https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/misty1/activity/ Activity feed for Misty1. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:38:16 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 1a22c72304af71f381abfad67183dc12 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401349-does-this-forum-allow-me-to-place-a-post-about-a-property-i-have-for-sale/#post-4632765 Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:14:38 +0000 Thanks to everyone.

]]> c9e601c28980f8f6881c302a3a032eba https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401349-does-this-forum-allow-me-to-place-a-post-about-a-property-i-have-for-sale/#post-4632761 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:43:29 +0000 I must say, I am truly astounded no one has anwered my simple qu of whether or not I can talk about a house I have for sale on this website!  ????????

]]> 2c0692fcce4e83d0887fc1d27ba7a03f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392094-worst-property-mistake-ever/#post-4581597 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 04:51:12 +0000 My biggest mistake list is way too big for here!!    But a fairly consistant one is not trusting my judgement and not INSISTING that when I DO know best to INSIST that those working with/for me must abide. This includes:* Not insisting rents paid on time/ homes are cleaned up/ etc* That tradies do WHAT I WANT, not what they want* That st…[Read more]

]]> 270f234a22237c8581fa54ebd6203410 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392095-is-there-still-a-way-to-send-pm/#post-4581613 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 04:33:47 +0000 Cheers Elka! 

]]> ffa1ae87c297176a33748358ff0e5167 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392027-to-registered-builders-pls/#post-4581191 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 02:58:31 +0000 Thanks Pete. Any other suggestion too?

]]> 5e330b48166db19de6eab5b0aaa7aec2 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392091-what-determines-what-is-a-commercial-property/#post-4581578 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 02:56:25 +0000 Okay……so what if its a business zone, but it will be used for residential (units) development? Then, if that's how banks view it, how come for a res 1 zone unit site I have been told I may get a commercial loan??Then, how does insurers ascertain if one is working on a residential or commercial site? As I gather this will affect insurance…[Read more]

]]> 35b586571152050bde32764b8d0579e4 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392086-chan-and-naylor-accountants/#post-4581516 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 02:47:47 +0000 Easier said than done to "find someone you trust and deal with them". I would rather propose:Always be aware of what you are putting your money into. Investigate, ask qu's (that's why this forum is so fantastic), go to seminars, read books, ask…ask…ask….One can NEVER be sure if who they are dealing with is REALLY trustworthy. It's the truth,…[Read more]

]]> a64e17cee1c779e658edf23a62002893 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392027-to-registered-builders-pls/#post-4581189 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 01:05:05 +0000 Thanks for comments everyone. Can anyone suggest which lenders may offer a reg'd builder an loan under these conditions (Ie as an "owner builder"? ) Would also like to know if any builders can recommend any lenders that offer lo or no doc commercial loans for units/specs/commercial ?? Thanks.

]]> 2322bca90d3766c52874bd5eaa5b8c74 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392029-what-to-do-when-council-planners-dont-agree/#post-4581195 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:03:14 +0000 Great tips guys. Cheers.

]]> 3b4acd9caf7c4a09e51fab5cc8e6bf6c https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391914-do-re-agents-treat-investors-and-would-be-home-owners-differently/#post-4580506 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 03:04:47 +0000 It's a double edged sword! Damned if you say it's for your PPOR and expect to be given the "shpeel"  you really dont need/want to hear, and you may be treated like an inexperienced baboon, or go for the "power" approach as in investor and expect the price will be raised and with less chance to negotiate than if you were claiming it as PPOR.But,…[Read more]

]]> 54094fe27535c9e47bef07d81d8edc22 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392017-finance-for-regd-builders/#post-4581141 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 02:43:50 +0000 Hmmmm…………. I do hear what you're saying…………I just think there must be another way builders are financing their own projects without it being classified as an "owner build", as the regs for OB is only ONE dwelling every three years! It just doesnt add up. I will pose this qu to the builders on "general" forum and see if any…[Read more]

]]> 0f287ab8b40835808208bb8e5c04775a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392017-finance-for-regd-builders/#post-4581139 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 12:59:23 +0000 Also………. then if banks view a builder building on their own land to sell for profit, but banks consider it owner building, then what does the ATO consider it as??         I am sure they would view it as "business" and tax it accordingly!

