PropertyInvesting.com | Boshy888 | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/boshy888/activity/ Activity feed for Boshy888. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:33:33 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 8060679264f075b071e1d569a947fe81 Boshy888 replied to the topic Where is the best place to store your title deed/certificate of title? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016614-where-is-the-best-place-to-store-your-title-deedcertificate-of-title/#post-5016643 Thu, 19 Nov 2015 11:32:41 +0000 Thanks Richard. Its with a solicitor and I am not sure if that is secure enough.

]]> 4f7de0a20e54ad5e53fe8ebe995e51d5 Boshy888 started the topic Where is the best place to store your title deed/certificate of title? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016614-where-is-the-best-place-to-store-your-title-deedcertificate-of-title/ Wed, 18 Nov 2015 23:43:02 +0000 I am not sure where the best place is to store a title deed/certificate of title to a property. Bank? Solicitor? Home? Thanks in advance.

]]> c07d0dedc59a1a7e5e6b789d54215bda Boshy888 started the topic Security of Title Deed in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016608-security-of-title-deed/ Wed, 18 Nov 2015 12:15:59 +0000 Where should a Title Deed be kept for safe keeping? Is it safe to give it to a solicitor?

Thanks

]]> a4355d65e3107ec1eed9a0f4f6ad653d Boshy888 started the topic Do you leave those plastic bits on the base of the vanity? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4993022-do-you-leave-those-plastic-bits-on-the-base-of-the-vanity/ Wed, 23 Jul 2014 10:09:29 +0000 Hi everyone

We are doing a partial update of the bathroom so have just bought a basic vanity so it isn’t too flash for the old bathroom. It doesn’t have feet, it is the older style with is like a full base cupboard with draws.

On the corners there are plastic bits protecting the corners on the botoom. My question is, are these removed for…[Read more]

]]> 674e77eb4aa500256b3ff6d3dafbc8cb Boshy888 replied to the topic Shud I buy now, or Rent till next year, and hold off in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4405270-shud-i-buy-now-or-rent-till-next-year-and-hold-off/#post-4659399 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:43:29 +0000 I think it may be wise to hold off buying.  But do your research.  Buy a copy of the sales in the area you are looking at to see what the trends have been in the past and up until the last three months.  Residex also has good information on predictions you can purchase as well.  Even though you won't know for sure what is going to happen you may…[Read more]

]]> 5d037fea43b10510c231a816de1ec061 Boshy888 replied to the topic Rent in advance?? Is it really so tricky? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385621-rent-in-advance-is-it-really-so-tricky/#post-4547977 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:27:10 +0000 My tenant paid a month in advance from the start as that was how the agent does things as a rule.  The tenant was PERFECT though and had a very reliable history elsewhere (she thinks we are the best landlords she ever had too ).  Previous tenants also paid monthly and were on time but only stayed for the 6 month lease period.

]]> ad678234806525760326b4222cab5b39 Boshy888 replied to the topic Help with buying land please in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4405236-help-with-buying-land-please/#post-4659201 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:20:51 +0000 Your local council should be able to assist with information but you need proof in writing to protect yourself.  I think the zoning usually stipulates what development can occur on a block of land.

]]> 0a004e45ac0f857f1929de67e2b3bcd1 Boshy888 replied to the topic The steps to watch for in the coming Australian housing correction in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4403251-the-steps-to-watch-for-in-the-coming-australian-housing-correction/page/12/#post-4645248 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:11:30 +0000 I have been reducing our debt level over the past year.  Also sold an investment property but not just because of the world affairs but because I wanted to take a break from full time work and then only work about 3 days a week.  Have been trying to cut back on spending on frivolous consumer goods as well and Christmas won't be a biggy.  I know we…[Read more]

]]> c7b02e01991252728880b7b279c93227 Boshy888 replied to the topic Bursting the Housing Bubble Myth in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404424-bursting-the-housing-bubble-myth/#post-4653724 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:38:30 +0000 @ hbbehrendorff  I can't give any evidence but my gut feeling is either a flattening or a correction if things go pear shaped world wise.  I think the Australian economy is going well although not perfect.  Pessimism is counter productive to most endeavours but it is wise to keep a critical eye on what is happening around us.  The stock market rol…[Read more]

]]> efabe1300fc2a0ce2dfbba83afdb747d Boshy888 replied to the topic sick of greedy plumbers & electricians in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390704-sick-of-greedy-plumbers-electricians/page/15/#post-4573781 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:49:30 +0000 sapphire101 wrote:
Anyway, I now have found tradesmen that do the job for the right costs and this is at properties hundreds of kms from where I live. They are out there and a good handyman can do everything bar the elect and plumbing for $30per hr. including changing a light bulb.

