PropertyInvesting.com | jtw | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/jtw/activity/ Activity feed for jtw. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:54:40 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 7504caeba35b0b7bdf7ea107fdc8a7bb jtw replied to the topic Building with Dixon Homes in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393535-building-with-dixon-homes/page/2/#post-4589206 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:18:27 +0000 Hakbm,I symphathise with you entirely.    I never have these problems with other builders.JTW

]]> 7913dc8599b89036a82e9c7ede87a47b jtw replied to the topic Building with Dixon Homes in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393535-building-with-dixon-homes/#post-4589204 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 22:11:50 +0000 Bob, Thats why I am investing in the Brisbane western Corridor.  An extra  250,000 people , 96,000 jobs and about  80billion in infrastructure in this area over the next 15-20 years.    Yet prices down in the SEQ corner still cheap by comparision with just about everywhere else.  I am purchasing land , splitting or developing,  building  and selli…[Read more]

]]> f898da261ff7703ae45e9f01541dd253 jtw replied to the topic Building with Dixon Homes in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393535-building-with-dixon-homes/#post-4589202 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 21:50:56 +0000 Bob,The guys I spoke to were good carpenters that ran there own business and subcontracted to 2 project builder of whom the spoke of highly.   Building costs are $665 per  M2   + carpet Tiles in living areas + light fittings + outside area concrete + landscape.  I mentioned these add ons so you can compare apples with apples. The house is W41 (N3…[Read more]

]]> f7d3c5aa0416772810a4ba811d7e7f6f jtw replied to the topic Building with Dixon Homes in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393535-building-with-dixon-homes/#post-4589200 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:40:48 +0000 Bob,Western area of Brisbane. The project was a company built project via a supervisor, as per any other project builder.   I understand they also have builder franchise model and some of these people may be good. But also understand that my experience has been extremely poor. Add to this my circle of business friends etc who have the same o…[Read more]

]]> 19a7944ab1585b164336c9d2bc3b7d8a jtw replied to the topic Building with Dixon Homes in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393535-building-with-dixon-homes/#post-4589197 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:02:34 +0000 Bob,I have had about 18 project homes built with various builders over the years, in fact I have another 2 under construction right now with a well known project builder. I have only ever had one project builder i disputed , Tamawood.  They were no where near good enough. I won't use them again.  I will use other project builders for inv…[Read more]

]]> e2a66735d08a8904f42ef04ffbace294 jtw replied to the topic 2.3 million of property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393362-2-3-million-of-property/#post-4588238 Sat, 31 May 2008 23:14:00 +0000 I rarely bother to comment on these posts, but Scamp you are negative, rude and unhelpful. Throughout my investing career I came across many like you and luckily I had a go and went ahead with my plans. The result for me has been very rewarding.Zebulan has not indicated he is any difficulty, he is merely seeking different opinions from other…[Read more]

]]> ffb390411de848e6e0a7d5d6db7bbe6e jtw replied to the topic subdivision project in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393163-subdivision-project/#post-4586654 Sun, 11 May 2008 09:20:52 +0000 Adam,Depending on the degree of difficulty, planning scheme requirements Min block size, SEQ Regional plan implications etc the costs  could be 20K-30K to  who knows how much.  I have completed a similiar project recently and found  the costs can in at about  75K each block. Costs covered stamp duty , solicitors, engineers, construction cost…[Read more]

]]> 7282d86c34a42a68277e162ba544a037 jtw replied to the topic Writing is on the wall - Labour will win in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391519-writing-is-on-the-wall-labour-will-win/#post-4577742 Sun, 25 Nov 2007 08:00:24 +0000 I have already started sand bagging my position for any economic bombshells. Here is an interesting thought. Let's say you had a really bad tennants. They weren't paying thier debts and are wrecking the house. They run up a debt that is sending you broke. In fact you discuss passing this huge debt on to your kids to pay off it is so big.  You f…[Read more]

]]> c28b08d2e245d73ea613fd60786208b0 jtw replied to the topic Nightmare subdivision!! in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390419-nightmare-subdivision/#post-4571860 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 22:50:41 +0000 Amanda,I can symphathise with you on the frustration levels involved in developing. I have just completed a small sub division (3 blocks) and I have learnt a heap. In balance the rewards have been exceptionally good.  I am now undertaking a 100 lot subdivsion and I am applying my experience from last time so I hope the process will be easier.  I f…[Read more]

