Saz

Saz replied to the topic LMI on PPOR to buy IP – Tax Deductible? in the forum General Property 11 years, 3 months ago

On the Gold Coast. Thanks Jamie

Saz replied to the topic Throwing away LMI and Stamp Duty. How much is too much? in the forum Help Needed! 11 years, 3 months ago

Thanks everyone. I think this investment is going to be a bread and butter one. Slowish annual growth but very easy to rent being a block from the beach and very low maintenance. I just have to get over that feeling that I am 'throwing away" the money and take the plunge. It would have been valued about $35k higher a couple of years ago than my…[Read more]

Saz replied to the topic LMI on PPOR to buy IP – Tax Deductible? in the forum General Property 11 years, 3 months ago

A decent accountant is now on my TO DO LIST thanks guys. My current one has not been very helpful with the property questions.

Saz replied to the topic LMI on PPOR to buy IP – Tax Deductible? in the forum oops. Yes you are right. I 11 years, 3 months ago

oops. Yes you are right. I was referring to PPOR. Trying to fit in and got it all wrong Thanks for your advice Rick

Saz replied to the topic To render or not? in the forum Value Adding 11 years, 3 months ago

I wouldn't render. Not worth the money and hassle. I have worked in interior design and think weatherboards are a far nicer look. Freshen up with paint and save yourself some cash$$

Saz replied to the topic Throwing away LMI and Stamp Duty. How much is too much? in the forum Help Needed! 11 years, 3 months ago

HI HLE. Yes she did get 2 valuations. I was using a valuation I had a year ago and it came in $25k lower now. Maybe they are being more cautious? Nevertheless it is what it is.

The rent will still cover the repayments and insurance for property. We will have to outlay the rates.