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  • Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    I got to try that one.

    The other day I told an Indian call centre worker I had to go as one of the kangaroos was fighting my platypus in the bathroom – nowhere near as funny as your effort!

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    You can always negotiate – especially in this market where so few have been sold!

    If the Agent wont allow it – speak to his licensee or the developer direct.

    Of course the developer may well say no – but yopu are still allowed to make your offer!

    All the best,

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Phil,

    Are you suggesting this person refinances an IP to buy a PPOR and claim the refinanced amount on tax?

    The purpose of the loan determines the deductibility. If the loan is to buy a PPOR then it is not deductible regardless of what it is borrowed against.

    This is so wrong and I quite frankly expect better from you. Or is this someone pretending to be you?

    Zaksta, I do agree that you need to seek an accountants advice rather than us strangers…. but please be very careful following Resiwealth’s advice in his last post.

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Sometimes they just whip out a grinder and take the difference off so there is no longer a tripping hazard. I guess that would be the cheapest option.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    If I went on holiday and locked up my place who would suggest it wasn’t my home still?

    I think this warrants a phonecall to the relevant authority rather than just speculation.

    Cheers,

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Originally posted by thomasp:

    Hi Zaksta,
    But, buy your house before you leave, get the FHOG and then get someone in to rent it out.

    Don’t forget to factor in living in the house for 6 months to qualify to keep the FHOG.

    Although if you kept your stuff there whilst OS with no rent you may still call it home? I don’t know where you stand here?

    Anyone?

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Originally posted by nathan210:

    Hi Simon,

    If Zaksta has already purchased an IP, is it still possible for them to claim the FHOG?

    I too have purchased an IP only (1st property purchae) about 18 months ago and would be very interested in learning about the ability to claim the FHOG, as we are ready to buy another property…..

    We too purchased on 100% finance with an P&I loan, but due to having saved more $ in the mean time are looking to maybe convert to an IO loan if possible to allow us to save extra cash (currently approx $700/week surplus cash to save for further property purchases as well as approx $27K in savings).

    We rent at the moment also. What would be the ideal way for us to go to maximise our immediate ability to save more $ per week and maybe buy more property with our current savings?
    [biggrin]

    It is only your thoughts that create your future – Be careful what you think!

    Convert to IO and pay minimum.

    You can get the FHOG if you bought the IP after Jul 2000 and never lived in it.

    Cheers,

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    These are harder to finance and less liquid than normal residential property.

    Do you think it will be a good prospect for CG?

    I personally wouldn’t consider a property like this for my portfolio – I think there might be better buying in Tasmania for that money.

    All the best,

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    I think the location and thus potential for CG is key here.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    The Act is quite specific.

    IPs purchased after Jul 2000 do not preclude you from getting the FHOG for your first home. As long as you never occupies those IPs.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Stop putting every cent into this IP imediately.

    Convert the loan to IO if possible and pay the minimum.

    In the meantime save every cent you can in an offset account or in a high interest online account in the lowest earners name.

    Why?

    If you pay down a substantial amount on the IP loan then buy your home you will be in the unfortunate situation of having 100% nondeductible debt against the PPOR and equity in your IP. I hope you can see that this is the opposite situation that you want!

    If you can buy a home in your area for a similar sum then I suggest aiming for a 10% deposit at least – 20% would be better. You can work out how long it will take you to save this. You can then claim the FHOG which will help a lot.

    Any more questions?

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    If I understand what you are saying then I think the answer is yes. However you cannot claim any capitalised interest.

    So you are suggesting that you let your IP LOC pay for all expenses (less interest) to do with the property and funnel all other income into your PPOR? This is possible.

    I would suggest you use an offset account if you have even the slightest intent to rent this PPOR out in the future.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Come on Resiwealth – even I know that medium density costs significantly more than houses per sqm!

    A duplex might have the same floor size as a large house but you are factoring in two kitchens, four bathrooms, two garages, two pergolas, etc etc

    I think the gibe about commissions was a little below the belt as well.

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Appreciate those points Tony.

    Certainly need to be considered and perhaps I should build and hold. Will chat with my accountant and see what she can do for me.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    I wish I was joining you. My dream is to spend a couple of months backpacking the subcontinent.

    Family committments see this being postponed for at least the foreseeable future.

    Have a great time mate

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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    New students arrive with a suitcase – esp OS ones.

    I furnish mine right down to desk lamps and teatowels.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    New students arrive with a suitcase.

    I furnish mine right down to desk lamps and teatowels.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Isn’t that a stockmarket term where market makers collude to drive a share up?

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    Yep.

    Have added some more managed funds and am looking into a development.

    Cheers,

    Simon Macks
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    Profile photo of Mortgage HunterMortgage Hunter
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    I think it just goes on looks. God knows how Dazzling slipped through.

    Simon Macks
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