]]> 817db856c2be76ad148f636ec4053c2f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392017-finance-for-regd-builders/#post-4581138 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 12:03:28 +0000 I just dont get it, sorry.      This just doesnt sit right with me. I need more info pls.How can builders buy land developments, in their own company's name,  and build multi dwellings then, if banks will only consider it an owner build??? As an owner builder you can only build one dwelling per 3 years, and only then if it's "intention" is to us…[Read more]

]]> 0da5d8544a91642d0e51e7e8023b8c95 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391904-can-a-property-be-paid-for-by-anyones-funds/#post-4580445 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:01:10 +0000 Thanks guys. 

]]> 6c4b8c5d612fc9b0574a21dd45bc9244 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391748-does-it-really-matter-so-such-to-pay-for-an-ip-expense-from-a-personal-account-instead-of-a-co-account/#post-4579124 Sat, 29 Dec 2007 10:35:30 +0000 thanks. problems sorted.

]]> c4261c91fca4d87ab2df985367afe786 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390980-first-meeting-of-renovators-who-are-not-tradies-anonymous/#post-4575008 Tue, 09 Oct 2007 12:54:42 +0000 Laughed so much I nearly cried!…..Okay, okay, yes I think I am eligible, as a non-tradie renovator, although I hope to leave this club one day and be qual'd…just so I can charge more for doing the same darstedly deeds! Here's a few that I refuse to lay claim to, on the grounds I may incriminate myself….1) Poking spak into the wood rot holes…[Read more]

]]> e8a35f0cc6cfb7feee51aebae6c95062 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390899-maths-qu-for-any-geeks-out-there/#post-4574629 Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:41:11 +0000 Thanks everyone. It's funny, I've asked 3 "whizzes" today, and all 3 had a different opinion…….

]]> cca826dd975ac9c70d9120edd3edca4c https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390901-has-anyone-owner-built-then-sold-it/#post-4574632 Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:36:14 +0000 Hi Terry, I am in Vic and know I can build every 3, but I am wondering if there is any reason I wouldnt be allowed to SELL immediatley after building, and NOT having moved in myself. Thanks.

]]> 5943ce01638f9626847c4072c5fb6dd7 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390902-illegal-monkey-bikes-on-your-property/#post-4574642 Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:32:23 +0000 Great reply beaniemonster! I am with you, and appreciate the constructive reply. I hadnt considered council.  If they are inconsiderate enough to ride in a suburban yard regulary, and for hours at a time, knowing dam well their bike is illegal and that they are the ONLY ones around making noise,  (all neighbours are elderly by the way) , then t…[Read more]

]]> cb94c7bf8fff9e63c2c46eda2bb1bd9a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390902-illegal-monkey-bikes-on-your-property/#post-4574634 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 15:17:16 +0000 Police have been notified about 5 times. Never came out once.  It's logical that would be the 1st thing I would try!

]]> f020580343817d16fa9c9943ace6deb0 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390704-sick-of-greedy-plumbers-electricians/page/3/#post-4573546 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 14:28:33 +0000 There are services and books avail (eg: "estimators" and "estimation books such as Rawlinsons guide") that are current, and provide the set / standard rates for all trades ervices and materials. I too have had a gut full of rip-off merchants, but not just tradies. So, the best way to get even is to eduacate yourself (with such info as provided…[Read more]

]]> 08cb1b7b2ea71c178183b5eee1544cce https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4388193-site-speed-can-anything-be-done/#post-4561137 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 14:04:23 +0000 Yes……painfully slow! I just discovered this post while trying to work out WHY?? Can't something be done to fix this?? I find the "new" emoticons exceptionally painful to wait for to load, and as a result dont want to use them any more either.Any comments from Steve???

]]> 5003afa39a72bfd526c883daa92bac1a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390686-buying-backyards/#post-4573410 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:58:56 +0000 A suggestion may be to call up the companies that actually do this (I have seen them advertised) and pick their brains. Maybe pretend you are a home owner to see how they would go about trying to convince you to sell yours, then apply the same strategies! Good luck. There's obviously money to be made.

]]> 0714d9712c108ab39efad6ff5956e3c4 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390592-when-is-the-actual-date-of-the-day-of-sale/#post-4572863 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:53:07 +0000 Thanks for answers! I hope this helps others.

]]> 66377252bfc06ccfb1ea73546134bff4 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390702-does-council-accept-the-size-of-the-property-with-or-without-the-eaves/#post-4573483 Wed, 05 Sep 2007 11:14:26 +0000 No, am trying to work out just how tight-a-fit  it would be to get 2 units on a small block. Council says min. 40m2 private space required, which makes it a very tight fit.

