Do a forum search for Derek Jones, he has a wealth of information that could help you.

No experience whatsoever but surely anyone who has trouble raising bond may encounter the same problems when ‘trying’ to pay rent.

…what species are they?

There are many Australian Natives that are non stinging so may not be a problem.

Try putting an ad in the local rag ‘ free bees to a good home – self removal’ and stand back

Why Cairns in particular?

Some of the most spectacular environment in Australia = some of the most expensive property. (It’s been years since I’ve been up that way though)

Not that there is anything wrong with that it just depends upon what you are trying to do with the investment.

I would have thought ther’d be many opportunities within a stones throw of where you are now (where you could, given that this is your first IP, keep a closer eye on them).

Money doesn’t care where it’s invested.

Also depends on WHY you are buying and if you can afford it.

Are you after Cash Flow, Capital Gains or both?

Have you (even by pencil) ‘done the numbers’?

What will you do in a worst case?

I think that most of us think too much (myself included!).

ANY deal can be positive if either the deposit or income is large enough.

The old saying “Don’t ask a used car dealer if you need anew car..” has a lot of relevance to your question.

Anything can be done, you just have to work out the how and why…

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Neighbours Tree == Neihbours Responsibility.

Ask them to have an arbourist remove any dangerous overhangs.

Don’t touch it yourself, it could become YOUR problem.

It’s amazing what a knock on the door and the offer of a drink can do.

NO DOCument & LO DOCument…in reference to loan documents.

Have a dig ’round or do a search on this site and you should find answers to most questions.

Cheers.