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Hi,
Having both built my own and purchased a “already built” set of duplexes, i would have to say purchase an already built set of duplexes. Being a builder i did my sums and thought that building myself would be cheaper, however, after waiting 4 months in council – 2 months with surveyors and land titles office (the duplex only taking 2 months to build). I found that i had outlayed nearly 100% of the cost with no return until recieving an occupation certificate (8 months later). Luckily i had tenants ready to move in on completion.Agree on the professional advise as well – make sure you speak to and get a quote from a local surveyor who understands your local councils Floor/Open space ratios.
Hope this helps,
Hi WiNmaKlIn,
I have often got away with a personal cheque and thought this was normal practice as i have never been refused by an agent. On one occasion I handed over a personal cheque and asked the agent not to bank it for four days, then managed to transfer some funds so it would clear. You can register to be a bidder minutes before the auction starts, you just need your drivers license (ID) or a signed letter from the person on who’s behalf you are bidding,
Hope this helps and good luck.Hi, If its for an investment property an you don’t want any maintenance hassles down the track. i.e painting , rotting etc. I would go for metal / aluminium pickets. They are around $80 per lineal metre, so your 7 metres would be around $600, add $500 for install and your ahead. You could use the remaining $500 to plant a nice thick hedge behind the picket fence !!
