Martin

I see that you have edited your last post and omitted some of the content, which is what some of my reply was based on. That’s fine but I will keep mine the same only to say that the word ‘arrogant’ was probably a bit strong and perhaps ‘lack of respect’ is more appropriate.

Also that paying someone for a service, whether it be buying…[Read more]

Great reply Martin and it does appear that I have put your nose out of joint.

This forum is about expressing views and I guess opinions if we so desire, so I don’t necessarily apologise for my previous post. In relation to emailing first, I thought that the purpose of the forum was also to participate in and promote active discussion and free…[Read more]

Great reply Martin and it does appear that I have put your nose out of joint.

This forum is about expressing views and I guess opinions if we so desire, so I don’t necessarily apologise for my previous post. In relation to emailing first, I thought that the purpose of the forum was also to participate in and promote active discussion and free…[Read more]

Hi Martin

I see from the threads that you seem to have purchased in the States, well done.

At the risk of sounding negative and perhaps putting your nose out of joint, it is a no-brainer to buy and pay retail for turn-key properties from someone who has done the hard work before you and in turn profits from your lack of research or effort. I am…[Read more]

Mabbott

Great thread with interesting replies.

Magellan, I hope you don’t go into marriage counselling!!! lmao

I think that this is a very important topic. My partner is very much on the conservative side wheras I work in a very high risk occupation and have recently been investing in quite high risk investments in NZ and USA.

I have made the…[Read more]

Hi katfrat

I am selling my laptop if you are interested. It’s only 6 months old and will become surplus when I start my new posting at work.

PM me if you are interested.

Have a great trip and festive season.

All the best…Giraffe

“Real Estate – The Foundations of Wealth”

Thank you everyone for the positive comments, both to those who posted on the forum and by email. It took some time to type, especially for a two-finger typist, so I’m glad the effort was worthwhile.

Richo, I am not in the mentor progam. Although I support the concept for those who want that guidance and education, I agree 100% with kiwiduvet’s…[Read more]

Thanks for all of the emails and the couple of replies on the forum. Below is a copy of my journal, I guess now by popular demand. For those who emailed me, I will email you a copy in pdf format.

My USA Adventure by Peter Lockwood (aka Giraffe)

Hello all

You may have read my previous post titled USA Adventure. In that post I mentioned that I…[Read more]

Hello from Rochester NY

Firstly, an apology to those who emailed me interested in progress reports. I have just been too busy on the ground to be able to commit time to writing an update that would be of any use.

Due to the fact that there are a number of people interested in the US and many will be travelling here in the next couple of months,…[Read more]

Hi Coreyjay

Thanks for providing such an interesting post, I’m sure it will be very popular.

If you are a regular poster on this forum, and/or subscribe to Steve McKnight’s newsletter, you will find that Steve is contemplating a similar style of program. In his last communication, Steve mentioned that he had not finalised any pricing structure,…[Read more]

Cheers guys

Your comments, honesty and enthusiasm are certainly appreciated.

Thank you.

Peter

“It pays to stick your neck out”

Muppet and Westan,

Thanks so much for your constructive replies. These are certainly more appreciated than the ‘jokes’ that seemed to humour those on the program or the program itself.

You guys certainly have a lot to offer those on this forum, as you are in the perfect position to pass on your experiences of investing in NZ and answer the many…[Read more]

G’day all

Well it looks like KA2 consists so far of fellow Melbournians. Anyone from other states taking a peak at this thread? KA had participants from all over Oz, even Alice Springs (Howdy Hunter!!!)

Lisa, it’s great to see you on the thread. I hope all is well and your investments are thriving.

Gramyre, I’m so sorry you missed out on the…[Read more]

G’day Duggan

Firstly congratulations on getting interested in investing at your age.

In relation to your ethical dilemma, I bought my grandfather’s unit when he had to move into supported accommodation because he could no longer look after himself and nana. I bought it off him because he needed to sell and I was looking for my first investment.…[Read more]

G’day Millsy,

Which state are you from?

Sounds like a good idea to exchange emails prior to the event. I was on the last Kiwi Adventure and communicating prior to the trip will help to break the ice on the intro night.

Cheers…Peter

It pays to stick your neck out