$30 an hour  means that handyman is getting ripped off if he…[Read more]

]]> 032479b59bbabe245accc0caff232ae3 Boshy888 replied to the topic sick of greedy plumbers & electricians in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390704-sick-of-greedy-plumbers-electricians/page/15/#post-4573780 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:40:48 +0000 Oh, and the plumber was ok. One slightly crooked pipe but nothing to complain about.

]]> 3f70da6f825b3e9012ee465e49655493 Boshy888 replied to the topic sick of greedy plumbers & electricians in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390704-sick-of-greedy-plumbers-electricians/page/15/#post-4573779 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:38:55 +0000 Rich Sparky wrote:
Ohhhhh… Sorry forgot to tell you the best part! I'm only 25! Most of my mates are still in uni & where bagging me leaving school at 15 to start my apprenticeship.. Now I have properties & drive a porsche which they are still living at home… I have just got my builders license & am in the process of setting up my next…[Read more]

]]> 377c36df6076f71ec162d43949c72394 Boshy888 replied to the topic The steps to watch for in the coming Australian housing correction in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4403251-the-steps-to-watch-for-in-the-coming-australian-housing-correction/page/8/#post-4645181 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 10:40:50 +0000 Oopsy, the block of land was sold in 1970 not 1990.

]]> 719f540b37e95e6ef8d9d5149c5e959c Boshy888 replied to the topic The steps to watch for in the coming Australian housing correction in the forum ummester wrote:bardon wrote https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4403251-the-steps-to-watch-for-in-the-coming-australian-housing-correction/page/8/#post-4645180 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 10:38:57 +0000 ummester wrote:

bardon wrote:
I used to think this way but what I have found is that when it comes to property, time in the market is far more rewarding than timing the market. In 25 years time the theoretical 5% that you may think that you have saved ( and it is a theoretical number and doesn't include the rent you are paying whilst you find…[Read more]

]]> bd90acbeda18aae78b1f0e216e6b0ebc Boshy888 replied to the topic Right of way dispute in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4400623-right-of-way-dispute/#post-4628387 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:31:47 +0000 Hi TerryHow come you asked these questions?- which state will you buy in?- are you at risk of litigationThanks.

]]> 6815b0babcd931997586b11db7ca5817 Boshy888 replied to the topic Umbrella trees pushing fence and owner won't remove in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397741-umbrella-trees-pushing-fence-and-owner-wont-remove/#post-4611250 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:38:00 +0000 How long did the process take and what did you need to do to present a good case?  The thought of going through the court is not one we would like to do for financial reasons but this neighbour has a reputation for be a tight wad and the problems will get worse with the trees.  We can't understand why they are evading the proper solution when t…[Read more]

]]> 1833f723f7517e2518840e1271fd0055 Boshy888 replied to the topic Late settlement broker's fault - Penalty interest in the forum Unfortunately there is a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396623-late-settlement-brokers-fault-penalty-interest/#post-4605966 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:22:36 +0000 Unfortunately there is a huge variability in the quality and timeliness of service provided by brokers.  Never, ever trust everything they say. Check and double check with the lender and your solicitor and never trust the broker will do things in time.  Well… unless there is a history of reliability and great service. There are brokers and t…[Read more]

]]> d6870865409ee9217d5da60da83a7868 Boshy888 replied to the topic Metal fencing for front - what's the best bang for your buck? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396553-metal-fencing-for-front-whats-the-best-bang-for-your-buck/#post-4605640 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:13:15 +0000 Great bargain hunting KY. Can't beat that.

]]> b431e5750139861864ae05dd3d65cdbd Boshy888 replied to the topic Metal fencing for front - what's the best bang for your buck? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396553-metal-fencing-for-front-whats-the-best-bang-for-your-buck/#post-4605639 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:12:31 +0000 Nice work Adrien!  I would never have thought of topping a black fence with timber.  I think I will have to see how much of a nuisance the rabbits are first.  I have this strong reaction than any rabbit not in a cage or the on the stove is a bad rabbit.  Cute lil guys but oh so destructive.  Might have to try and terrorise it/them with the dog…[Read more]

]]> fc7e48a2535712e9458485ce7cef2cf0 Boshy888 replied to the topic new kitchen benchtop in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396004-new-kitchen-benchtop/#post-4602463 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:38:17 +0000 You did a great job Nicklee88. 

