Hi Panno

Another option is to offer to pay for some materials and allow tenant to do landscaping. If they agreed to do this, it could help them establish a personal connection to the property, and you could expect them to look after it, and maybe stay longer.
 Your PM has definitely exceeded their authority. You should be very clear with them as…[Read more]

Here's an article that was published  four days ago about the decision by BHP to use a 100% FIFO workforce at Caval Ridge and Daunia mines near Moranbah. There are obviously negative implications for Moranbah and other towns in the region, especially if the government allows this approach to be utilized by all companies on regional mines. Reading…[Read more]

Hi Catalyst

Just to clarify for Chris the $15,000 estimate doesn't include labor, as I have noticed from your previous posts you do your own work, and I would be very happy to see so much achieved for $15,000.

Regards,
Tony

On the subject of games….I had a look at Cashflow 101 and 202 on Rich Dad Poor Dad website. Although ordinarily quite expensive, they had a half price sale advertised. When I clicked on the link I was repeatedly directed to the full price items. As a result I did an internet search and found a combined set of 101 and 202 on ebay for $79.00.  The…[Read more]

A proposal for an integrated FIFO camp in Moranbah

http://www.cqnews.com.au/news/camp-a-good-compromise-mayor-affirms-need-for-stro/1756343/

The best issue of API I've read, and I expect to refer to it in the immediate future to refresh my memory on key points made by all three contributors mentioned above.

Damned computer…. here’s the link

http://www.gladstoneobserver.com.au/news/boost-gladstone-government-lifts-ban-shale-oil/1753676/

The following article regarding the lifting of a ban on oil shale mining in Queensland.was in the Observer today in Gladstone. Curiously, this sentence ("The industry was told it must prove it's technology before the government would give the green light to proceed.")  in the article elicited no further comment as to whether or not the requirement…[Read more]

Hi Flynn

Extreme caution or better yet total avoidance is the best policy here. I've been hired to do two termite repair jobs in my previous capacity as a carpenter. The damage to both houses was much greater than the owners had been lead to believe by several "experts" more qualified than your RE agent. In one of the houses I ended up literally…[Read more]

Hi Mark
I've had good results doing renovations to my PPOR and refinancing to purchase IP properties. In my experience I benefited twice, improving my purchase power by increasing the value of each dollar I put into my house, and improving my own living standards. There is also the constant satisfaction of seeing the results of your labor.

Hi Joe

jmsrachel wrote:
Gees that question was asked 7 years ago.

You've obviously been a member for a long time then. I was going to do a little research on rendering myself. This thread gives me a head start then. I noticed you mentioned elsewhere that you are getting a builders license soon. Are  you a carpenter? I think from a vague…[Read more]

I second the motion. Freckle to be Treasurer…I don't fancy the chances of anyone convincing him to loosen to purse strings for ill conceived proposals. 

Whoops, wrong link above

http://www.propertyobserver.com.au/queensland/most-home-owners-lack-flood-insurance-as-claims-rise-above-$120-million/2013012959015/Page-2?utm_campaign=d29b241ca1-January_30_1_29_2013&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Property%2BObserver%2BList

https://www.propertyinvesting.com/forums/property-investing/creative-investing/4322335#comment-281359

According to the following article, a lot of those exposed to risk of floods are not insured for various reasons, including the high cost. It also reveals that there has (surprise, surprise) been little progress in the Federal Government's Natural Disaster Insurance Review. So for many of those who have suffered damage to their homes, perhaps for…[Read more]

Hi Richard

I'm also glad to hear you weathered the storm with minimal damage. On the bright side, bad weather helps you appreciate good weather!

Regards,
Tony

I vote for two new candidates

Hi Andy

Two possibilities your broker and solicitor have probably already considered but worth a mention…

If you can come up with more money to add to your deposit the banks may finance your settlement with a lower LVR. Some options may be too risky to consider, but think outside the square and scramble… the loss if you cannot settle far…[Read more]

Hi Andy

You mention you have other properties and have a development of your own underway. Although I realize that under normal circumstances cross collateralising is something to avoid, it may be possible to raise finance to settle if you are willing to go down that path. when you consider the potential loss you face if you fail to settle, the…[Read more]

Unfortunately what were once considered to be "one in a hundred year events" are becoming the benchmark for more frequent severe storms. I've personally made it routine due diligence to to determine high water mark during the most extreme events, and then to focus on areas well above that. I purchased in Mackay shortly after the 2011 storms, and…[Read more]