Hi 
I have done this multiple times, but not for a decade or so, so my pricing would be out.

From memory it used to cost me around $12k for the shift and something similiar for stumps and steel.

It's not a bad thing, after the transport you end up getting
-new stumps
-new wiring
-new plumbing
-new roof

I would highly recommend that you stump it…[Read more]

See a lawyer regarding Asset Protection, accountants are not able to provide legal advice like that.  

I like using various trust structures for property investment.  I think you would benefit from looking at not just the structure for this investment but your overall structure.

Utilising a trust structure that then lends money to your property…[Read more]

Payments for pre-sales go into a solicitor's trust account.

You use solicitor's and agents in combination to liase.

I would always say yes.  

regards

Darryl

There are definitely some big opportunities.

I just appraised a site a medium density residential site, that will allow 3 times as many units under the new cityplan 2012 as opposed to the old. 3 2 beds to 9 2 beds is a big jump.

What about a 600m LMR site.  Currently 300m2 of gross floor area allowed (excludes balconies)
New plan 540m2 (inc…[Read more]

Hi Ultra

It is with the State Govt and out for community feedback at present.  Council is being cagey as to dates. Hopefully first half of the year.  I am starting to submit some applications based on the new plan, though I wouldn't be pushing the 180sqm lots as yet.

regards

Hi
I agree wtih Terry you need to get specific advice.

Separate entities for developing and holding is a good start.

Trusts can provide flexibility for distribution of income and capital as well as asset protection.  But if you don't set it up properly neither will work.

Hi Tom

Terry is correct in that asset protection advice should be through a lawyer, not an accountant.

One huge advantage you have, is that it is easiest to set up an appropriate structure early on. The more assets you have in the wrong structure, the more it costs to put them right.

I have just helped a client through the liquidation of one of…[Read more]

Hi 

Driveway Last.  No damage from machines digging up for other stuff.  Others depends more on coordination of trades.

Good luck

Darryl

Hi 
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Logan City Council is a bit of a different beast, but they currently don't charge for prelodgement meetings which can help if you are trying to push some boundaries.  If you PM the address and what you want to do, I will happy have a look and then post non-identifying info regarding the proposal and issues on…[Read more]

Also

Duplex Code

Multiunit Dwellings changing from Gross Floor Area to Site Coverage.  Massive increase in number of units that will be allowed under this model.

Eg 1000sqm block in 3 storey zone  –
currently 60% GFA or 600sqm of units not including balconies 
under new plan 45% site coverage.  3 stories plus a garage level (max 1m above…[Read more]

Hi 
Have been vigorously plugging away at it and have  quite a lot on my new website about it.
http://www.brisbanecityplan2012.com.au

The lot sizes drop dramatically if you are prepared to do a DA for the dwellings at the same time. Min sizes are

Low Density Residential    300 sqm  & 7.5m frontage.  400sqm & 10m for rear lots

Character…[Read more]

Hi

Can you get a remedy under law?  Sounds like a yes on the facts provided.

Is it worth pursuing if they are not forthcoming? Unlikely, legal costs would be more cost than fixing it. 

Your solicitor advised to settle, so see what their estimates of costs are to pursue.

Sometimes it is easier and cheaper to forget it and move on even where the…[Read more]

Hi DM
Structures depend on whether you are going to keep 1 or not.  A trust structure is often a great way to go, just sounds like your setup costs were on the high side,  If it was for only the trust, was anything else provided.

I would charge $3,500 for a Development site package but that includes
Trust with Corp trustee 
Loan Agreement and…[Read more]