Yes Gats,

He certainly was way taller than any building he ever had to soar from in his role as Superman, and in particular in the years where he wasn’t even standing; that’s when he towered the most!!!

Not only was he gorgeously handsome, but even beyond the physical level, he had an inspirationally beautiful spirit, which will never age, and…[Read more]

Originally posted by redwing:
There is a ‘wealth’ of knowledge and knowledgeable people out there nowadays that just weren’t around when i was younger..

Yes they were Redwing, but like most youngsters (self included) you probably thought you knew it all and that they were full of BS!!![blush2] My how things HAVEN’T changed for the young, even…[Read more]

If I was 25 again I would….have been investing already for the last 7 years!!![biggrin]

Seriously, I wouldn’t change a thing, except perhaps not marry my first husband (the divorce settlement hurt more than the break up)!!! But then I wouldn’t have the two gorgeous kids I have, so nope, I would leave things as they were.

In hindsight, I have…[Read more]

Thanks Mischief,

You’re so right!!!

Lucky for me I don’t HAVE TO do the paperwork; I just promised I would, hence deadlines are not a factor in this equation, and distractions are permissable.

As for the stats…yeah, guess I’m a stats rat from my early psych days; old habits die hard!!! [blush2]

Oh well….forward bound!!![biggrin]

Jo

Hi Ben,

Welcome to the forum!!! (Always good to see another Melbournian in here) [winking]

I am maybe speaking out of ignorance, and as such I am sure the “Steve worshippers” will correct me if I’m wrong, but I seriously doubt that Mr McKnight is buying a property each week (not in today’s market)!!! [whistle]

Cheers,

Jo

Ahhhhh so you get my drift Calvin???!!! [grin]

See what happens when you are chained to a desk with towering pillars (paperwork) surrounding your from every angle??? You tend to lean towards going [wacko][upsidedown] and start counting/analysing bloody forum stats to break the boredom, and for the fun of it!!!!

Yipppeeeeeeeee!!!…[Read more]

Originally posted by geo:
Originally posted by Monopoly:
FYI Geo…..175K turned into 925K in 10 years, and that’s just one example!!! [biggrin] Stranger things have happened!!!

Amazing example Jo. I’ve never seen or heard of somthing going this much up in value but I won’t doubt you. Its estimated that property doubles almost every 10 years.…[Read more]

Maybe if we keep telling them Simon; they might ACTUALLY start listening, and act now!!!

People often think I’m kidding when I tell them I retired 2 years ago (at 39) ignoring the fact that I started my journey when I was 18. That’s 21 years of watching my properties double, triple and quadruple in value to the point that I can (and sadly, do)…[Read more]

I DO Pelican, but I have been almost chained to this bloody desk for a couple of weeks bogged down with bloody paperwork, all in the name of friendship (long story)!!!

Motto: NEVER VOLUNTEER, and a friend in need is a pain in the ass!!!![blink]

Jo [biggrin]

777,219,433 [tongue]

Just kidding Rugby!!! Honestly, I don’t know, it seemed quiet in here and I thought it was just me, so I figured why not see how much (if at all) the numbers had dropped. I half expected a drop, hence it was no great surprise, but I didn’t expect the figures to change so dramatically from one day to the next.

Why was I…[Read more]

Of course you can have one kp; but you had better have a big backyard, and an even bigger wallet for one of these babies!!! [grin]

Check it out:

http://www.monash.edu.au/synchrotron/about/

Jo

Okay now I’m curious….

How does this impact those in more remote areas of NZ (on both islands); that is to say, are they equally feeling the pinch of downward spiral in property prices, and are investors fixing their IRs in light of further increases??

What are the NZ bird-dog’s views??? [blink]

Anyone…..Westan, Mini, CastleDreamer???…[Read more]

Kay,

I don’t ever see the need for anyone to try and justify “paying off debt” as it is always a worthwhile exercise IMO. Sure, you may not be actively buying right now, but paying down debts you are alleviating the pressure; which will help in months to come when IRs move upwards.

People forget this, and think “I can buy cheap” and…[Read more]

Originally posted by trisha007:
*No time
Maybe a “buyer’s agent” can help?? Just a thought.

*Not enough knowledge(yet)
Ah but you’re working on maximising this; excellent move; keep up the good work!!

*No support (well maybe only a little)
From whom?? If it is from those within the industry, there are many here who will give you bucketloads,…[Read more]

Hi 0123456789 (hmmm…that was easy!!!)[tongue]

Bear in mind that student rentals can have “seasonal” issues, ie. less demand/higher vacancy rates during school holiday times.

Do a search on “student accommodation” and although much of it may pertain to students renting houses on a “room by room” basis, some information may still be useful in…[Read more]

Hi Elika,

Especially for buying interstate, the major RE websites are the best starting point. Just because they may not always be up-to-date (ie. they have a few that are sold but have not been removed yet) shouldn’t deter you from contacting the agents; in fact, the more agents you contact the closer you will get to finding that “right one”…[Read more]

My guess collector, would be that the vendor is not prepared to pay the (full) advertising cost, hence the agent will limit any advertising to areas which are at no cost to the vendor or themselves. And if they (the agents) do list it in an area which has an associated cost, this cost may well have been factored into the overall commission (in…[Read more]

Originally posted by Yorker:
Once again I’ll clarify: There are certain times in your life i.e babies etc when buying property is not the best wealth building strategy for the individual. My point in a nutshell was buy when the time and circumstances are right for you.

Okay, I’ll play….

Excuses for inactivity (as per the title):

When you are…[Read more]

Well Shaun,

In the words of one of the forums most respected moderators (Derek), consider the money an “investment” (ie. finding a mate)!! And as such, money well spent!!

Cheers, [biggrin]

Jo

You are welcome Yorker, thanks for the acknowledgement!!!

I am an investor Yorker, and a parent, and true, buying at certain time (ie. having a baby) is more difficult and perhaps not the most financially wise of moves, however, I am also concerned with my and my children’s future, hence I would make the sacrifice for their sakes. But yes, that…[Read more]