Chiara,
I have done their bus tour and would recommend strongly that you do a google search on the principal of the company. His name is Victor Ollis.

Jacqueline

Kev,

The important thing to remember about purchasing in Brisbane (or any big city) is the land value. It is the land that appreciates over time, as the house actually depreciates (unless you’ve value added through renovations) so when you’re looking at apartments, you need to consider the land content within the purchase price. As a general…[Read more]

Though I did not go to your seminar this time, Steve,(sniff sniff )
I have heard from others who did what a terrific experience it was, and how much they gained from it. Well done yet again for another informative and action-packed weekend! Keep up the great work!

Jacqueline

Hey David

As far as finance goes, it is an area where you are usually better off engaging the services of a switched on independent broker, who can sort through your personal situation and present you with a number of choices. There are so many loan products out there and it’s important to get the one that best suits your individual situation.…[Read more]

You go Lance!
It’s terrific to see people like yourself fired up with enthusiasm and drive. We may all possess the knowledge, but it’s taking action that separates the truly successful. I wish you every good fortune (though I don’t think you will need it by the sounds of it

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David,

If I were you I’d begin by reading and using the services of your local library and bookshop in earnest. Books are terrific as they contain a wealth of information, without the big price tag

Hi Michael!
I think you would find that, though some solicitors can provide a vendor’s list of depreciable fittings you are actually economically better off hiring a QS yourself to do it, as they will usually place a higher value on such items and find things that you or your accountant may miss. They usually charge anywhere from $385-$800…[Read more]

Hi Wayne

Hey Sooshie,

On our last revaluation we told our lender that we would like to pay for the valuation ourselves, as we preferred to show the valuer through personally. They agreed to this and when the value came in at an unsatisfactory amount, I sent the valuer a two page letter outlining why I considered my house worth $30K more than what he had…[Read more]

OK Steve I couldn’t resist! Just the mention of a reward is making me salivate… (I hope it’s edible!)

Seriously, though, congratulations on getting a forum up and running! I am most impressed and pleased, as the benefits of a forum far outweigh the negatives. It is an ideal place to exchange ideas, network with other like minded individuals…[Read more]