PropertyInvesting.com | GeoffBeck | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/geoffbeck/activity/ Activity feed for GeoffBeck. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:37:24 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 9fa0f48844146d56710360b0c1ef44e0 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Investing in US property market now - best way? in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392593-investing-in-us-property-market-now-best-way/#post-4584051 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:40:02 +0000 A number of posts above have stated that Aussies need to obtain a social security number to then obtain a USA bank account.These comments are NOT true, contact HSBC in Australian and you can get a USA bank account and never have to step foot in the USA. I did it 18 months ago, completed the required forms, payed a $100.00 setup costs, waited 6…[Read more]

]]> 68b2887727d70b6669d6abed7d9d3986 GeoffBeck replied to the topic What does 'POA' stand for? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392598-what-does-poa-stand-for/#post-4584100 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 11:02:32 +0000 Thanks, but what does "Price on Application" mean?

]]> 50a17db4c939140992dae7264dc227c2 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Dogey property managers in Cairns in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392214-dogey-property-managers-in-cairns/#post-4582297 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 10:48:48 +0000 Hi all,For someone who lives in Cairns I can say there are good property managers and there are some shockers located in the Cairns area. I live on the northern beaches and work in Edge Hill and must say I've heard and experienced some bad stories and some good ones, however, Cairns is no different to any other city, regional centre, town or…[Read more]

]]> 4edbcc26341511ac65169c494c2dc470 GeoffBeck replied to the topic buying an appartment in a Cairns Resort complex??? in the forum Hi Aroverman, From someone https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392596-buying-an-appartment-in-a-cairns-resort-complex/#post-4584096 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 10:21:52 +0000 Hi Aroverman,From someone who lives in Cairns and has invested in most Australian states one piece of advise I can recommend you check out is council rates. Make sure you undertake a call to Cairns council and get an estimate of the annual rates. Don't just rely on the real estate agents word… or you could be in for a rude shock…I find Cairns…[Read more]

]]> ac57ae3a45500ad84ff2c94ee5fe4be6 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Property managers in Invercargill in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392063-property-managers-in-invercargill/#post-4581415 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 09:54:14 +0000 I used the Professionals – MacPherson Real Estate in downtown Invercargill.They were okay, but that was 18 months ago. Can't recall what there management rates were, but if I recall I rang around and they were the best prior to engauging there services.Hope this helps.Cheers GeoffB

]]> e8d6dbecb7dabb8f9058d6a9c0a45845 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Use a town planner or not??? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391918-use-a-town-planner-or-not/#post-4580525 Sat, 12 Jan 2008 10:51:49 +0000 Hi Amaljaya,To answer your question: Yes, Yes Yes.I live in Cairns and subdivided in Sydney, initially attempted to do it myself, got into difficulties, engaged town planner to sort it all out, processes moved a lot better after using town planner.Good luckGeoffB

]]> 5d180360127e5e3fc12983017cc5c62c GeoffBeck replied to the topic Is there more growth to be had in Invercargill in the forum Kristine,You would only pay https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391898-is-there-more-growth-to-be-had-in-invercargill/#post-4580415 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:34:56 +0000 Kristine,You would only pay tax once between oz and NZ on a property transaction, contact your accountant to get a clearer picture of the processes involved.Regarding Invercargill growth, sorry I left that market more than a year ago and not up to date with the property climate there.Good luckCheers,GeoffB

]]> 301ed73c669902dff6dc917d3d8cf2ba GeoffBeck replied to the topic Anyone had Lasik or Laser Eye Surgery? Please share your experience in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391839-anyone-had-lasik-or-laser-eye-surgery-please-share-your-experience/#post-4580071 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:49:00 +0000 Hey Cairns,My other half is looking at laser treatment surgery too, her research has shown that don't get it done in Cairns. It's about $4,000.00 cheaper to get it done in Sydney. The saving covers the travel costs and change. We too live in Cairns.Cheers,GeoffB (fellow Cairns investor)