]]> d80a7fe1e1bfe77d190d5374070e0bf3 jtw replied to the topic Up and Coming Suburbs in Brisbane/Queensland in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390366-up-and-coming-suburbs-in-brisbanequeensland/#post-4571567 Thu, 02 Aug 2007 23:24:26 +0000 NicoleK,There are still some of areas where you can buy for $250K but probably  more the outer areas of Brisbane. One that immediately comes to mind is the Ipswich area which is undergoing mega growth. Another forumite AmandaBS knows this area pretty well and has a good website 'property divas'.  Other than that I don't of many areas off hand , th…[Read more]

]]> 7d949e798422a8dd89a7346f622cc569 jtw replied to the topic Deja vu in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389924-deja-vu/#post-4569340 Sat, 16 Jun 2007 20:58:44 +0000 BDM,Amazing how a public holiday long weekend can adversely affect plumbing. Guess what?  Yesterday, I had 2 seperate plumbing problems with my investments.  Phone rang at 9.30 (tennant A) and 11.00 am. (tennant B) Total bill ?  550 +Gst.   I know how you feel. The trials and tribulations of a landlord.JTW

]]> 462ff22ccabdf06694d3c97bfe4caa14 jtw replied to the topic subdividing basics in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389784-subdividing-basics/#post-4568355 Tue, 12 Jun 2007 08:14:17 +0000 Crashy,   Each area has its own benifits and draw backs. As with reno's, subdivision is about creating a saleable product in the end. There is a process to follow and tricks of the trade you learn along the way like doing renos.I am just finishing a small subdivision project in QLD and I must say that AmandaBS should be commended on that great  po…[Read more]

]]> d2d534f7d03b87663113f2c77d6ef21f jtw replied to the topic Capella, QLD - What is your opinion? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389867-capella-qld-what-is-your-opinion/#post-4569099 Mon, 11 Jun 2007 21:57:33 +0000 I agree with Queenslander 07's comments. I wasn't aware of the water from Tieri being piped in, I can't think of any major water resource out that way? The idea of piping from Fairburn Dam (Emerald) had been floated for many years. In my humble opinion CF+ deals are not what they are cracked up to be IF you don't get real reliable capital gains.…[Read more]

]]> fdce0929447caf3de74f48ce256d4d32 jtw replied to the topic HANS JAKOBI - ANYONE USED HIS STRATEGIES??? in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389863-hans-jakobi-anyone-used-his-strategies/#post-4569072 Sat, 09 Jun 2007 21:22:43 +0000 Raddles,Glad you got value from it.  I don't think I am 'ignorant' , perhaps cautious, skeptical and tight with my moneyI was trying to give renabelz another view and other options. JTW

]]> 7d5b118f8d467fa7de662039a9b5a976 jtw replied to the topic Capella, QLD - What is your opinion? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389867-capella-qld-what-is-your-opinion/#post-4569096 Sat, 09 Jun 2007 21:18:00 +0000 Having lived in Capella many years ago, I would offer the following for consideration.  Yes it is actually a nice little town and i have fond memories of it, but I wouldn't invest in it.   Water supply has always been a problem. Several booms have come and gone with rents at sky high prices for rent and then years of low rents and stagnation.  Mos…[Read more]

]]> 93f09d0f6c13c833421b066e5df0e931 jtw replied to the topic HANS JAKOBI - ANYONE USED HIS STRATEGIES??? in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389863-hans-jakobi-anyone-used-his-strategies/#post-4569070 Fri, 08 Jun 2007 22:57:03 +0000 Raddles,I am glad that you got value from the course. I still think that reading books and this forum/somersoft are necessary to begin with. Personally I would take the 4K to get good personalised legal and accounting advice directly from a professional accountant and lawyer. Before this I would still need to have base knowledge, obtained from…[Read more]

]]> ab13db4d48008fc0a41dd52cb6f46501 jtw replied to the topic Determining the market cycle? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381839-determining-the-market-cycle/page/2/#post-4527309 Fri, 08 Jun 2007 22:40:02 +0000 Hi Foundation,I'd forgotten about this thread too. I am still  a 'slow and steady wins the race' type investor . I think that the sustained real estate prices and the improving outlook is still related to affordability.  We have very low unemployment, lower taxes, higher rent yields.  I think this will support prices and mildly improve them. An…[Read more]

