Hi Marilyn,I would be happy to help, assist or just simply have a chat with you. Please feel free to call me (0407 227 602) email [email protected] or just post any questions you may have on this forum and I would be more than happy to help.Peter T

Yes, Richard Taylor would be the man to speak to, or you could also buy "Subject to" deals, then the finance is in order  and the interest is fixed for the term of the loan.Peter T

Hey Josh,Thanks for the link, it has some great information. You make a very good point on why you disagree with me on housing affordability and I should have explained in more detail, ( sorry).Phoenix has a great deal of foreclosures on the market at the moment, and is still getting flooded with foreclosures on a daily basis. This is where I a…[Read more]

Hey Vincent,The truth is Phoenix and Atlanta are not places I would be investing in at the moment, I understand they have seen HUGE price declines. However they remain unaffordable relative to local peoples incomes. You also mentioned that (buying properties that have weathered the storm magnificently, you may be buying them at 80% of their f…[Read more]

Mike,I have been investing in TEXAS for several years now, and I understand there has been a few people that have not had great experiences, but the reason for responding to this post is to let people know that it has been a very smooth transaction for me to date, A brief overview on how my transactions are as follows;Property # 1The first…[Read more]

Mike,I have purchased several properties in the US (Texas). My business partner and I have used several different stratergies to buy these properties. I mainly buy renovate and sell (flip) or sell to a rent to own. We are currently holding onto 2 properties as they are are returning higher than average returns.We are just in the process of closing…[Read more]

Hey staffreid129310,I have used Richard Taylor for my loans and I also speak to Richard on a regular basis. The way he conducts his business is second to none. He will get things done with no fuss at all, and after speaking with him you know you will be getting the best deal available.THE GUY IS A GENIUS!!!!!!!!If you would like to give me a call…[Read more]

Hi Roseagain,I should be able to help you out, as I have a great contact in the US (Texas) who would have no problems in answering any questions.Give me a call or msg me anytime as I am happy to share my experiences with you.Peter 0407 227 602

I would be interested in buying it as well PM me

Blogs has some very interesting points that i do not think people should just dismiss.I cought up with a friend in Canberra over the weekend and he bought his house in 2006 and sold it for 8k less in 2008 if you also take into account the agents fees he has lost more than just 8k.Blogs keep the info comming!zippys

yes very much so!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

if you wanna have a chat let me know

kind regards peter

great read foundation,
I agree with many of your thoughts and share the same opinions!!!!!!!
P.S just ignore dazzling everyone else does[biggrin]

hey,
thanks for the replys, my above post may not have been very clear and im sorry about that but what i was trying to achieve is to see what difference of opinions everyone had on why as an investor you are staying away from the US market? or why you believe its a great place to invest?

thanks
peter

indigo,
IMO qnbyn is a good place to invest for commercial property, residential not so much due to the big plans DHA have for residential properties in certian areas, contact DHA to see what plans they have its quite interesting!!

peter

pyschic
I believe commercial property is a great way to invest,the only downside would be capital growth is not achieved the same way as residential so LOTS or research is needed!!!!!

peter

i like what you have to say gross, but i do agree with hb on this matter!

na i have made no progress but will sure let you know how i go

hey sharon/shaztaz, thanks for that, its people like you that everyone wants to hear from on this forum, il be looking for you sharon to help you out in any way i can thanks HEAPS!!!!!

sorry brahms, i dont know what D stands for, i know i might sound like an idiot but its better to be honest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

what do you mean brahms?????