]]> a75698dc7371548e2c42aa669170487d Boshy888 replied to the topic Metal fencing for front - what's the best bang for your buck? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396553-metal-fencing-for-front-whats-the-best-bang-for-your-buck/#post-4605636 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:02:28 +0000 Hi Propertunity.  Not a silly idea at all. Hmm… maybe even a really dark green would work well although maybe not as well as black.

]]> b0bf702a5171574ed4bd9ccaa323fc27 Boshy888 replied to the topic IS the R.E.S.U.L.T.S program REALLY worth it? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390459-is-the-r-e-s-u-l-t-s-program-really-worth-it/page/4/#post-4572145 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:42:04 +0000 Hi ReecoGood to see another one of your posts. You haven't posted for awhile so I guess that must mean you have been busy soaking up all that great information.  Sigh, I am a little green with envy but will just have to live vicariously through your always interesting posts.

]]> f7a649613e444858e5307f90563f8ff7 Boshy888 replied to the topic Owner Builder VS Project Home in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4394618-owner-builder-vs-project-home/#post-4595098 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:32:05 +0000 Geez, we were owner builders and thank goodness we didn't have any of the problems mentioned above.  Mind you we did live in a rural area where very little ever goes missing but if it was in town it would have been a totally different story.  It was a big job and we build a great place that was done better than many builders might have done.  Ho…[Read more]

]]> 8b2c5e1e19b00415dbc0ebb921fca142 Boshy888 replied to the topic Big 4 Announce 12 Months No Repayments if you lose your Job in the forum I think it adds a temporary https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395901-big-4-announce-12-months-no-repayments-if-you-lose-your-job/#post-4601993 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:38:40 +0000 I think it adds a temporary safety that may save some people from having their homes sold from under them or who will have to sell them voluntarily for less than they would like.  It is only a deferral of interest payments – meaning borrowers will still need to pay the interest (accruing interest) down the track.  Definitely better than nothing a…[Read more]

]]> 7ad5a2b1cd04dbeeee0c4bd802e00370 Boshy888 replied to the topic Refinancing a Fixed Home Loan in the forum Richard and Terry - in the https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395871-refinancing-a-fixed-home-loan/#post-4601777 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 23:02:54 +0000 Richard and Terry – in the current economic climate, is it better to go with a bank, or is a non-bank lender just as good?

]]> 0730559207dfe6f752935b5b71693e86 Boshy888 replied to the topic CAN YOU STILL MAKE MONEY RENOVATING? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395436-can-you-still-make-money-renovating/page/2/#post-4599370 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 22:18:16 +0000 hbbehrendorff do you have any or have you ever had any investments?

]]> 5868424d1fa51d6e8b5ef1ddce025773 Boshy888 replied to the topic Aussie bargain hunters see upside in US housing crisis in the forum Hmmm.  I wonder what LA https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395691-aussie-bargain-hunters-see-upside-in-us-housing-crisis/#post-4600922 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 20:32:30 +0000 Hmmm.  I wonder what LA Aussies take would be on this?

]]> 52db5fe7a1e4001b0591f131042bde47 Boshy888 replied to the topic Where the markets at in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4388763-where-the-markets-at/#post-4563710 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 20:11:25 +0000 In my local area (coastal mid north coast) I have found that the first home buyer grant has definitely boosted the prices in the lower end of the market.  Those properties owned by people still wanting top dollar have been sitting there for 5 or more.  Well priced units and houses are being snapped up quickly. However, the prices are still less t…[Read more]

]]> 78b8b0b1661132e1b035dc220e2a16c1 Boshy888 replied to the topic IS the R.E.S.U.L.T.S program REALLY worth it? in the forum So if I am hearing correctly https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390459-is-the-r-e-s-u-l-t-s-program-really-worth-it/page/4/#post-4572138 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 19:53:31 +0000 So if I am hearing correctly Reeco, you are saying that it is best to keep your expectations flexible because although everything is being 'delivered', there can be unavoidable changes in the schedule, and rigid expectations can cause frustration?  I really enjoyed your posts of 2 April. I think you have a flair for writing that is just becoming…[Read more]

]]> ccc36e78eeb5a8130a343988637f329c Boshy888 replied to the topic Unprofessional bank in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395729-unprofessional-bank/#post-4601095 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:00:02 +0000 You have my deepest sympathy.  We just sold and bought and the bank's inefficiency, tardiness and difficulty in being about to talk to anyone who had the right information etc was quite painful (different bank to yours). We are told it is due to lack of sufficient staff members. 

