something else you could discuss with a lender/broker is setting up a loan with a bank who allow substitution of security for the loan. So you could buy a property (could do loan in joint names to get better borrowing capacity but put contract in partners name only if tax works out better), then when it comes time to sell the house and realise the…[Read more]

had to wait to get home, didn’t fancy posting this from my phone

Essentially Steve McKnight focussed on two broad areas for investment success: building your capital through either your career OR an income accelerator (or both) and then investing in RE through your chosen strategy/ies. If you’re goal of financial freedom has a deadline of within…[Read more]

I have been happy with the service from Ray White Urban springs in cloverdale who manage my East Perth apartment.

esuperfund looks good but they are limited with which accounts you can open to trade/invest with.

there seems to be a huge range out there with setup fees from $0 to $3k, and annual admin fees from $700 – $3k.

I have done it very successfully and bought a house near to shops, bus, uni and trainline, only 11km from CBD. Previous tenants paid $275/week rent. I spent approx $3k painting it and $2-3k furnishing it, put locks on all bedroom doors and have leased out the 3 bedrooms to 1 couple and 2 singles for an income now of $610 a week, but I cover all…[Read more]

WA rule is $20,000 total cost reno requires a builders license.

ok folks have played with account settings and appear to have the PM function enabled and set to go, so try again?

how did you enjoy the event? I attended in Perth. What did you think of Rowan’s landbanking sales pitch? I have heard Cherie talk before and enjoy her presentation, find it has some really useful tips.

There was a huge rush on Steve McKnight’s protege offer in Perth, so many buyers snapped it up. Found that due to this high interest he may not be…[Read more]

Hi Roberts, I tried to message you but it appears you are not accepting PMs or emails… I’ve got a course I’d be willing to swap but not keen to advertise which one on a public forum, in case there are repercussions from the people who run the course! can you msg me or provide me with your email?

The block slopes away from the road, so aware of possible issues with sewer/drainage etc.

Most likely concrete slab for the house.

If I was going to proceed with this deal I would of course get surveyor out instantly and do full contour survey etc. But for early days of due diligence, I am just trying to figure out how much $$ buffer to add into…[Read more]

Interesting concept and one I have seen before but generally for commercial property or developments.

I would think that a unit trust could be an acceptable way in which to set this up, with each investor “purchasing” or controlling 1 (or more) units within the trust at a fixed unit cost (eg $20k per unit, 15 available, some may purchase 1, some…[Read more]

Thank you (Company X) for providing me with a quote for my new shed. In addition to the quote from your company, I did seek a couple other quotes as well, however I have heard positive things about your quality and repuation so would like to give you the opportunity to negotiate a little. Company Y has quoted on the same job specification at a…[Read more]

Thanks Jane, most of my tradies are just wonderful and I’m looking forward to the next project with them. You’re right also about getting tradies to make the recommendations, I have got many other trades through my own reliable tradies’ recommendations. They don’t want to put their reputation on the line by recommending someone less than…[Read more]

Really???!? So high? Maybe his price also includes supply and install of quarter rounds or beading?

I can give you two personal recommendations. One is for a mortgage broker, so she can access all lenders. The other is for a lender based within St George and she has been extremely accommodating and helpful.I would highly recommend both of these people and have had nothing but excellent dealings with both.Worldwide Group – Michelle Medhurst…[Read more]

Daniel – I gave you the wrong referral, oops!!! I used Superior Floor Sanders, a guy called Mike. oops. Have just booked him in for another job. If you're still looking for someone let me know and I can PM you his mobile number. He gave me a great quote for the repeat job and I was happy with his work from the first job.Cheers, emma

When you say it perhaps doesn't fit the council requirements, have you seen any other examples of properties where they have granted exceptions and approvals to already? Can you look for evidence to set a precedent prior to engaging a surveyor? Is the plan to hold and rent? or to sell 1 or both? Also to strata-title is to subdivide in one sense.…[Read more]

Oohhhh thanks so much Michael!

Thanks all! I think voting closes end march and winner announced in April…

It sure was a great wedding and very fun photoshoot!!

Hey jamie, yep I follow the pass go FB page and am always keen for extra promotion/shares! Thanks for the offer!