]]> 659c2bae1bbbf4b7582134419cf330a2 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390631-putting-an-offer-for-an-ip-before-sections-32-is-available/#post-4573037 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 12:10:29 +0000 I personally think you would be crazy to commit yourself to a property priot to viewing and getting legal advice on a S32. They can hold info that may make the deal completely worthless, and you , broke! Such as: restrictive covenants, land title and alignment/ fenceline issues, etc,etc. Dont do it.

]]> 524c1e74c04ace14803ef51b76dbf18a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390656-how-can-builders-advertise-houses-as-bigger-than-they-are/#post-4573281 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 11:26:55 +0000 Hey! Thanks Mackar! I have asked several BUILDERS this question, and they didn't know!

]]> d1cfede7debc1203d6909c714760683e https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390592-when-is-the-actual-date-of-the-day-of-sale/#post-4572857 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 14:34:40 +0000 Hi Terry, thanks for that. So, does that mean that if the purchaser dates it when they sign it, then it goes to vendor, and they sign it, say a week later, then the date of sale will be the date vendor has signed it??

]]> 0e6f4ac72637154bea76f5bbf321d9dd https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390362-dimesions-for-a-130-square-metres-dwelling/#post-4571559 Thu, 02 Aug 2007 11:05:31 +0000 Thanks Jon! A nice easy formula for something that's been bugging me for ages.  Can I ask another that perhaps you, or anyone nmay know:  Is there a set formula for how to know how much "private space" there needs to be between units on a certain sized alotment, with certain sized units? Eg: on a 700 sq block, how much private space (mts) would I…[Read more]

]]> f42285fb2fa06a0ee84d77ee230a5e43 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4388002-frankston-anyone/page/2/#post-4560327 Mon, 30 Jul 2007 18:18:25 +0000 I believe this area is going to have a great "boom" in the future and have invested in the area too. I liken the area to the new "St.Kilda", and we all know how that changed. It went from scums-ville to multi-million dollar proerties over about a 20yr period.My research shows fierce competition for proerties in the area, with nothing remaining on…[Read more]

]]> e2d58a45c8480764fe20fafc20069ba6 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390131-onselling-a-contract-for-profit/#post-4570327 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 16:30:01 +0000 After thought: Are we not able to send private messages to each other now like we used to be able to? Cos I'd really like to contact you Hutch to ask you more on this subject!

]]> 689c171ee3b92a849aeb2a894a8b38bc https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390131-onselling-a-contract-for-profit/#post-4570326 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 16:28:12 +0000 Hey Hutch, what brilliant suggestions. I am a bit confused though…. can you pls clarify this:Can you purchase and onsell a house and land package??  Ie: I buy the land on an option, and onsell it without incurring stamp duty on the full price after build?? Or, is there some way you may know of (or anyone) to avoid paying the full stamp duty, if…[Read more]

]]> 5431b6d188d990d91961ec8603cdc4fd https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390270-domestic-builders-licence-questions/#post-4571014 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:57:45 +0000 Vic. Does that make a difference in the test??

]]> a6f7b60cdd87b0b62319c2640933d289 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389353-burn-down-your-house-to-save-costs-on-demolition-and-use-insurance-money-to-subdividerebuild/#post-4566601 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 14:18:11 +0000 Maybe send a letter to the owners letting them somehow (or blatantly?) telling them of your concerns, & that if anything should happen, you will inform the police of your suspicions. This might scare the crap out of them enough to not consider it, if they were in the 1st place.

]]> 100552702cbbee257db82fe94b5682b1 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389294-my-solicitor-wants-me-to-release-the-deposit-120-days-before-settlement/#post-4566235 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:53:08 +0000 Hey, make sure you DEMAND the interest  that your solicitor would have acrued from the deposit he was holding in HIS trust account. Might not be much, but it sounds like doesnt deserve a damned cent from you. Can you tell us who it is so we can all avoid him like the plague? ( are names allowed to be named on the forum???)

]]> d89262f118febd51f4f70e4916fd7116 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389300-form-208/#post-4566265 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:46:22 +0000 Here to help, tell bad jokes and generally annoy people – not in any particular order.Hilarious Marc! I love it…am going to use that as my new motto in life!