]]> b2a4f2900ca2b292a1592b7cb761aeab jtw replied to the topic HANS JAKOBI - ANYONE USED HIS STRATEGIES??? in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389863-hans-jakobi-anyone-used-his-strategies/#post-4569067 Fri, 08 Jun 2007 20:59:20 +0000 Renabelz,4K seems a lot of money to pony up with for course. Of course the DVD will look fantastic, would you expect otherwise?Before ploughing in heaps for a course that may have a narrow focus on a few methods, I recommend READING WIDELY.Steve McKnights books are good, subscribe to Micheal Yardleys news letter, read Rich Dad Poor Dad series and…[Read more]

]]> 212d0d11e9cc09d916747f3628f200b7 jtw replied to the topic Industrial land in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389528-industrial-land/#post-4567376 Thu, 17 May 2007 02:44:43 +0000 Have you looked at Yatala area in Qld ?  It is midway between Brisbane & Goldcoast, some major developments there. In terms of capital growth & security I can't think of better. 

]]> 84f4166dcc9cce45bbfccb58b9843f91 jtw replied to the topic Any ideas! help with investments. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389483-any-ideas-help-with-investments/#post-4567187 Fri, 04 May 2007 06:50:04 +0000 Golderneye,A couple of things.   Firstly I would make serious enquiry about getting your trade Qualifications transfered.  We have family friends who moved over from the UK and settled at Forest Lake in QLD.  He had his qualifications transfered after some minor testing on the plumbing code and working with a licensed contractor for a year. Loo…[Read more]

]]> cf0884a8744f5323c0790645fb466e48 jtw replied to the topic desperately trying to figure something out... in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386116-desperately-trying-to-figure-something-out/#post-4551452 Thu, 20 Jul 2006 10:30:44 +0000 Have you considered improving/renovating you own house? could you squeeze a bit more out it? Your own home has the added advantage of being tax free. Otherwise, becareful at the moment,it is easy to buy a house spend heaps on the reno and actually make a loss. With a low income you may feel the financial squeeze if you try to buy another property…[Read more]

]]> 5782531660961c43d81f3415084e14c9 jtw replied to the topic The costs of sub-dividing? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386074-the-costs-of-sub-dividing/#post-4551241 Fri, 14 Jul 2006 09:26:59 +0000 Karl & Rita
I am just in the process of subdividing a block (3) in an area near you. There isn’t and way that anyone can give you a firm figure. It depends on so many factors.

In my instance I have spent $2500 on townplanner for initial work and application, $1500 for engineer, $900 for council fees, $300 for public advertising & signage. I…[Read more]

]]> f3fc0e971b8b87dc33f280d0525bb5ac jtw replied to the topic Property potential loss of upto 100K! Help in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385989-property-potential-loss-of-upto-100k-help/#post-4550912 Fri, 07 Jul 2006 22:15:57 +0000 Greenhorn,
Hang in there. From experience I know how tough it is now, but in years to come you will look back and see that holding is the right move. As you can see from other forum contributors, the asset looked as if it would never improve, then suddenly takes off like a rocket. Rents are increasing, building costs continue to rise………
At…[Read more]

]]> e7b8c4414164f8e3276915976316bd37 jtw replied to the topic subdividing in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384126-subdividing-4/#post-4540329 Thu, 02 Feb 2006 06:40:13 +0000 ronsab,
I am a great fan of sub division/developing, however the time delays are enormous. The frustration at times unbelievable, but it definitely worth it if you pick the right property. Have you considered your holding costs and it is possible to offset with rent etc.

jtw

]]> 350ec396f09ccb50abc22e188cfeeaf4 jtw replied to the topic Uni student in need of help!!! in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383713-uni-student-in-need-of-help/#post-4538235 Mon, 09 Jan 2006 08:33:24 +0000 Hi there,
Another option maybe to buy a house and sub-let the other rooms to other Uni students. Let them pay your house off while you study. A combination of Fist home owners grant, parents supporting you by way of a guarantee perhaps, maybe an equity partner etc.
There are some pretty sharp minds on this forum that could point you in the right…[Read more]

]]> 086c808890e0abf138bb35e358533646 jtw replied to the topic Goals for the new year in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383668-goals-for-the-new-year/#post-4538039 Thu, 05 Jan 2006 09:44:19 +0000 Gidday Redwing,
I had a look at the forum frolic link and that article about goal setting was great.

