Hi Sean,

Would be glad to share but could you please tell us are you referring to developing raw land (ie. subdividing) or property development?

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

You are most welcome. Maybe everyones watching the Tennis tonight, I think Federer is playing!!

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

They certainly aren’t very good at returning emails. I made enquiries on several properties last year and didn’t get a response? I also would prefer that they provide more detail on the location and price of the property.

AmandaBS
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“It is better to be inconspicuously wealthy, than…[Read more]

I’m just amazed and shocked at the news. I’ve re- written this post several times just trying to find the right words. Depression is a real sickness, that often gets ignored, and has sadly claimed another victim. What a waste of talent.

AmandaBS
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“It is better to be…[Read more]

Hi Beck and welcome to the PI Forum,

How much Due Diligence? You can never know enough!!

You need to understand at what stage the property cycle is at. By the time a “boom” hits the media, its often too late, the smart property investors have already scooped up most of the bargains. Beware that interest rates alone don’t explain tren…[Read more]

Our website at http://www.propertydivas.com.au has heaps of FREE downloads including an Excel spreadsheet to add up your expenditure and receoncile income etc.

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

Hi Craig,

We have been using Lido Paganoni from IMIC Pty Ltd for years and he’s based at Wooloowin. Can help you with Life, TPD, House & Contents etc.
(Tell him Amanda from Property Divas recommended him!)

Also Richard Taylor, see post above is also a finance broker and financial planner.

AmandaBS
http://www.propertydivas.com.au
FREE online…[Read more]

Hi Lisa,

This site seems to be linked to the Reno Kings so I expect that one of them is perhaps a partner. I think $998 for a one day seminar is a bit excessive, but as Richard says do your research first.

You’re most welcome to browse our site for lots of FREE templates and resources to get you…[Read more]

“Ya cant trust a pig with watermelon ya know!”

Earthling, many of us here on this forum, live and breath property, and donate our time and resources to help others. We are not here to steal your deal, but to offer assistance, free of charge, which can be difficult when we don’t have all the facts provided.
Asking the region was more to see if…[Read more]

Hi Guys,

Well it has been a few years since I practiced in Tax Accounting but I do recall the 6 year exemption rule that applies to your PPOR as outlined above. I also thought that a taxpayer was required to make an election in his/her tax return about the exemption so please call you Accountant to…[Read more]

Yes it is possible to slide a house sideways but it could co$tly
(My guess $20k plus) , probably best to speak direct to a house restumper in your area.

Instead why not reconsider how the lot is to be subdivided. Talk with the Council or a Town Planner as maybe they will allow a “battle axe” driveway to a second house at the rear. It really…[Read more]

Try contacting Xenia Ioannou from Adprop Pty Ltd, also known on this forum as “Dr X”.

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

Ok I’m a bit clearer now.
What is the Councils main arguement for not allowing blocks with a 25m frontage? If you can identify the issue they have it may be easier for me and others to answer.
Also I was referring to a private Town Planner and not the person from Council. Most private Town planners, Surveyors, Civil engineers etc. will help you…[Read more]

If all else fails, why not do a property search yourself through RP data or ABR?
A street address search plus a title search should cost under $100.

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

Hi Celeste,

Great results and thank you for sharing. We can all learn so much from the efforts of others.
If anyone is interested we currently have a competition on our website (closes 18/1/2007) to win a book for the best property story…photo’s welcome. Here’s the link…[Read more]

Here’s my 7 $mart $imple $olutions to get you started in property:

Step 1 Set your financial goals
Step 2 Prepare a Budget
Step 3 Determine an investment strategy
Step 4 Build your team
Step 5 Research
Step 6 Prepare a Feasibility Study
Step 7 Negotiate the deal and repeat!!

AmandaBS
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This doesn’t sound like the Richard Taylor I know ???????

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

Hi Earthling,

Generally most Councils will have specified in their residential codes the minimum lot size, but also the min building envelope. If the blocks you suggest are too narrow, it will be difficult for most people to build a home and have sufficient space around them.
Aslo for asthetic reasons most Councils don’t like to see a cul-de-sac…[Read more]

I’d suggest you ring the relevant department in your state:

For further information contact http://www.firsthome.gov.au or your Office of State Revenue:

NSW http://www.osr.nsw.gov.au

ACT http://www.revenue.act.gov.au

NT http://www.nt.gov.au/ntt/revenue

QLD http://www.osr.qld.gov.au

SA http://www.revenuesa.gov.au

TAS http://www.treasury.tas.gov.au

VIC…[Read more]

Hi Catherine,
Well it looks like you’ve got your question answered but I thought I’d post this extract from http://www.propertydivas.com.au for you anyway.

First Home Owners Grant

In order to offset the impact of the introductions of GST, the government introduced the First Home Owners Grant (FHOG) on 1 July, 2000.

Who is Eligible?

A natural person…[Read more]