vagirl2012 replied to the topic What would you do with an inheritance? in the forum Help Needed! 9 years, 11 months ago
Def get some advise from a financial planner / lawyer. Paying off your PPOR would be the most sensible option IMHO but you really need to get some proper advice. Good luck!
vagirl2012 replied to the topic I want to bid at an auction but I can't make it? in the forum Help Needed! 10 years, 1 month ago
Yep either a buyer’s agent or register to bid yourself via phone. Most auctioneers will let you do either.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic What would getting rid of penalty reates for overtime really achieve? in the forum Opinionated! 10 years, 2 months ago
TBH I’m probably in the “keep the penalty rates” camp, but I can certainly see the argument for abolishing. The current rates are very high and simply out of the question for some smaller operators, who can’t afford to pay staff outside of “normal” operating hours. However, people working these shifts need to receive some sort of compensation.…[Read more]
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Be VERY careful who you listen to for advice on structuring/tax. in the forum Finance 10 years, 3 months ago
That’s just incredible. How can a supposed finance “professional” give such ridiculous advice?
vagirl2012 replied to the topic New Motel Leasehold Owners in the forum Commercial Property 10 years, 3 months ago
Sounds like you’re living the dream guys! Good work!
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Convert my garage in granny flat and build on top of the garage another in the forum Value Adding 10 years, 4 months ago
Before you do anything else you should check with the council in your area to see if you are actually able to do this (ie if the zoning allows you to do this).
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Copyright of development plans in the forum Legal & Accounting 10 years, 6 months ago
I’m sure TerryW would have a fairly good idea on this one. You out there Terry?
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Caravan park investment in the forum Commercial Property 10 years, 7 months ago
Holiday parks seem to be the holy grail of semi-retirement but def pay attention to what the other posters have said in regards to how much hands-on work is involved.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Is my granny flat too small for two bedrooms? in the forum Value Adding 10 years, 8 months ago
2br would make is pretty cozy, but it would depend on the area as to whether you can get a 2 br renter.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic “We want your house” etc query in the forum General Property 10 years, 8 months ago
I've always though they looked a bit dodgy, thanks for confirming it Qlds007!
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Help in accessing my equity in the forum Help Needed! 10 years, 9 months ago
Some great advise from some experts here! Thanks for sharing guys, you often save me from asking the same questions.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Motel Investment in the forum Commercial Property 10 years, 10 months ago
Congrats crest! Now I know who to come to if I ever want to realise that long-held dream of mine of owning and running my own motel
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Aircon replacement in the forum General Property 10 years, 10 months ago
Split system is definitely the way to go. You are only obliged to provide heat and cooling, and this will do both, whilst potentially halving your maintenance costs as it's now only the one unit.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Investing for the first time in the forum Help Needed! 10 years, 10 months ago
Welcome and good luck in your investing adventure!
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Bad property mananger ! in the forum Help Needed! 10 years, 11 months ago
Yep unfortunately it happens all the time. Best to find yourself a dedicated property manager as opposed to a real estate agent (which is what you're trying to do obviously).
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Is selling ppr the right idea at seperation? in the forum General Property 11 years ago
Yes, without a bit more info it's a bit hard to offer anything sorry. They all have their good points and bad points and it's really going to come down to what you want out the other end.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Getting a loan whilst self employed in the forum Help Needed! 11 years ago
I agree with Jamie. You'd be best to talk to a decent broker who should be able to help you out with some viable options.
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Purchasing a property that is in a lawsuit in the forum Legal & Accounting 11 years, 1 month ago
Sounds like you've made the right decision to walk away. Plenty more fish in the sea as they say…
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Tamworth in the forum General Property 11 years, 2 months ago
Good luck on your first IP purchase!
From what I know of the area, yes steer clear of Coledale and South Tamworth is your best bet. What sort of property are you looking at?
vagirl2012 replied to the topic Staying in my own Investment property: What are the pros and cons? in the forum Help Needed! 11 years, 3 months ago
Yeah no tax deductions available if you live in it, but CGT down the track is an option.
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