I know 6 pages sounds a lot , my first plan was only 1page. Now I get into the detail of budgets, how I am going to achieve things, timings, resources required, financing arrangments, different options,specific taskings etc. before you know it…[Read more]

]]> d099d70261117a3a9b484c5e2e00aa66 jtw replied to the topic Goals for the new year in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383668-goals-for-the-new-year/#post-4538036 Sun, 01 Jan 2006 12:53:31 +0000 Hi Redwing,
I might have missed something because I am almost computer illiterate. Where is the rest of it? Or is it just one page only.

AmandaBS, you don’t really need any template,the magic of it is in the appreciation process (planning your plan) and the fact you write down what you are going to do, and how you are going to do it and commit…[Read more]

]]> e36aef4c8f27afe3d39f5e229f83885d jtw replied to the topic New to PI in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383666-new-to-pi/#post-4538029 Sun, 01 Jan 2006 03:03:00 +0000 Welcome Matt,
The forum is great place to obtain the most important asset in real estate investing, knowledge. I am in awe of the experienced people sharing on this forum. Hope you will be too. JTW

]]> bf17d20da5697c24ad5a69728f9ae93f jtw replied to the topic What are you doing on Christmas Day ? in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383373-what-are-you-doing-on-christmas-day/#post-4536414 Thu, 01 Dec 2005 11:15:37 +0000 Well I’ll be having a quite Christmas at home with just the wife and kids. Most of our relatives are heading off on overseas trips etc. Peace in our time hey? Dazzling little story about last Christmas probably strike a chord with most of us who have had the in laws over for Chistmas, They where the in laws weren’t they Dazzling???

]]> 384309a495fd0f46f2f8583d2c33b115 jtw replied to the topic Waterford West - QLD in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383392-waterford-west-qld/#post-4536571 Thu, 01 Dec 2005 11:01:13 +0000 U2ra,
I have sent you a private message via this web site. check your mail box. I’d think twice about this area.

JTW

]]> c52f06c0a2cb4f2aa152a4e2d13bbf2e jtw replied to the topic Reno Spreadsheet.. in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383318-reno-spreadsheet/#post-4536007 Wed, 23 Nov 2005 18:10:44 +0000 What about the Minimum sale price after Reno(Worst case scenario). The Max price may be misleading in this market, but still necessary to have on you sheet. I really like the idea, surely there is an existing on floating around.

JTW

]]> 93e841110bd06530ebb1e8cc475db84f jtw replied to the topic What type of vehicle do you have ?? in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381491-what-type-of-vehicle-do-you-have/page/7/#post-4524768 Fri, 18 Nov 2005 09:23:02 +0000 Goodrum,
No I hadn’t heard that ‘Wanker’ interpretation, I though it was supposed to mean a panther or something. I might change the badges on the car, in north america they call them Montero.ours is a diesel Auto and goes great, I think it forgets to drink fuel every now and then. Ideal RE investor car.

I take back what I said about the car…[Read more]

]]> 09686922a4a0678a7eaa8ffa44b468fc jtw replied to the topic What type of vehicle do you have ?? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381491-what-type-of-vehicle-do-you-have/page/7/#post-4524766 Thu, 17 Nov 2005 23:05:57 +0000 Dazzling,
I to have a real soft spot for the old “FUN 100”, especially an old classic. I am jealous. However you probably only have this as a toy , right?

Alternatively, perhaps you are trying to tell us you are a middle aged, sluggish, overweight, tired and slightly balding. (Just joking, the thing about the car telling you about the person)

JTW

]]> c863b3ff6d475f5cf683883c4fff6616 jtw replied to the topic QLD Property Group in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383199-qld-property-group/#post-4535359 Wed, 16 Nov 2005 05:33:23 +0000 Thanks Dereck, I wasn’t familiar with B>I>G>.
I Checked out thier website and looks like what I am after. Appreciate the tip

JTW

]]> bf3cf893eedd2dd6541fcfc694d8b4fd jtw replied to the topic What type of vehicle do you have ?? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381491-what-type-of-vehicle-do-you-have/page/7/#post-4524764 Tue, 15 Nov 2005 23:49:06 +0000 Very interesting subject. I think that you can tell a lot about a person from thier car.