]]> 3ee67dcc69e3c65f487b8f8dd3e51441 Boshy888 replied to the topic IS the R.E.S.U.L.T.S program REALLY worth it? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390459-is-the-r-e-s-u-l-t-s-program-really-worth-it/page/3/#post-4572132 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:53:20 +0000 Hehehe.  Sure does. Learning from Hong Kong is seriously keen.  I have no idea why my name would pop up Reeco. You would have explain – if that's permitted.It has been interesting to watch the local prices and buyer interest levels from September to now.  Prices slumped and buyers were thin on the ground before Christmas and some agents sounded so…[Read more]

]]> 93aa0ed8d2a53747c6a9908e77620809 Boshy888 replied to the topic IS the R.E.S.U.L.T.S program REALLY worth it? in the forum Hey Reeco - good to hear you https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390459-is-the-r-e-s-u-l-t-s-program-really-worth-it/page/3/#post-4572130 Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:31:32 +0000 Hey Reeco – good to hear you are getting so much out of it.  Sounds great!

]]> b99490cb5d41c3622eb42d6e7137ce7c Boshy888 replied to the topic Vendor wants us to pay HER land tax in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395350-vendor-wants-us-to-pay-her-land-tax/#post-4598997 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:02:32 +0000 Got it all sorted.  There was a misunderstanding about our intended use.  It will be our PPOR.  Finally exchanged which is great.

]]> 8b6e2a7fa03f919b2a39cc309038a477 Boshy888 replied to the topic Have i made the right decision? very nervous....exchange of contracts before final finance approval. in the forum Great feedback TonyB.  Can https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395288-have-i-made-the-right-decision-very-nervous-exchange-of-contracts-before-final-finance-approval/page/2/#post-4598595 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:17:13 +0000 Great feedback TonyB.  Can tell it comes from experience.

]]> f3de1f7e894e72299d755c6a3df496d0 Boshy888 replied to the topic Vendor wants us to pay HER land tax in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395350-vendor-wants-us-to-pay-her-land-tax/#post-4598992 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:11:15 +0000 Haven't exchanged yet.  Hopefully we can get this sorted.

]]> 7ac609ff835f1d8bea61d3bcf7b40bd9 Boshy888 replied to the topic Help with financing a duplex in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395334-help-with-financing-a-duplex/#post-4598880 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:14:51 +0000 Can't help with advice but can tell you that some banks have become painfully slow and frustrating to deal with – at least since November to now.

]]> b034b1427fe993747dc844c8b08667f2 Boshy888 replied to the topic Vendor wants us to pay HER land tax in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395350-vendor-wants-us-to-pay-her-land-tax/#post-4598990 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:11:01 +0000 Hmmm. My conveyancer mustn't have done the search because they didn't know how much the land tax bill was.

]]> bc6811d99349c320e627ff34343ba5af Boshy888 replied to the topic "Portable" fixed loans in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395343-portable-fixed-loans/#post-4598937 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 10:50:39 +0000 Yep. I have.  For those unlucky enough to get a fixed loan before the interest rates plummeted, the portable ones are the lesser evil.  You can transfer the security from one property to another or, to a cash term deposit.  It also means that you don't have to pay the full loan application fees or goes through as much rigmarole if you would ha…[Read more]

]]> 9a91bd5545540ca6710ac8e2be48d62b Boshy888 replied to the topic Council's records say no plans exist for this property in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395316-councils-records-say-no-plans-exist-for-this-property/#post-4598807 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 23:26:18 +0000   go tiger!

