Hi All,

Firstly Pursefattener in our local paper there was an article recently about a guy who was actually killed this way… coroner’s report is ongoing.

Secondly, a carpet layer recently commented that we were the first people ever to share our lunch with him – we just saw it as common decency, fancy eating in front of someone without…[Read more]

I’m a big fan of the gas instant HWS. There are a few different types available all with different features (or selling points [biggrin]).

Just be sure that it heats enough litres p/min to accomodate your needs – eg dishwasher takes 17L/p/m to run so don’t go getting a smaller system and wanting to have a shower while the dishwasher is…[Read more]

Sounds interesting… but I couldn’t help wondering about the smell. What was causing it, how did you get rid of it or did the fresh paint fumes just cover it up? [sick3]

Reminds me of a place we once moved into after the agent assured us it just needed a little airing. Turns out that the carpet and underlay were glued to the floorboards with…[Read more]

Sampson,

Don’t forget that even if you sell all 4 to one person there is nothing stopping them from then selling to others. Eventually this is quite likely and is why I said earlier that if possible I’d either sell all or none. Then again I’m not in your position so I don’t really know your situation or have even half the info on it that you do!

Sonja

No, but I’m curious…

Hi kp,

I can’t recall the numbers but IMHO it doesn’t matter too much because what is an acceptable deal for one person may not be acceptable for another. In my experience, we all invest for different reasons and with different strategies.

For me, deciding what is an acceptable return is based more than one factor. As an obvious eg, if you are…[Read more]

Hi Sampson (aka Alowe)!

That was a speedy change of identity. You seem to have anticipated my above advice – your post will be more likely stick around now.

Good luck with it. I’ve been watching the town for a while myself. Not sure what you have in mind but personally I’d either hold all or sell all.

Sonja

Hi Alowe,

Just my opinoin, but it reads as an add that is hidden behind a “question”. If you want it to look more like a question and less like an add, drop all the specific details about the property. Just my suggestion and your post may escape being deleted by a moderator.

Sonja

Alowe,

I agree that you will find your post deleted shortly.

At the very least you will have created some interest in the town. May help with the growth of your properties?[wink2]

Sonja

Wow! Don’t know if it’s just a coincidence but using Dr Thomas’ formula I’m nearly 2k over average… That’s pretty accurate considering how simple the formula appears, especially if it works that well for everyone. Reassuring to know I’m not having to use the 0.056 factor too [smiling]

Sonja

Hi Again Celivia,

Seriously, I did post in the tech forum on your behalf – I guess it’s just a matter of waiting…[whistle]

BTW how long have you been here?

Hope you’re not stuck for the weekend!

Sonja

Hi Celivia,

Seems that you’re locked in [ohno]

Sorry I couldn’t help laughing!

Also sorry I can’t help.

I can tell you that the “Mentor Program Seems to be Full” add left my screen sometime before lunch today but while it was there it had the same paralysing effect for me.

Just keep posting and someone who can help you is sure to…[Read more]

Hi Milly,

Been there done that.

Lady buying the property had an inspection done that apparently found 30k worth of damage and she was willing to split the difference and take 15k off the already negotiated and agreed upon price.

Lucky for us we have relos who are builders and were willing to drive 3 hrs to find the truth of the matter. No…[Read more]

Hi Milly,

Just thought I’d let you know that you are not the only one with this problem. We have an IP also with 11ft ceilings and the smoke detector is hanging from the ceiling by its wire now.

It has been bashed to death previously for beeping and being out of reach – unfortunately the tenant was not particularly good at aiming with the broom…[Read more]

Well now that can of worms is well and truly opened! [laughing]

Good to see Dazz.

Sonja

Hi Dr X,

Not sure which guru/s you are talking about (no need to say) but I’d assume that to remain in business for the long term you would want your clients to be able to buy the property. To constantly set them up for failure would eventually end up seeing your business fail I’d imagine. Not to mention the possibility of appearing on one of…[Read more]

Hi Terry,

I’ve never lived there but when I was at uni I shared a flat with an exchange student from Thailand. She became a good friend and introduced me to some other Thai students. They are lovely people with an interesting culture.

I have since visited Thailand and can tell you that if you are with a Thai national you will soon see that…[Read more]

I think it is outstanding value if it includes the existing building insurance cover of the current AAMI landlords policy (which is basically building insurance for a property you rent out rather than live in). This upgrade would eliminate the need for seperate policies on building and landlords insurance if it is as you understand it Ray.…[Read more]

Dazzling,

One thing I truly admire about you is that you are not (or never seem to be) afraid to open that “can of worms” and as a rusult all sorts of interesting replies come out and threads just take off. Some are more controversial than others but we all learn and grow from them as long as it remains civil – and it nearly always does! I…[Read more]

All situations are unique. The main point in the personal story I shared above was that my poor hubby was busting his guts thinking that he was creating an easy, stress-free existance for his family. It was not until he stood on the other side of the fence that he realised what it was like for me. Our roles were too different to compare really…[Read more]