If you’re after a flat pack kitchen try Armstrongs. They are based in Qld but deliver anywhere:
http://www.propertydivas.com.au/7ProfServ/Professionals.aspx?cmaid=1a5abfe8-7d2e-4172-affd-1247759d1b4c&cmstat=Basic

AmandaBS
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Gary Seeto has put together the “Young @ Heart” club.

The Moderator for the Gold Coast group is Paul Harnett http://888abundance.com/forum/index.php

Or try sending Gary a PM off this site, as I’m sure he’s a member here.

AmandaBS
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Hi Baldy,

Trust ownership is probably the most flexible way to own an investment property. The most common Trusts are:

Discretionary Trust
A discretionary trust is often referred to as a “Family Trust”. It provides flexibility in sharing income within a family and can operate for up to 80 years. (Nb. This is what Steve refers to in his…[Read more]

Hi Daz,

Well done for taking the first step and reading Steve’s latest book…..and no we don’t bite!

Its often very overwhelming when you first start out so my advice would be to follow our 7 step program:

Step 1 Set your personal & financial goals
Step 2 Prepare a budget & savings plan
Step 3 Determine your investment strategy
Step 4 Build…[Read more]

For a Finance Broker in Melbourne try:

Cameron Perry
http://www.propertydivas.com.au/7ProfServ/Professionals.aspx?cmaid=1616e4b5-9bbf-4e0b-bd7d-ac23f83d55bd&cmstat=Profall

Gary…[Read more]

Hi Brian and Lorretta,

I’m an Ipswich girl too so would be happy to meet up some time. Drop me a PM when you set a date and time.

Cheers,

AmandaBS
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Australian Building Inspection Services have branches in each state http://www.abis.com.au

AmandaBS
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Hi Vivek,

A subdivision can take months or even years and it really depends on how complex the job is. Lots of reports are needed, drawings to be prepared, tenders obtained etc. and each stage takes time. Tomorrow is final inspection on our subdivision, YIPPEE, which we started Oct 2004, so be…[Read more]

Hi Buynow,

Here’s an extract of a document off our website that provides a few details about the subdivision process:

What is Subdividing?
Subdividing is when a piece of land is split into two or more pieces (ie separate lots). The process is controlled by the local Council. Planning codes and procedures vary significantly between Councils and…[Read more]

Contact Cameron Perry , here’s the link:

http://www.propertydivas.com.au/7ProfServ/Professionals.aspx?cmaid=1616e4b5-9bbf-4e0b-bd7d-ac23f83d55bd&cmstat=Profall

AmandaBS
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“It is better to be inconspicuously wealthy, than to be ostentatiously poor…”

Mmm, not sure about that link you provided W4L, as I’m always a bit sceptical of those that promote “education” at the same time as selling real estate.

AmandaBS
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Hi Ibergin,

Welcome to the PI forum and the world of property investing. I think you’re jumping ahead though how can you start looking at property if you don’t know what it is you’re trying to achieve? So my advice would be to follow our 7 step program:

Step 1 Set your personal & financial goals
Step 2 Prepare a budget & savings plan
Step 3…[Read more]

I agree with Richard, why not borrow the equity back by refinancing and use the funds for either more property or shares. Unless you’re going to use the fund to pay down personal debt I see no point in selling not to mention the commission & CGT payable.

AmandaBS
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Congradulations on your first IP.
The following is an extract of an article off our website about Property Management, sorry its a bit longer than 3 questions!

There is considerably more to Property management than just collecting rent – ask any property manager! Good property management plays an important role in ensuring your property rece…[Read more]

Well done on your prediction, perhaps you can get your crystal ball out and tell us all if interest rates will rise this year also & by how much…now there’s a challenge.

I do agree though with a lot of the posts here that getting into debt is just to easy, and I think Steve refers to it in his book as the “debt buffet”. I’m totally against…[Read more]

Hi Compleks,

Welcome to the PI forum and the world of property investing.
Its often very overwhelming when you first start out so my advice would be to follow our 7 step program:

Step 1 Set your personal & financial goals
Step 2 Prepare a budget & savings plan
Step 3 Determine your investment strategy
Step 4 Build your team
Step 5 Research…[Read more]

Hi Brooster,

With a property worth $320K and debt of only $85K perhaps it wouldn’t hurt speaking to a Finance Broker first, to get things sorted out. Maybe refinancing will provide you with the extra capital you need to move forward…..Oh, and keep reading.

AmandaBS
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Hi Tammy,

Costs have certainly increased since 2003/04 however the result was:

Land 23139
Removal House 45155
Kitchen4920
Bathroom3221
Deck & carport7726
Electrical3020
Plumber6507
Building materials & landscaping37399
TOTAL131087

Net Sale proceeds207787

Pre tax Profit$76700

We really cut every corner we could and even recycled the…[Read more]

If you’re going to renovate the bathroom later (within 12 months) then I’d probably look at finding the source of the leak and then using Silicone & some re-grouting to “plug” the leak. No point tiling the shower then pulling it all down later. Don’t leave it too long before you renovate though as water damage can cause structural problems.

I…[Read more]

Only 3 books…Mmm…not easy but here’s my pick:

Secrets of Property Millionaires Exposed by Dale Beaumont
A collection of stories from Hans Jakobi, Edward Chan, Craig Turnbull, Patrick Bright, Dymphna Boholt, Sam Vannutini, Peter Comden, Rick Otton, Green & Leather

Female Entrepreneurs, by Leiza Clark
Includes Kirsty Dunphey but the other…[Read more]