https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/anthony.aoun/activity/ Activity feed for Anthony.Aoun. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:43:41 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 57d1a23d771f53400446783faefd06d5 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399794-capital-or-cash-flow/#post-4623640 Wed, 05 May 2010 10:12:05 +0000 hello,Both need to be considered; the rental yields + the anticpated capital growth = your % total return. you should not compare one over another. Both need to be in your calculations. One pays you now and other pays you later. BOTH are yours!!Holding a property is a very differnet questions to which is more relevant. Most (80%) investors sell…[Read more]

]]> 5368750b7ec60dc0b22811378694e2e4 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399745-recommendations-on-landlord-property-management-software/#post-4623326 Mon, 03 May 2010 09:49:38 +0000 Hello you may want to evaluate this also: REMS is a comprehensive property management software tool enabling property owners worldwide to monitor and maintain their real estate investments. http://www.dolfderoos.com/software/rems/ Anthony

]]> cf882a6ab2a9408edd85e9b70ad05dcf https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399187-investar/#post-4619767 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:28:15 +0000 Hi Deb2010I have reviewed it and it is o.k.You may want to try this site: http://searchinvestmentproperties.com.au/ it allows you to enter your profile and match, sort, compare etc etc etc. very very powerful.Good Luck

]]> 7d54ba735bbd615f091754e9a245508a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399654-what-exactly-is-positive-gearing/#post-4622939 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 05:36:20 +0000 Postive is allowing ALL cost against all income. I too disagree with that author.Some marketing / website do the same. offer 'Positive Cash Flow' properties and in small print "based on a 20% deposit" this too is rubbish.there are many properties out there that are (after all cost including borrowings) still cash flow positive. try this site:…[Read more]

]]> ae594ffc1c24211aa24bdf7d4dc9b36c https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399455-working-in-real-esate-i-feel-mentally-drained/#post-4621604 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:44:15 +0000 Hello johann22, May I ask, why are you in this industry? What were you told about it? Aside from real estate training have you done any sales training?From my experience this toll is due to the overall system. At one time I has a team of 50 and depending on several issues / and how you work (level of professional sales skill etc) can create this…[Read more]

]]> 3792e477b6875ad4938ffec70ba51d5a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399182-how-to-take-the-first-step/#post-4619741 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 03:58:47 +0000 Hello dbliss,maybe your life is… as your name suggests in 'BLISS' and you do NOT need to do anything.Of course everyone has a different opinion. There are many ways to get started or expand a property portfolio. You too can have your opinion (based on your collective research) and so far have expressed it in do nothing.At the end of the day it…[Read more]

]]> 3f1c09e58c268484b6dc7c4b0e9e5d1f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398924-finding-towns-with-population-over-10000/#post-4617976 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:28:35 +0000 Hello Sonya,There are over 700 (from around 2,600) postcodes in Australia that have a population of over 10,000 Yes you can get it from the ABS – but prepared data via other sources generally cost something.The MORE important part of the question you have NOT asked, is; ‘that also have a continuing population growth’You see the point? Sel…[Read more]

]]> 04c3877a8c43050a31f2f2ae86021aed https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399064-help-why-wont-anyone-rent-out-my-investment-property/#post-4618980 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:08:24 +0000 Hello Chelkin,Ryan makes some good points. There are houses available for what you are asking; BUT this does NOT mean it is the price. Another point; a vacant week is the same as rental discount. You can always try increasing the rent in 6months.May I also suggest that you put it with other agents; this allows for walk-ins not just web traffic.…[Read more]

]]> 769603a6d5c8c5544770997c74f63302 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399046-over-looking-i-need-a-pro-who-deals-with-investing/#post-4618883 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:15:49 +0000 Hello Peter,This is a FREE service and can help with your request; http://searchinvestmentproperties.com.au/ 1. How much does this service cost – FREE2. Can they provide me with location's and what to buy. – YES3. loan Advice. – YESAA

]]> 73305dc6188cdec1cf7cb33eaaa04fa2 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399021-first-investment-property-11/#post-4618709 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 07:58:33 +0000 hello Alchemisst, This type of property can be a GREAT investment should some of the questions asked (above) and by you prove positive/ in your favour. You should treat this property as a commercial NOT residential. Hence its suitability should be weighed with such factors/criteria. Meaning you CAN NOT use residential capital performance…[Read more]

]]> 940e187a0d51476e0dd34ccdc997d418 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398899-gold-coast-area/#post-4617810 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:30:10 +0000 Hi Ko_StarrPopulation movemenst over the past 8 years, averaged: +2.19% (ABS)Capital growth averaged: 13.62% – Last year was 6.68% (Residex)…next two years, I anticpate continued capital growth.Good LuckAA 

]]> 59ecd56624433014ef8310d7c827e9e2 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398885-what-salary-do-you-need/page/2/#post-4617759 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:09:11 +0000 hello brunowa,well it is not about proving you wrong. we may just have other perspectives. The income you have is ample to build your portfolio. To levergae your currnet position into multiple properties does not necessarily mean hard sacrifices BUT does require a disciplined stratgey.So, my perspective is YES; you make enough to…. 'sustain…[Read more]

]]> 15027c45d49aff484192133060dd7ded https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398885-what-salary-do-you-need/#post-4617758 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:09:06 +0000 hello brunowa,well it is not about proving you wrong. we may just have other perspectives. The income you have is ample to build your portfolio. To levergae your currnet position into multiple properties does not necessarily mean hard sacrifices BUT does require a disciplined stratgey.So, my perspective is YES; you make enough to…. 'sustain…[Read more]