]]> a52684ddcb8366be76c717cfaccbd5c5 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Is there more growth to be had in Invercargill in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391898-is-there-more-growth-to-be-had-in-invercargill/#post-4580413 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:41:10 +0000 Hi Kristine,I live in oz and had a number of properties in NZ, sold them all a year ago. One of my properties was in Invercargill (such a lovely place)a nd did very well from the investment. My whole experience with NZ investing was very rewarding, buy through to sell.In relation to selling and getting money out, no trouble, in fact I find the NZ…[Read more]

]]> 4960cd6fa139525ddd7f8127d268c3b5 GeoffBeck replied to the topic gazumped - learn from our sorry tale in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391787-gazumped-learn-from-our-sorry-tale/#post-4579368 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:27:58 +0000 This type of practice if not uncommon, I've had it pulled/tried on me a couple of times. Fortunately, due to experience I thrive on these situations, and now I use it to my advantage. One important point, there is millions of bargains out there in this big world.One time we were in the RE agents office and signed the contract, the agent went a…[Read more]

]]> e7b1efb04c470d76d9fdef671f73c4b5 GeoffBeck replied to the topic We've made the big decision! in the forum Hi Martin,Totally https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391868-weve-made-the-big-decision/#post-4580228 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:50:40 +0000 Hi Martin,Totally agree/repect your comments. My decission was based on risk assessment whether it was right or wrong.I don't want to discussion the issue regarding the Mitsubishi plant issue in this post as it would be hijacking the initial post.GeoffB

]]> a781eb42b90b5fd11fb189539c02a0e2 GeoffBeck replied to the topic We've made the big decision! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391868-weve-made-the-big-decision/#post-4580225 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 08:27:56 +0000 This is not answering your question, but when you mentioned Adelaide I recalled reading a news article today about the Mitibushi plant and the its future. 18 months ago I was looking a IP's around the Marion area but stayed away due to the rumours of the plant closing. Every 12 months there seems to be a news report about the plants future, one d…[Read more]

]]> 2cd6111e5143857c7264100754b302c0 GeoffBeck replied to the topic The property that can't be sold. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391823-the-property-that-cant-be-sold/page/2/#post-4579620 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 08:19:53 +0000 Crashy,I look outside the square to find solutions. You haven't demonstrated an understanding of the solution to the problem I was tiring to achieve, hence all your presented problems. I could respond with solutions to all your question posed, as I did when I undertook the marketing proposal, but I will let you think about them because there all…[Read more]

]]> 882b0a4c1eddca9b285b570637665b35 GeoffBeck replied to the topic The property that can't be sold. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391823-the-property-that-cant-be-sold/page/2/#post-4579618 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 03:34:33 +0000 crashy wrote:
so that would mean your original price was $217k for a property earning $140? a week? what you smokin man! quote]I don't smoke… See Crashy, if you had bothered to read my earlier posts I tested the market out at one point to establish a environment/demographic by offering a new car into the property package, hence yes I did have…[Read more]

]]> 76af4898e8ae418920e52083fa095b69 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Who owns property valuations via the bank? in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391860-who-owns-property-valuations-via-the-bank/#post-4580202 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 03:23:05 +0000 Tracey, thanks for response.I'm still of the opinion that if I pay for something I should get it. If I go down to the shop and buy an apple if should get the apple, even is if it has a worm in it.Regarding negotiating for a copy of the valuation before you proceed is valuable advise. I have tried to get a copy of the banks prequalified valuers l…[Read more]

]]> f2202e2705641ba64193c76192030ce3 GeoffBeck replied to the topic The property that can't be sold. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391823-the-property-that-cant-be-sold/#post-4579608 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 11:35:39 +0000 Thank you all for your varying array of comments and suggestions.Since I initially posted this subject I have undertaken some more extensive research relating to this property, especially in the sale price. I have made further phone calls to RE agents and obtained a RP Data report. Although RP Data reports are to be used with caution combined wi…[Read more]