]]> 5a568a5bda7602c2d414d2c33a400c10 Boshy888 replied to the topic Council's records say no plans exist for this property in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395316-councils-records-say-no-plans-exist-for-this-property/#post-4598805 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 11:10:49 +0000 Thanks for feedback.  After speaking to council and others we have decided to try and exchange subject to the survey report showing the house is inside the boundaries.  We feel pretty confident that it is. We will have to pay for it but it will give peace of mind.  The builder of the house had a very good reputation we found out after a bit of sl…[Read more]

]]> d9c07273d302cb883071f4aec59639b2 Boshy888 replied to the topic Council's records say no plans exist for this property in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395316-councils-records-say-no-plans-exist-for-this-property/#post-4598801 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 20:32:34 +0000 Will be checking with the conveyancer and council today to find out more…

]]> 56135c87a719ba31ecbaa1b5dc761cd5 Boshy888 replied to the topic Council's records say no plans exist for this property in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395316-councils-records-say-no-plans-exist-for-this-property/#post-4598798 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:31:50 +0000 The building and pest inspections are all good and we know where the pipes are.  Just wondered what the legalities are especially if we decide to extend or put in an extra garage.

]]> 69f7cb0adebae27763dcef3466b8bd5f Boshy888 replied to the topic Where should you start first in a bathroom reno? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395175-where-should-you-start-first-in-a-bathroom-reno/#post-4597917 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:47:26 +0000 Terrific.  Hehehe. Know what you mean.

]]> f5ad739d2f897204ad0319b8e780b222 Boshy888 replied to the topic Have i made the right decision? very nervous....exchange of contracts before final finance approval. in the forum Hi Mia Sounds like you are https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395288-have-i-made-the-right-decision-very-nervous-exchange-of-contracts-before-final-finance-approval/#post-4598586 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:30:39 +0000 Hi MiaSounds like you are experiencing the same things as me.  My broker said to exchange before we got the final approval although it was approved in principal.  And yes, the contract was unconditional.  I was told I should trust them but … I just couldn't and have not yet exchanged. My conveyancing isn't very concerned about things either an…[Read more]

]]> bd321228467c672444d67dba21ddb6ea Boshy888 replied to the topic Bill Gates predicts 10 year recession ... in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395244-bill-gates-predicts-10-year-recession/page/2/#post-4598400 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:20:45 +0000 Nope – Mister and I are buying in different areas all together.  But I can see how that scenario would be a possibility!

]]> 00247678bc7861f7afc017ce35181f31 Boshy888 replied to the topic Have i made the right decision? very nervous....exchange of contracts before final finance approval. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395288-have-i-made-the-right-decision-very-nervous-exchange-of-contracts-before-final-finance-approval/#post-4598582 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 21:20:50 +0000 Terry and Richard – what do you suggest Mia do now?  I am sure you are right but as she has already exchanged and is anxious about that decision, what course of action do you think she take besides waiting and hoping?

]]> 4ce96eebc47020322d772aaf34860d90 Boshy888 replied to the topic Project manage Bathroom Reno vs Full Reno company in the forum We built our last home from https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395268-project-manage-bathroom-reno-vs-full-reno-company/#post-4598499 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:37:13 +0000 We built our last home from the foundation excavations up.  The one before was built and organised by a builder.  Being an owner builder took a LOT of time.  But… we did a much better job and had full control of everything.  Didn't have to put up with some lazy project manager letting things get behind schedule or grimacing everytime we wal…[Read more]

]]> 03a999c1f6de53f7dd67dd6a9ac41e8c Boshy888 replied to the topic We extended the loungeroom and bedroom in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395278-we-extended-the-loungeroom-and-bedroom/#post-4598534 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:32:23 +0000 The extended loungeroom looks much better Reno Queen.  Poky closed in rooms are so er… claustrophobic.  Well done!

]]> 96b09211686fc3dc09ffe455c30112a6 Boshy888 replied to the topic Where should you start first in a bathroom reno? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395175-where-should-you-start-first-in-a-bathroom-reno/#post-4597914 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:29:33 +0000 Hey DavidDeanno – do you have any before and after pics you can share?  We are thinking of doing a bathroom reno and the budget is about $3000 too.  Not that I would want to copy but it would be inspirational to see the difference in your place.Lizzie  I think most of the stuff you could do yourself with a bit of forethought with the exception of…[Read more]

]]> a63a449e92540feaa6aa6eae8309ceb5 Boshy888 replied to the topic Have i made the right decision? very nervous....exchange of contracts before final finance approval. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395288-have-i-made-the-right-decision-very-nervous-exchange-of-contracts-before-final-finance-approval/#post-4598579 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:49:34 +0000 I ditto  what Mick said.  You have a $60K margin so it should be ok.  The banks are very slow at processing loan apps at the moment so just make sure your broker doesn't let things lag.  Let us know how you go.

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