]]> 31b6349a2dd0ba9456a7caf3b24f910f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398982-not-sure-where-to-go-from-here-another-ip-or-inject-into-current/#post-4618389 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:33:57 +0000 Thank you. yes I  know how the loan process works. I was trying to get clearer on your position. If I may repeat/expand on my explanation; One of my golden rules is being in a position to 'hold' your assets. Statistically a high number of investors sell/loss their wealth becuase they can not hold these properties, (of course for a number of…[Read more]

]]> 30241d8fccd6168da94a73647164aee7 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398970-property-analysis-software-4/#post-4618278 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:46:40 +0000 Sure.1) http://www.somersoft.com.au/ 2) http://www.dolfderoos.com/3) and this website includes an online FREE calculator: http://searchinvestmentproperties.com.au/ Good Luck.

]]> 683400401ce23d202a320131a55cf7e0 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398982-not-sure-where-to-go-from-here-another-ip-or-inject-into-current/#post-4618387 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:40:59 +0000 Hello Donkey33,The numbers are not making sense. Sorry, maybe i did not understand. Are you saying that you can hold a loan/s up to $750k on your income and the IP rental?From this base I see it being tight and possibly defeating your goal…. I don't want to put too much pressure on myselfI have a question/position for you to consider: When you…[Read more]

]]> 4a6314a971c34b5371d4f1e54167fc5b https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398981-buying-in-horsham-good-and-bad/#post-4618384 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:01:38 +0000 From a numbers point of view:Last 8 years averages.Capital growth Houses: 8.47% – Units/Townhouses 7.09%Population movements: 0.72% increaseLast year: 1.71% capital growth.AA

]]> e8bb73e6b9a492dd01df4b873df067d3 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389238-anyone-knows-or-member-of-cashflow-capital-pty-ltd/#post-4566002 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:54:36 +0000 This is a free service: http://searchinvestmentproperties.com.au/

]]> 109e767f0ac560422b749ea096c43b68 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398848-wife-manages-property/#post-4617529 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 01:26:44 +0000 Technically you as the sole owner and the Landlord hence your circumstnaces are taken into account for tax purposes. Hence your time / expenses are taken into consideration. …and any other professional & legitimate expenses. another point; the ATO does not consider managing 1 property as a business. if the IP is low maintenance – YOU do it and…[Read more]

]]> 4dba439937869fe900e964cd945b3c4f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398849-rental-final-walk-throughs-with-tenants-how-much-do-you-leave-it-to-your-property-manager/#post-4617531 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 23:26:59 +0000 No, this is not normal. Maybe a better system may have helped you. Sorry. Prior to the next tenant… here are some resouces: Resources 1) Property Inspection Checklist (PDF)2) How to Select a Property Manager (PDF)3) Rental Assessment Checklist (PDF)Good luck.

]]> aee6d802cbcb3bde80076abb439c2fcc https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398818-unable-to-get-a-tenant/#post-4617386 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:37:38 +0000 Put it with muliple agents. Improve your odds. maybe the next agent has persons waiting for your style of proeprty.

]]> f92a0b2ef650a2e93c8d21ff12632b66 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398806-opinion-on-this-suburbs-needed/#post-4617341 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:29:37 +0000 hello Elisa82,Histocical growth for the past 8 years on the suburbs you requetsed; Houses & Units. Good Luck. Anthony

]]> 1e4c49921f3e244f6c5012f9bafd2ff3 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398798-advice-required-sale-contract/#post-4617298 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:42:28 +0000 who is saying that? the agent representing the developer? If so, they are under obligation to submit all offers to the selleris it the developer themselves? If so, tell them that if your terms were met would you proceed.In any case Brett, I suggest you think about your position relative to their demand prior to the next step….it sounds a little…[Read more]

]]> 284c60608535cb91abe03895587867eb https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398798-advice-required-sale-contract/#post-4617295 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:22:08 +0000 With any seller their objective is to get a sale. There is nothing 'stanard' about your circumsatnce… make sure it works for you. I am sure they would accommodate a change in the clause to assist in the sale happening. Simply amend the section that to refect your requirement.Good luck.

]]> 821c6cd845c03625f143b35735cc0322 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398790-buyers-agents-27/#post-4617224 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:59:58 +0000 Hello,We offer a new and FREE service to investors and you can opt to work with a buyers agent or not.Being able to consider the merits of 'several different properties' from 'several different location' around Australia and from 'several different sources' (companies) side by side, may allow you a better perspective.currenlty this service is the…[Read more]

]]> a68d63eb7e81e1bc1df9f0344a083c10 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397099-does-anyone-know-ozinvest/#post-4608491 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:39:01 +0000 hello daniel_73,I have not heard anything bad about Ozinvest. (I have been in this industry for over 12 years)Being able to consider the merits of 'several different properties' from 'several different locations' around Australia and from 'several different sources' (companies) side by side, may allow you a better perspective.Rental guarantees,…[Read more]

]]> 584e847f1d9b7de4894e0868775649a3 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398732-serious-advise-wanted/#post-4616822 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:40:59 +0000 Hello Raslaffan,The numbers at this stage are not leaning towards 'selling' considertionsCost: $17k per yearGain: approx $65k per yearReturn in Capital growth; approx 11%Return on investment (ROI): approx 25%sounds like it is working. However can you continue / afford the $17k per year. If not SELL!

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