]]> e2af9c83ab9ed59555be34508100257f GeoffBeck replied to the topic The property that can't be sold. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391823-the-property-that-cant-be-sold/#post-4579599 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 02:20:45 +0000 Great suggestion regarding just painting the bricks combined with faux shutters, that's a small cost large value option. Thanks Tracey.The current tenant is on a periodical period term, therefore making the sale cover a broader demographic.It's a long story regarding the colluding issue, it's along the line of directors of trusts/companies…[Read more]

]]> 69b0b1ce28e98712da760602d535956f GeoffBeck replied to the topic The property that can't be sold. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391823-the-property-that-cant-be-sold/#post-4579596 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 00:48:44 +0000 Hi Marc, Tracey and S,Thanks for your valued comments.In response to your questions, yes I have reduced the price (5 times) totalling $34k, and increased the rent in attempt to get a better yield.Your sample links to other properties in the town are unfortunate old, very old. I've been tracking all the properties listed in the town on RE.com over…[Read more]

]]> 3516652242b7dcaa624848617c0a7418 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Development costs? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386285-development-costs/#post-4552146 Sun, 30 Jul 2006 09:06:39 +0000 Hi HoBe,

Not from Brisbane area but Sydney therefore can’t directly answer your question, but the following is a guide for your question answer.

1. Take time out to visit your local council which your land is located. Ask questions, any questions, zoning, regulations, development application cost etc. I find most council are helpful.

2. Make…[Read more]

]]> e0bb200718fce9774351159bac3a2e64 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Steve & Dave split in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386261-steve-dave-split/#post-4552028 Fri, 28 Jul 2006 10:01:06 +0000 What effect does this have on Steve’s and Dave’s foundation, and it goals?

I’ve always admired the strategies for the foundation and hope it’s not effected at all?

Cheers,
GeoffB

]]> 49cff81224c38e9de8b01db4b197ab4e GeoffBeck replied to the topic 10 Worst Sydney Suburbs in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386077-10-worst-sydney-suburbs/#post-4551246 Tue, 11 Jul 2006 02:23:06 +0000 MacQuarie Fields would be one.

]]> 53b0fe05aac0c80a9b63d1fedb78526c GeoffBeck replied to the topic RESULTS Mentoring Program in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384963-results-mentoring-program/#post-4544741 Wed, 19 Apr 2006 23:10:01 +0000 Hi Mark,

Thanks for your positive feedback and sounds like RESULTS are delivering for you. I get the feeling that nearly everyone is satisfied with the program and until a few weeks ago when my mentor left the program I to had a similar positive fuzzy feeling.

For me, since my original mentor left the program, communication with the program has…[Read more]

]]> dc8c18fecb378af04fe6837ce95c3015 GeoffBeck replied to the topic RESULTS Mentoring Program in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384963-results-mentoring-program/#post-4544733 Mon, 10 Apr 2006 08:19:29 +0000 I’m also on the results program, however I personally have been a little disappointed in a number of aspects, mainly relating to management of the program, a few samples:
– Folders late being posted.
– Content within the folders becoming available free to non RESULTS people.
– My coach quit some 6 weeks ago and now I’m just a number/name within…[Read more]

]]> d08f5380f151a31d92eb86a7919361da GeoffBeck replied to the topic Buying with an option in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385012-buying-with-an-option/#post-4545087 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 10:55:11 +0000 I’ve considered options and know people who do options, but I just can’t get it out of my head that options are all based around gambling/luck.
Options are about the future and unless you have a crystal ball to know what is about to happen to a particular area in relation to growth, then that’s gambling/luck.

I’m sure I’m wrong, can someone…[Read more]

]]> 4bc34f3ca423c59c4e87291858c99e87 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Mentors in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384672-mentors-3/#post-4543358 Sat, 11 Mar 2006 07:22:48 +0000 Why not join the PropertyInvesting.com RESULTS mentoring program?