]]> 6b4a0662068cd46d46fb4f2c92fe0070 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389309-neighbours-seeking-compensation/#post-4566336 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:42:54 +0000 wow! What a nightmare you poor thing! My heart goes out to your poor folks. I have been forced to have to pay a compulsary road levy before, but only about $3k, that was bad enough.The worst thing was, that originally there were already sealed roads, then the dev't co tore them up & refused to re-build them. So, the saga went on for many years,…[Read more]

]]> 8338b558d7b78149a5ae4ec4b7915f4f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389163-owner-builder-qus-pls/#post-4565559 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:17:58 +0000 Oh….after thought:  I have been told a registered builder needs to also have a certain amount kept in the bank to maintain their licence. Is this true? If so, how much, & why, pls? Is this so if they are sued this will be (meant to be, but probably wouldnt) to go towards that? Thanks!

]]> 6966eb6cd660829ba5d4617227508129 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389163-owner-builder-qus-pls/#post-4565558 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:14:49 +0000 Thanks again Luke! I appreciate your informative reply.

]]> 8a65ed475d70a6fb2f5a05e3e66c70ef https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389237-driveway-estimate/#post-4565985 Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:12:40 +0000 Hey, thanks Luke. Where are you based ? I need a builder!

]]> 7ddd1e11c5607c7e19902faac1800459 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389237-driveway-estimate/#post-4565983 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 16:50:48 +0000 thanks Bren. It makes me wonder though: why would it be more expensive in Melb? Just a higher mark up for profit? Or not as accessible as Central vic?

]]> e483952f90f2920e3ee9553c5a877e16 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389163-owner-builder-qus-pls/#post-4565554 Fri, 06 Apr 2007 01:19:25 +0000 Sorry, but you didnt even answer one question.

]]> 89cc4b9b19ffae5850a5403ff8895bfb https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389142-lenders-ok-with-construction-of-3-dwellings-on-residential-rates/#post-4565421 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 23:50:28 +0000  I believe the "secret" is to claim your "INTENTIONS" are to keep/rent the properties, not sell them. That should help.

]]> e945c9abb7d68917ba8c212c0fb7847e https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386111-accountants-i-feel-somewhat-ripped-off/#post-4551421 Thu, 10 Aug 2006 18:00:35 +0000 Bear in mind guys we are not comparing “apples with apples” when comparing H&R block with fully qual’d accountants. I had a (1 & only) experience with the “just-out-of-accounting-school” H&R mob: the 20-or-so-ish year old had absolutely no idea about investing, terminology, tax strategies & didnt even know what full entitlements & deductions a…[Read more]

]]> 082b3ec3fbea1c49feccd0c37b33051d https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385442-tracking-deposit-tax-deductibility/#post-4547197 Wed, 17 May 2006 18:06:30 +0000 Also make sure the person you borrow off then claims any interest earned off you as income. Or the big bad tax man might get you[fear]

]]> 19d1c039e9aec437ab1edc43be4da100 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385511-back-out-clause-before-settlement/#post-4547535 Wed, 17 May 2006 18:00:42 +0000 I wonder…..if you can add ” or nominee”, would that mean you could on-sell it before settlement to anyone??
I am thinking this may be a great way to avoid a double stamp duty if you can quickly find a new buyer (eg as in a flip, or rejuv job)

]]> 732d0fb5d3cd1863bde796cbe4946ade https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385485-what-trust-has-to-hold-deposits/#post-4547415 Wed, 17 May 2006 17:48:25 +0000 I am even more confused now! [confused2]
I have had many conflicting opinions on this. Someone just told me they heard it is a legal req’ment deposits be held in agents trust, but that now interest goes to Gov’t!!
Also, the agent tells me by using a “section 27” I can access the full deposit, as the buyer has agreed to it. Does anyone know…[Read more]

]]> 4a01a7181e59c12a4b1148bf1ad5f220 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385446-finding-investment-properties/#post-4547225 Sun, 14 May 2006 18:09:24 +0000 What area/ state?
There may be some in the forum (even myself) that may be interested in “hunting” for you for a spotters fee

]]> e5259dd4ab1ca05390482fd83ada165d https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385379-110-or-more-finance-how/#post-4546907 Mon, 08 May 2006 11:32:05 +0000 Cool suggestion![suave]

]]> 96bbc87429c595176a2d13c52e306528 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385374-lomas-adds-to-structuring-confusion/#post-4546880 Sun, 07 May 2006 20:05:24 +0000 nothing to do with your question…but just have to say “hear ye! Hear ye!” to your comments Stuart on what “should” happen to a lowly thief. Had a good ol’ laugh at that.[biggrin] Although I dont think too many thieves would live to actually get to court, if they were caught…..[biggrin]

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