Personally, I drive a new Mitsubishi Pajero 4WD, I traded a 2003 Holden SS commodore. We live in a rural area and I was sick of the limited ground clearance and traction. I travel about 30-35,000 kms per year. I find it best to lease a vehicle, run all…[Read more]

]]> 83928fb986d875a54dc01f946544e18a jtw replied to the topic QLD Property Group in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383199-qld-property-group/#post-4535356 Tue, 15 Nov 2005 22:45:06 +0000 Hi there Delboy and Adambc,
I would be interested in something along the lines of a property investors meeting and mentoring. ( No to combined finances)
Location and suggested times suit me fine.
Please keep me informed

JTW

]]> 37a8e09a402e855377284a5bd4d46df3 jtw replied to the topic If I gave you 1 mil were invest and what return in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382917-if-i-gave-you-1-mil-were-invest-and-what-return/page/2/#post-4533940 Wed, 09 Nov 2005 10:07:24 +0000 Gross, I am interested in how you would get 2%p/m. The ability to get a steady 27% would interest us all. What method? could you provide a bit more detail. I don’t have a million bucks laying around but I do have some cash coming my way soon. I was thinking of doing a 1/10th or 2/5th scale version of Dazzlings idea.

jtw

]]> 3060cd6f920c59be42afe3cdb9b41764 jtw replied to the topic Is this a deal or not in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382556-is-this-a-deal-or-not/#post-4531702 Wed, 05 Oct 2005 20:17:15 +0000 Thanks for the imput. Based on the figures (which is similiar to what I came up with) it still makes a small profit ($approx $84 P/w). At present the tennants are getting a great deal and are well below market on rent. $20 per week per unit would be achievable without reno of the interior. The $70k quote was the engineers estimate and included…[Read more]

]]> 615a2f835ebbaa870322e18f54f5622d jtw replied to the topic Colourbond vs Tile roof in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382456-colourbond-vs-tile-roof/page/2/#post-4531170 Fri, 30 Sep 2005 10:00:15 +0000 We had a colourbond roof installed on our new house and reckon it is great. For our needs, 2 advantages. 1.Collecting rainwater into tanks, colourbond has no competition. 2. In a high wind/cyclone area it is far more secure, easier to meet W51 rating etc. Now we have had a colurbond roof I wouldn’t consider tiles again. Dazzling is correct with…[Read more]

]]> e23eacb38c9002bc8460f69c412c2628 jtw replied to the topic Determining the market cycle? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381839-determining-the-market-cycle/page/2/#post-4527301 Thu, 22 Sep 2005 22:08:00 +0000 I am in total agreement with you C2 on your point about relaxing, thats why I personally prefer real estate over shares etc. About 15 years ago I had a small windfall of $6000 and my relative Ray got an equal share. I put it into RE and Ray put it into shares. At the time Real estate was really in the Doldrums and did nothing for a long time. Now…[Read more]

]]> 3adb79f147e80c99065fa551839cf7ce jtw replied to the topic Is there another way? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382128-is-there-another-way/#post-4528900 Fri, 09 Sep 2005 07:08:56 +0000 Darjovu
I have sold a house or two and I have been in your exact situation when I felt money was tight. I really wished I had hung onto a particular house, and regret selling the others. At the moment you may not get the Capital gain to recoup your 40K change over in a hurry. If you can rent out your PPOR for a few years (I think 5 or 6 years and…[Read more]

]]> fc64b6270a84d4e00c7b732f44553b81 jtw replied to the topic Determining the market cycle? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381839-determining-the-market-cycle/page/2/#post-4527299 Fri, 09 Sep 2005 06:47:16 +0000 Hi Gross Realisation,
You are right about it from the prospective that I haven’t considered rents etc, Because I haven’t been experienced enough to become a profesional investor. I guess that I put forward my laymans view of average wages to shine a different light on this arguement of “It’s all doom and gloom” -Vs- “We will just buy real estate…[Read more]

