Hey Crest,

That’s okay; as I said, I respect your decision and applaud your empathy in extending a helping hand to another, especially during such an emotionally challenging ordeal.

I hope Mike does get back to you, if for no other reason, but for a little bit of extra support, which can never go astray at such times.

Cheers,

Jo

Hi Bennido,

You might like to move your link into a new thread and/or ask Kay if she might consider editing her thread title to reflect your addition, otherwise it runs the risk of getting lost. As it is also an interesting article, you don’t want it overlooked by people simply because they may not be aware that is contained within Kay’s SA…[Read more]

Originally posted by zen:
I will rent somewhere since I don’t want to pay $800-$900 a week rent that I will think it will cost me if I rent back from the buyer.

Is this the going rental rate for homes in your area and of the callibre of home in which you live??? You may find that the new owner is grateful to have you (the former owner) as a…[Read more]

Hi Colio,

Firstly, I have to apologise as I did not read your post at length as it read like another plug for Richmastery, which BTW I do not have an issue with that; I just figured it was you going (as you say) into “bat” for them and left it at that!!!

I periodically receive a newsletter from Richmastery with their “hot deals” but sadly (or…[Read more]

Hi Westan,

Yes you’re right that is true!!!

There are quite a few +CF property options such as the one I have mentioned above in place like Ouyen, but for me personally, these “if’s” are just a bit too risky for me; my pace-maker wouldn’t last the distance!!![lmao]

Jo

Hello again Glen,

Although I have not read Steve’s book (boo shame I hear you say!!!) I do believe he cleaned out Ballarat and Geelong of (pretty much) all it’s +CF properties; he played it very smart our Steve!!!

As many here have said, yes there are still such properties but they will be further out, maybe even as far out as you referred i.e.…[Read more]

Hmmm….spelling and grammar, that makes sense, I spell “site unseen” like a few others in here, guess I/we must be one and the same!!!!

Maybe I/we might need therapy; multiple personalities and all [rolleyes4][rolleyes5][rolleyes3] Shhh Mary, stop it Rachel, how many times do I have to tell you Lisa???? [tongue]

As for the IP address thingy,…[Read more]

That’s the spirit Glen!!!!

As long as you are willing to put in the “hard yards” do your due diligence, I think you will do fine; it may take a bit of time, but doing your homework will ensure that you have thoroughly checked out your options before signing on the dotted line!!!

As for the “+CF” or “11 second” type question, oh yeah, that gets…[Read more]

Hi Glen,

Welcome to the forum!!!

I don’t think you will find too many properties fitting into the 11 second calculation in either Geelong or Ballarat, maybe some might come close, but generally, I don’t like your chances. You may need to look further out.

But as they say “never say never” so no harm in keeping your eyes/ears open; you may get…[Read more]

Hi Alf,

Call me optimistic (or maybe just “old school”) but IMO property will ALWAYS grow, perhaps not in the short term, and true, it may have NIL growth for a while, but in the long term, it is bound to see an upward climb.

The real issue for most people is “time”; how long will it take to recoupe their money, and even more to the point, when…[Read more]

Hi djones,

In answer to your question re the relevance of Capital Improved Value (CIV), I’d like to ask you, in relation to what??? Market value??? NONE; IMO there is no comparison; every council values properties (sites) within its jurisdiction differently, and these can vary extremely from one suburb to the next. I would not base any…[Read more]

Hi Timan,

Although I agree with many of the posts here, I tend to agree moreso with Richmond; drop the rent.

By all means, discuss the feedback following inspections with your PM, and of course review the advertising campaign – this may all that is needed to find out what is not working. But at the end of the day, everyone loves a bargain, and…[Read more]

Hi Terry,

Yes I agree, which is why I originally asked Mike how long ago his mother had acquired the property, but it seems “The Crest” may have handled the query off air, as he feels it may be too painful to deal with publicly, and having gone through it recently I am sure he can speak from experience (BTW Crest, I too have dealt with the same…[Read more]

[whistle] Female, married, and no “member” to speak of!!!!! [laugh4][laugh4][laugh4]

Ouch Jaffa, [wacko]

That would have been quite painful; hope you got your money back!!!

And no, I don’t think you’re being paranoid at all; you’re proof that the net is not the “safe haven” so many see it as, and as such putting even the simplest identifiable details on a public forum can lead to problems.

I personally am grateful for you…[Read more]

Hi Amber,

Welcome to the forum!!!

Firstly, try http://www.realestate.com.au and select up to 200K as your max, then see where and what is on offer. When you find something you like, delve a bit deeper, search the net, pick up the phone and call the REAs, try http://www.domain.com.au or http://www.reports.rpdata.com.au and check out the suburb snapshot / area report…[Read more]

Onya Sonja, [thumbsupanim]

You’re just the best!!!!

Hi Acey, [medieval]

Thank you for the link; it outlines banking institution selection, comparison and change processes clearly and simply. [thumbsupanim]

Cheers,

Jo

Welcome Back PG, [lmao]

Don’t speak too soon; reckon they’ll have you producing offspring next!!!! [laugh4][laugh4]

Cheers,

Jo

Hey Bennido,

Look at this way; education isn’t free, and so really IMO any refund/deduction is better than nothing!!!

Jo