There is going to be a new intake coming you very soon.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 3c99b66f697c30dc53b7bbfe5b6ad43b GeoffBeck replied to the topic Interesting article about NZ in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384214-interesting-article-about-nz/#post-4540814 Sat, 11 Feb 2006 11:42:53 +0000 Hi Muppet,

BRW=Business Review Weekly

There is a web site:
http://www.brw.com.au/

The artical can be located at; http://www.brw.com.au/Edition.aspx?ediid=1262 but you need to register to view the write-up.

I believe the magazine is avaliable in NZ? There is a NZ dollar price on the magazine cover (NZ$7.50).

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> df580d1e4698fdd3c040b90147c755eb GeoffBeck replied to the topic Interesting article about NZ in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384214-interesting-article-about-nz/#post-4540812 Sat, 11 Feb 2006 06:43:17 +0000 Hi Westan,

Just bought BRW magazine and read the article, I totally agree with you. I must read for all those who have a vetted interest in NZ.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 623ccfffefac0cfa3b4264744e77625a GeoffBeck replied to the topic Martin Ayles in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383464-martin-ayles/page/2/#post-4536883 Sun, 08 Jan 2006 07:10:40 +0000 Hi Martin,
Good to see you on the forum.

Thoroughly enjoyed your book ‘You need a rocket’ you posted me, again thanks. When will your next book ‘When You’re In Your Own Way’ be out?

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 8e5787b638534dd9268f2f4c7f4a732a GeoffBeck replied to the topic Definition of 'Quartile' in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383513-definition-of-quartile/#post-4537111 Sun, 11 Dec 2005 06:12:37 +0000 Thanks Benny,

Suspected the definition was along those lines.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 1dc1d80080ef5602e8967da1ebd804e2 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Martin Ayles in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383464-martin-ayles/#post-4536858 Tue, 06 Dec 2005 11:31:10 +0000 Like Robo, I asked Martin were I could buy his book and he kindly posted me two signed copies for free. I have given one copy to someone who also appreciated it.

I aspire one day to be in a similar position to that of Martin i.e Finically and time generous.

Cheers,
GeoffB

]]> 5afcd559d2607ac7fba728d6199fee26 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Whose repsonsible for the driveway? in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382972-whose-repsonsible-for-the-driveway/#post-4534179 Tue, 01 Nov 2005 05:11:50 +0000 Westan,

Welcome home,

Nearly all councils in Oz are heavily insured against accident claims caused by dicky paths and roads. Councils receive hundreds of claims yearly from the publicans resulting from trips and falls due to poorly maintained council paths.

Westan, if the concrete drive/footpath is on council property you can safely say it’s…[Read more]

]]> 8e60245c73af6bf354512ea814c57982 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Investing in USA in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382371-investing-in-usa/#post-4530592 Fri, 14 Oct 2005 05:46:04 +0000 Marty_Boyo,
Suggest you email Westan your request. Westan is currently in the states on business, hence unlikely too pick up your request via the forum. By emailing Westan you’ll more likely to be added to his DB sooner than later.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 99d1ce1549546eb1e1e4a2049095750f GeoffBeck replied to the topic e-choice in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382576-e-choice/#post-4531849 Fri, 07 Oct 2005 03:30:53 +0000 I previously had a bad encounter with e-ch****. A few years ago I rang them, a guy came around to my place with all their hype. I never signed any forms, just told by the guy he would be in touch. Never ever heard from him again. I rang and rang the guy with no answer, it was if he vanished off the planet. Rang the main e-ch**** office and was…[Read more]

]]> 0ade202826c5c78630246f8218de9995 GeoffBeck replied to the topic The 5th Test in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382150-the-5th-test/#post-4529003 Sat, 17 Sep 2005 10:12:23 +0000 Gee wizz Steven, every team you’ve gone for losses. For my sake please don’t go for the Swans in next weeks grand final….

