BrisInvestor replied to the topic Old versus New in the forum Creative Investing 15 years, 3 months ago
The advantage of starting in a low price bracket is that new investors learn what is required to research and purchase a property without an immense amount of financial risk. You may make mistakes on your first property purchase, but ultimately if you follow the 'rules' and buy in a decent area with diverse employment opportunites and good rental…[Read more]
BrisInvestor replied to the topic minimum size for land development in whyalla in SA??? in the forum Hi Yoda,
Whilst I’m not up 15 years, 3 months agoHi Yoda,Whilst I'm not up with the Council regulations in Whyalla, check out the Council website development section: http://www.whyalla.sa.gov.au/site/page.cfm?u=210Cheers,BrisInvestor
BrisInvestor replied to the topic What is the role of property management Company in the forum Commercial Property 15 years, 3 months ago
Hi Judith,You should also know that most landlord's insurance policies require the property to be professionally managed by a licenced property manager. Otherwise you might find that any protection you thought you had under your landlord's policy is not valid.Cheers,BrisInvestor
BrisInvestor replied to the topic Contract clauses in the forum Help Needed! 15 years, 3 months ago
Not a contract clause, but can't hurt to ask permission from the vendor to advertise the property for rent early – ideally straight after you go unconditional. That way you'll get a head start on finding a good tenant (reference checks etc) and the only thing they need to do after settlement is an inspection to confirm they are h…[Read more]
BrisInvestor replied to the topic Advice on Land in the forum Help Needed! 15 years, 3 months ago
Hi Nit,Only the supersticious locals will care about that kind of history – renters are more likely coming from different areas and won't have any idea.Besides, it will be a completely different house with no history. Don't let it bother you – buy it if it's a good investment!As an aside, if the house was still standing and there had been an…[Read more]
BrisInvestor replied to the topic Any Investors who have found quality buyers agents in Adelaide or Brisbane? in the forum General Property 16 years ago
Hi Pete, I've had a fantastic experience with a Brisbane buyers agency called RedRoof (http://www.redroof.com.au) – I approached a couple of buyers agents, but these guys stood out with their professionalism, ethics, approach and track record. They also managed to save me more than my buyer's agent fee on my purchase – couldn't have asked for more!There…[Read more]