]]> 80353cd31f7f7f886999d41ce4888e70 jtw replied to the topic Real Estate Agents Commission? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382090-real-estate-agents-commission/#post-4528737 Wed, 07 Sep 2005 22:11:37 +0000 Hey Batts,
There is a pretty set amount of commission. I have never had an agent vary it for me. The good agents earn thier money. The best way to work out the recommended commission rate for QLD is 2.5% plus $450. This is because the first $18 000 is rated at 5% balance at 2.5%. The best I manage to squeeze out of an agent is free advertising…[Read more]

]]> 46467f624e3e79e382c9d42b35cd641a jtw replied to the topic Determining the market cycle? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381839-determining-the-market-cycle/page/2/#post-4527297 Wed, 07 Sep 2005 22:03:17 +0000 My reply to:
Dear JTW,

1. Interesting post and theory.

2. Can your please further clarify on your hypothesis regarding the 4.1 average earnings limit as the recommended market exit price and its correlation with the banks’present l;ending criteria of 30% income.

3. Are there sufficient statistical data to confirm/disconfirm your hypothesis to…[Read more]

]]> eb2e6e53d9b0ccc082da6caab6f7f5b4 jtw replied to the topic Gold Coast Hot Spots?? in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381970-gold-coast-hot-spots/#post-4528109 Thu, 01 Sep 2005 02:04:51 +0000 Batts71,
You probably need to jump on the internet and order a couple of very important Govt documents.

1. South East regional plan (state govt, Dept Natural resources)

2. Gold Coast City Councils Strategic development plan.

Both Documents will cost about $250 AUD each. The come with maps and lengthy written explanations. After reading them you…[Read more]

]]> cd2f5ac00fc4d0fa51a4cc8614a6cb29 jtw replied to the topic Gold Coast Hot Spots?? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381970-gold-coast-hot-spots/#post-4528107 Wed, 31 Aug 2005 21:12:59 +0000 I am going to the Gold Coast over the weekend and I will check it out for you. I believe that a definite cooling effect has been felt over the coast and it wasn’t winter. A bit of bad press recently about Gold Coast units, sharks selling off the plan making false predictions on returns etc. This always seems to be the indicator of the market…[Read more]

]]> cb7203d7478ce49d677051de58a8d2e4 jtw replied to the topic Determining the market cycle? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381839-determining-the-market-cycle/#post-4527290 Wed, 31 Aug 2005 06:02:29 +0000 Folks,
Here is another way to look at the current state of play. The major factor is that we have had a good run over the last few years. Hopefully you made some capital gain too. The underlying factors that push the market upwards are :
1. Supply and demand
2. affordability
3. confidence
There are other factor that help or hinder the market…[Read more]

]]> 326a8604122c3be6f3d9d1917c9ea900 jtw replied to the topic new kid in town in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381923-new-kid-in-town/#post-4527778 Wed, 31 Aug 2005 04:50:43 +0000 I was going to do some more research of this tennant thing, I would hate to buy it then have it sit idle for ages.

In reply to Munji, yer I was planning on financing 100% and based my assumption on 7%pa interest only. I already have a line of credit to cover that amount. I am not sure what i need to do to ensure tax compliance. Commercial seems…[Read more]

]]> caf54e3dc2490236d08a5b26599d1ea5 jtw replied to the topic Investing in Self Storage in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381930-investing-in-self-storage/#post-4527820 Tue, 30 Aug 2005 08:54:33 +0000 sorry but that is about as much as I know. He has had it about 3-4 years. paid about $400k for 39spaces varying in size, included some crap looking land(125k?). he nets 30-35k after all expenses. He told me his net was about 60% after everything he can legally and questionably claim.
Unit rent varies from area to area so I don’t know how much this…[Read more]

]]> 94c769c2ae432f4a9ae9d51dca646fd2 jtw replied to the topic Investing in Self Storage in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381930-investing-in-self-storage/#post-4527818 Tue, 30 Aug 2005 06:06:34 +0000 Luke,
my friend is an independent. He runs the rental through a normal RE property manager. The facility is up at Redcliffe in QLD. Has a very high rental occupancy.If he needs to fill a space he just runs a 1 liner in the local rag. He had them built and that is why I know about the Tilt up construction part. I believe the big factor is location.…[Read more]

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