The whole ashes loss is killing me. All the Poms at work are just hammering me about the cricket – all week – none stop.
Even today whilst watching the West Coast Vs Adelaide AFL match the cameras zoomed in on a Pom in the…[Read more]

]]> 4acd70ca370d4bde27bbe1d24edb0d2b GeoffBeck replied to the topic KIWI Success stories in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381798-kiwi-success-stories/#post-4526974 Mon, 22 Aug 2005 22:00:49 +0000 Okay a kiwi success story.

This is a recent one and worthy of mention as it proves there are still good property purchases to be made in NZ.

Purchased +ve cash flow property in south Island January this year for $63k, rent $130.00 per wk. Two weeks ago flow over for 8 days reno job and after spending $3k (including my travel costs) had it…[Read more]

]]> edfd2dad24e74d31dbe91897d46b226d GeoffBeck replied to the topic Vendor Duty in NSW to be abolished? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381401-vendor-duty-in-nsw-to-be-abolished/#post-4524194 Tue, 02 Aug 2005 03:23:50 +0000 Well it’s now official, NSW property vendor tax is abolished from TODAY.

http://finance.news.com.au/story/0,10166,16127062-31037,00.html

What will this do to the property market in NSW now???

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 2d56ea9a71f87d8fbe2d3db6b0406fd3 GeoffBeck replied to the topic dodgey email scams in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381253-dodgey-email-scams/#post-4523309 Fri, 22 Jul 2005 03:10:23 +0000 Guys,
Just a suggestion, never ever reply back to scam/junk email, it only triggers the person at the other end that your email address is an active one and tells them you are willing to read and react to correspondence.
These people will now on sell your email address to millions of marketers and scammers world wide, who will on sell it to…[Read more]

]]> 8c68931d6fb9a25cd0e59c040eb4feab GeoffBeck replied to the topic getting bank references for usa loans in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381217-getting-bank-references-for-usa-loans/#post-4523108 Tue, 19 Jul 2005 22:06:17 +0000 Hi Liz,
I too had the same trouble initially, but when I told them the reference letter is for international funds purpose they understood. One of the banks still stood firm and wouldn’t give a reference letter, so I terminated the phone call and rang the bank back straight away, spoke to another person and got the letter without any trouble. If…[Read more]

]]> ac53bc385bb8dd5265d864a33245fa2f GeoffBeck replied to the topic USA Flips in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381017-usa-flips/#post-4521849 Sat, 02 Jul 2005 07:00:58 +0000 Dame-it, Swans lost by a point. Great last quarter. One stage in the game Richmond were 44 points up. Next time I’ll keep my mouth shut….

Have you completed a USA flip deal yet?
If so have did it work out and what were some of the heart aches encountered?

Cheers,
Geoff

]]> b9b581924b70cea468d2310b69826044 GeoffBeck replied to the topic USA Flips in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381017-usa-flips/#post-4521847 Sat, 02 Jul 2005 03:33:09 +0000 Westan, great idea however being on the other side of the planet would make this type of strategy difficult and complicated to implement, manage and achieve ultimate goals. Don’t get me wrong I’m not saying that it couldn’t work, just very difficult.

Are you intending to relocate to the USA???

Cheers
GeoffB

{Swans by 45 points over Richmond today….}

]]> 3be52589f9c215e6c1d2fe97aceaacbe GeoffBeck replied to the topic Smoke Detectors in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380913-smoke-detectors/#post-4521058 Mon, 27 Jun 2005 03:35:51 +0000 Do some further research and it seems the NSW government hasn’t decided to which type to legislate, battery operated or hard wire type smoke detectors. The NSW fire bridge are pushing for the battery type.

