Jeez Bill,

Fair go on us all! I read crashy’s post a little earlier, but having any experience with this sort of thing, I didn’t have anything really helpful to respond with.[]

But, Crashy, I agree with Bill, take them to task over it!!![!]

Cheers
Kym

Paul,

i like Lucky Phils idea too!!
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Cheers
Kym

Hi Bill,

I’d say:-

Build On A Firm Foundation

Cheers
Kym

Guys, Guys, Guys,

Just running some quick calc’s & I’ve come up with a better way to spend $1998!! We still get to meet mini, peter & enjo lady (& others) and share their wisdom.

Flight from Perth to Melb – $550
A couple of nites at Crown – $600
Bar tab at the Windsor – $500
Meals in Liagon St – $200
Taxi Fares – $100
Panadol, Berroca & Bot…[Read more]

Hi Milen,

Rather than get into an explanation myself, you will more than likely find the info you require at the ATO’s website.

As a general comment – you cannot claim the interest if you haven’t actually incurred it as a cost

http://www.ato.gov.au/individuals/pathway.asp?pc=001/002/002/005&mfp=001/002&mnu=1009#001_002_002_005

If this link doe…[Read more]

Great idea!!

I’m one of those people that everybody gets confused about. I should really change my nickname to ‘Kewl Dudette’ but it just doesn’t sound as funky.[8D]

Agree Propertylogist!
People should have profiles that read something like:-

“Single, white, millionaire, female” or
“Tall, dark, handsome, billionaire guy” []

Cheers
Kym

Hi Allan,

I usually find the local councils, tourist information bureau, ABS (Aust. Bureau of Statistics) are good places to start.

Cheers
Kym

Hi Guys,

I had a report done by these guys for the last IP I purchased, I was really happy with the results – especially since it was an older property, I was happy with their service and their professionalism.
All Good!!!

Cheers
Kym
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Hi Mpks,

Just so happens I work for a builder (WA), who deals primarily with rural properties. I have also lived in a house with a septic tank and leach drain system. So, let me know exactly what you want to know, I’ll probably be able to help with comments on standard leach drain systems (including sump & pumps), alternative systems, eco-max, b…[Read more]

Hi Redwing,

It’s Kewl Dudette, but that just doesn’t have the same ‘ring’ to it!!

Most of the folks in here are from over east, I would speculate that is because Steve probably hasn’t done much work over here (if any).

I think it was DaisyGirl? who organised an outing in Melbourne at a coffee shop for people who were interested, maybe we should…[Read more]

Hi Sue,

The local council involved would be able to help with some things ie:- car parking requirements on site, max number of persons allowed to co-inhabit a single dwelling, you may have to apply for a licence, advertise your intent & get comment or agreement from adjoining land owners.

I’ve never looked at doing this sort of thing p…[Read more]

Hi Bribie,

I’m here too. Going backwards & forwards between the laptop & the weekend chores!!

Cheers
Kym

Hi Peter,

Agree totally with Peter P & Redwing. There are plenty of opportunities available. You just need to get out there and find them. Maybe have a look at Geraldton. You may be able to find some good opportunities there.

Also check out Peter P’s & Pin’s previous postings under the topic heading “research methods”. They have provided some ex…[Read more]

Judith,

A wonderful, warm & loving story to remind us of what’s really important!!

Good on ya!

Cheers
Kym

Agree Jim! Any info on the ATO’s point of view?

Cheers
Kym

Ok, thanks guys. I’ll stop my whining now. I just had so many problems getting any form of credit when I first started working for my self; I started to get paranoid about the situation, before I’d even thought about it!

Cheers for your comments
Kym

Hi Keith,

I believe anyone inspecting a property should be a registered builder. Not sure about Pest Control though, but always ensure they carry out their inspection inline with the relevant Australian standard.

AS 4349 “Inspections of buildings. Part 3: Timber Pest Inspections”

Cheers
Kym

Hi Craig,

Agree with nu gen, source a QS and get them to do a depreciation schedule for you. It will make your life easier!!

Cheers
Kym

Hi Doug,

The reason your cc limit can become an issue is because when a lender makes an assessment as to wether or not you are able to adequately service a loan, they take into account the actual limit of the cc, not the amount owning.

They do this because, at any given time you will have access to $6500 worth of finance/credit. That means, the…[Read more]

Hi Cobra,

Yeah – too true. I’m not in a position where I have that problem yet. Although, it still may not hurt you to leave contact details with neighbours etc.? I think that when I do come up against this sort of thing, I’ll at least investigate my costs and time in having to travel to do inspections etc. The cost will probably be way, way,…[Read more]