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From: Sim' Hampel
Just thought I'd point out some interesting anomalies arising from the postings of one Jim Kouta.
His first posting (that I can see) was on the 23rd of April, 2001, and was a rather interesting post from an excited newbie who had just purchased their first IP. In the post they asked a lot of questions and generated some interesting discussion.
The next topic brought up by Jim was in June, where he posted a question about some university apartments, again posing as a bit of a newbie where he wanted to know whether the numbers on some apartments looked good.
General consensus (opinion only !) was that they really didn't.
Then in August, he let loose with a doozie ! The first line of his email reads:
"As an experienced property investor in Melbourne for over 30 years and remaining positive for all those years..."
Hangon, I thought you bought your first IP back in April ?
He goes on to say:
"Senior management at a large bank and several high profile real estate agents(close friends) have admitted..."
Personally, I always get nervous when people start quoting so called experts who remain nameless.
So, is this the same Jim Kouta who just bought his first IP back in April ? What were you investing in for the last 30 years then Jim ?
But wait ! There's more:
This last Monday, Jim goes on to say
"A Real estate agent who I know quite well has urged all those wanting to sell, to sell NOW! They are expecting a downturn. Another four Real Estate agents that I also know quite well..."
So know a lot of real estate agents quite well then Jim ? Okay.
And how do agents make their money ?
From people selling properties I'd imagine !
It gets worse on Tuesday:
"SELL, SELL, SELL alright. I've just sold 4 of my 8 properties in the last 3 months and I've made squillions."
That's nice Jim. I'm pleased for you, really, I am.
Now here's something interesting...
"As a Real Estate agent myself, I'd highly recommend selling now..."
Well, well, well, so you are an agent yourself, Jim ?
And you'd "highly recommend selling now" would you, Jim ?
That's nice to know, Jim.
Thanks for your unbiased advice, Jim.
"How else do you think I drive around in a brand new BMW? Lot's of commission for overpriced houses, but shhhh, that didn't come from me. Just giving some insider info..."
Ahh... so now the truth comes out.
You have an expensive lifestyle, and you need to get some listings to help you maintain it, is that correct, Jim ?
So what is it ? Are you a newbie who just purchased your first IP ? An experienced investor with over 30 years in the Melbourne market ? Or just an agent trolling for business ?
I don't mind you posting here, and I respect your right to do so, but your constant negativity and pressure for people to sell NOW is a little bit too much I feel.
Your opinion is welcome, but the emotional hype you have been posting helps nobody and is really really annoying !
Please keep contributing, but maybe try toning down the emotion a little.
Oh, and you may want to tell us more about who you really are, since we are all quite intrigued now ;-)
Just thought I'd point out some interesting anomalies arising from the postings of one Jim Kouta.
His first posting (that I can see) was on the 23rd of April, 2001, and was a rather interesting post from an excited newbie who had just purchased their first IP. In the post they asked a lot of questions and generated some interesting discussion.
The next topic brought up by Jim was in June, where he posted a question about some university apartments, again posing as a bit of a newbie where he wanted to know whether the numbers on some apartments looked good.
General consensus (opinion only !) was that they really didn't.
Then in August, he let loose with a doozie ! The first line of his email reads:
"As an experienced property investor in Melbourne for over 30 years and remaining positive for all those years..."
Hangon, I thought you bought your first IP back in April ?
He goes on to say:
"Senior management at a large bank and several high profile real estate agents(close friends) have admitted..."
Personally, I always get nervous when people start quoting so called experts who remain nameless.
So, is this the same Jim Kouta who just bought his first IP back in April ? What were you investing in for the last 30 years then Jim ?
But wait ! There's more:
This last Monday, Jim goes on to say
"A Real estate agent who I know quite well has urged all those wanting to sell, to sell NOW! They are expecting a downturn. Another four Real Estate agents that I also know quite well..."
So know a lot of real estate agents quite well then Jim ? Okay.
And how do agents make their money ?
From people selling properties I'd imagine !
It gets worse on Tuesday:
"SELL, SELL, SELL alright. I've just sold 4 of my 8 properties in the last 3 months and I've made squillions."
That's nice Jim. I'm pleased for you, really, I am.
Now here's something interesting...
"As a Real Estate agent myself, I'd highly recommend selling now..."
Well, well, well, so you are an agent yourself, Jim ?
And you'd "highly recommend selling now" would you, Jim ?
That's nice to know, Jim.
Thanks for your unbiased advice, Jim.
"How else do you think I drive around in a brand new BMW? Lot's of commission for overpriced houses, but shhhh, that didn't come from me. Just giving some insider info..."
Ahh... so now the truth comes out.
You have an expensive lifestyle, and you need to get some listings to help you maintain it, is that correct, Jim ?
So what is it ? Are you a newbie who just purchased your first IP ? An experienced investor with over 30 years in the Melbourne market ? Or just an agent trolling for business ?
I don't mind you posting here, and I respect your right to do so, but your constant negativity and pressure for people to sell NOW is a little bit too much I feel.
Your opinion is welcome, but the emotional hype you have been posting helps nobody and is really really annoying !
Please keep contributing, but maybe try toning down the emotion a little.
Oh, and you may want to tell us more about who you really are, since we are all quite intrigued now ;-)
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