I’m geelong born and bred so if you ever need advice on suburbs and such, I’m your girl! I’ve been interested in property for a number of years but being only 18 and just starting uni, I’m putting of my investing dreams until i have enough knowledge and capital. If you need further advice than what I give here, send me an email.

If looking to…[Read more]

One of the differences between our situations is I don’t particularly want to work in the finance industry. I’ve thought about trying to get employment in real estate but as yet I don’t have a car (its a 2 year goal as I also need my Learners and Probationary licence first, which is expensive).

While this partly detracts from the property…[Read more]

Another possibility is spending a bit more and getting a house with two living areas, and turning that living area into a bedroom or, depending on the size, two. I’m a student renter and I’d much prefer to have a living area to veg in once the studying gets too much. Instead of having it as a lounge room, have it as sort of a common room at…[Read more]

I could source properties in the Geelong area for you online and possibly PM you if I find a deal I consider that might be interesting. I live in the area and am time rich and wouldn’t ask for any money out of the deal, just for the priveledge of discussing your experiences.

I doubt you’d be interested but if you are, give me a holler (preferably…[Read more]

In response to Matt, part time uni isn’t an option. You can’t teach without a licence and to do that, you need a 4 year degree, although im doing it slightly differently by completing a bachelor of arts and then getting a diploma of education. Takes the same time but leaves more room.

Most uni related expenses probably wouldn’t be tax deductable,…[Read more]

My dad kept it a secret and I got told at one stage ( a few years ago) what he was earning but not so much since.

I’m 18 and moved out 6 months ago and I’d recommend all parents try to involve their kids in finances, including how much they earn. It prepares us for independence and good financial management skills to see where the money is going,…[Read more]

I see where your coming from but I’m on centrelink benefits and, with part-time work, the maximum amount I could earn is $15’000 a year – probably the lowest I could offer as a deposit. I understand taking risks is an element of investing however financially, I have a lot to risk. It might not be a loss of money but I’d have to sell what limited…[Read more]

Could I just say a big thank you for being so considerate? I know you had a lot to risk and that it was a financial strain but sometimes people can’t help the situations they are in. Treating the tenant the way you did is likely to foster a postive relationship … however did have the potential to blow up. I’m not saying you should always act…[Read more]