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bouncecf replied to the topic can you claim FHOG if you buy a PPOR after an IP? in the forum Help Needed!

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:52:56 +0000

http://www.firsthome.gov.auyou can check your eligibility according to the state you are buying in / intend to live in.

bouncecf replied to the topic Does adding a pool add value? in the forum Value Adding

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 09:45:10 +0000

Thanks for all the input It's a bit of a tricky one because I do really want a pool for myself but we are only looking to staying in the house for approx 2 yrs before moving on and either selling or renting it. Unfortunately we live in a very remote place so there is really not much choice in regards to going above ground, 2nd hand etc though on…[Read more]

bouncecf replied to the topic investment property in the forum Hi, try www.firsthome.gov.au

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:33:51 +0000

Hi, try http://www.firsthome.gov.au for all the rules regarding claiming the grant

bouncecf replied to the topic Bathroom Reno Cost in the forum Value Adding

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:27:12 +0000

Hi:) Ive never done a reno bathroom so this is just a thought, but is there any possibility that you can do some of the work yourself to save on the labour cost – ie ripping out the old tiles / fixtures, which might offset the cost of the more expensive fixtures?

bouncecf replied to the topic Managing Agents in the forum General Property

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 07:08:11 +0000

I've only got the one property recently bought and I just ended up using the agency who the property was listed for sale through, lol no method to the madness there it was more convienience, but luckily the PM has turned out to be great so luck was on my side.I agree with Karen word of mouth would surely have to be the best way. If I end up buying…[Read more]

bouncecf replied to the topic Does adding a pool add value? in the forum Value Adding

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 14:46:48 +0000

Thanks – that's kinda what I was thinking also. I remember when I was growing up my parents had a pool installed for 10g, now it's 30! guess it also doesn't help when there's only one supplier in town. lol.Thanks for the advice.

bouncecf replied to the topic LMI refunds - CBA in the forum Legal & Accounting

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 13:44:46 +0000

Wow how interesting – I had no idea you could get refunds on LMI premiums. Learn something new every day I guess It does say on the Genworth page that no refund is applicable where a separate agreement exists between Genworth and the lender, so maybe that's what CBA is referring to? Have you tried contacting Genworth directly, or lodging a refund…[Read more]

bouncecf replied to the topic PURCHASING INVESTMENT PROPERTIES IN MINING TOWNS?? in the forum Help Needed!

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:02:38 +0000

My partner and I are building in South Hedland WA with a look to it being an IP in about 2 yrs. I'm not really sure about Newman – from reading the local papers seems to be a good market there too but I'm no expert. In my (limited) experience it seems like mining towns can prove very lucrative but you have to get in at the right time and know…[Read more]

bouncecf replied to the topic $7000 grant in the forum General Property

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:04:12 +0000

Falcon – not sure which gov department you spoke with but there is definately a minimum time you need to live in the property to qualify for the FHO grant. The FHO government website states: "must occupy the home as their principal place of residence for a continuous period of six months commencing within 12 months of settlement or construction…[Read more]

bouncecf replied to the topic Which City/Suburb you live? in the forum Forum Frolic

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:10:44 +0000

South Hedland in Western Australia.

bouncecf replied to the topic questions to ask at an inspection in the forum General Property

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:08:44 +0000

– If property is tenanted you could ask how long the tenants have been in there for (eg if they have been there for some time gives you an indication they are happy with building, neighbours etc)- Have any improvements been made to the house (and if yes ask to see council approvals for these- friends of mine learned this the hard way)- Have the…[Read more]