renovated takes away a chance for you to add value. You may well be able to get a cheaper run down unit and renovate for less money than buying a...
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