I think you need to hit the road and start looking at properties, auctions, internet, newspapers (real estate section) etc and try to establish what you’re looking for. You need to establish how much you can comfortably spend without cramping your lifestyle, but spend enough to get you out of your comfort zone.There is nothing like being self…[Read more]

Have a look at land/properties on Magnetic Island. I nearly purchased some land there a few weeks back for a quick turn around and sell again after long settlement. Still some intersting places available there but you need to look hard. The developers are moving in there and its pretty much a captive audience. Could be a good place to invest as…[Read more]

Does anyone know the cost for horse adjistment. I have a vacant block available to me that is not zoned residential and cannot have a house on it. If the returns are good I may make an offer on the block.[biggrin]

Scott Bevis

Not sure where you live but I’ve had a look at one of my tenancy agreements. This one is through the RTA http://www.rta.qld.gov.au Part 11 page 3 of 10 shows the special terms that are the responsibilities of the tenant. It gives an idea of things such as pets, pest control, front garden and back yard etc. Check the website for the Tenancy authority for…[Read more]

I’m with the ANZ bank. They were more flexible for me but I did have to do alot more convincing before they would agree to give me the money. I switched from Westpac as they were stuffing me around.

Scott Bevis

I’m not concerned that the prices are increasing due to our contribution to their economy. Watch and see what the government does there and if they think it will be a problem they will put something in place to fix it and keep the prices down or the Aussies out. Maybe interest rates, tax on Aussie investors, who knows? If you see an opportunity…[Read more]

You are looking for details on what investing has done to peoples’ lifestyles. Back in 1994 I had a bad car accident and due to complete ignorance and stupidity didn’t have insurance. As a result I was taken to the cleaners. In 1997 I began using a financial planner. My investing began then in the Brisbane market. I’ve got 4 properties accross…[Read more]