The hard wired type smoke detectors are available from the hardware stores for $50.00 (NSW), you still have to install the thing…[Read more]

]]> 1cae0bffa2c3ffa083c5aa3784fa9e16 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Kiwi Finance? in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380876-kiwi-finance/#post-4520829 Thu, 23 Jun 2005 10:24:37 +0000 Hi Ben,
I’m one of Steve’s clients and as Westan says he comes highly recommended.

Worth a phone call.

Cheers,
GeoffB

]]> 4b741b476e0b1ee6f0775476133743a3 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Selling techniques while keeping tenant on side? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380712-selling-techniques-while-keeping-tenant-on-side/#post-4519764 Tue, 14 Jun 2005 10:15:52 +0000 Thank you all for your constructive feedback.

Great suggestions and ideas.

Cheers,
GeoffB

]]> d83d75b70688c88ff03324b2c670a0e1 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Subdividing in NZ in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379843-subdividing-in-nz/#post-4513118 Sat, 23 Apr 2005 07:05:08 +0000 Good question Redfish.

I too have been asking the same questions on the dedicated NZ forum http://www.nzpropertytogo.com/, but as yet nobody has responded.

The only knowledge I have gained so far from my research is that NZ subdivision processes and laws are very similar to Oz.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 6ca91d71c14f74c5d8e7803e8cbf8305 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Mortgage Brokers in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379827-mortgage-brokers-7/#post-4513053 Fri, 22 Apr 2005 09:05:23 +0000 Contact Steven Crane at Mobile Mortgage in Melbourne (can get his details from this forum) who can answer your question.

Question to you is, why do you specifically want a Mobile Mortgage broker in Sydney?????

I’m from Sydney but don’t limit myself to brokers in Sydney, any broker in Australia can deliver 100% quality services regardless of…[Read more]

]]> eaeacc33ca855ca4e59317d8d818e251 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Investment in USA in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379711-investment-in-usa/#post-4512458 Fri, 15 Apr 2005 23:27:09 +0000 I agree Caesar, suspect Kurra is talking about Westans seminar evening. If that is the case the American gentlemen referenced to are NOT USA Real Estate agents, they are property investors.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 2d5f471a47c7fcd12f4e7b34f77b3cbd GeoffBeck replied to the topic Business Idea Help in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379653-business-idea-help/#post-4512123 Tue, 12 Apr 2005 10:45:20 +0000 Hi Property Angel,

Small assistance regarding your business start-up, suggest you read (presuming you haven’t already) a very inspiring book called “You Inc.” by John McGrath.

I have just read it for the second time, can really help you to your business goals and aspirations.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> d1e13b13605de26ab720f2d16750c0c2 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Invercargill NZ, is it a good place to invest? in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379661-invercargill-nz-is-it-a-good-place-to-invest/#post-4512188 Tue, 12 Apr 2005 10:36:17 +0000 Below is an article from last Fridays Southland Times Newspaper regarding the positive future of Invercargill. This in addition to ozi’s post earlier today puts a lot of substance towards a rosy current situation and future.

Feisty city blows away the experts
08 April 2005
By KAREN ARNOLD

Invercargill’s future as a stable, healthy community is…[Read more]

]]> 20f34047926d005cbc866a0a79933eb4 GeoffBeck replied to the topic Invercargill in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379085-invercargill/#post-4508788 Sun, 10 Apr 2005 08:40:52 +0000 I’ve vetted interest in Invercargill and in the last six months the positives are defiantly outweighing the negatives.

Personally, I have great confidence this trend will continue in all areas.

Cheers
GeoffB

]]> 454ef878e0482b91b44dcd1150053a39 GeoffBeck replied to the topic setting up a team in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379640-setting-up-a-team/#post-4512067 Sun, 10 Apr 2005 07:33:21 +0000 Hi John,
I have done a lot of research on USA property investing over the last 4 months and the one accounting firm who has the best knowledge on Australians investing in USA properties is Active Financial Answers (they have a web page), I use them. I take it the seminar you attended is the ones held at the Carton Crests last week? If so then you…[Read more]

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