Hi

I’m PMing you with a few recommendations in Qld, NSW and Vic. You won’t do better than Richard (Qlds007) in Brisbane for wrap advice, contacts etc.

Cheers
Greg F

Originally posted by grae1:
“The greatest obstacle to discovering the shape of the earth, the continents and the oceans, was not ignorance, it was the illusion of knowledge.”
– Daniel Boorstin

Hi Grae1

Congratulations on putting one of the most uplifting, inspiring quotes I’ve seen in a long time in as your signature.

I think we could do worst…[Read more]

Originally posted by Qlds007:
Mhhh the excitement of rubbing my hands with glee. Cheers Richard

Hi Richard

It’s got me pretty excited too! But you, better than most of us on this forum, know that the name of the game is to put your reading / expertise / experiences / contacts to use, and just “do it!” [cigar]

It’s all about subtle details,…[Read more]

Originally posted by Monopoly:No problem Dave, Again, size is not always the main issue, although the more populated the better, so at a guess I would assume minimum 3000 (if anyone out there has IPs in towns less than this please feel free to correct me). It is really more about INFRASTRUCTURE because without it, regardless of how many people…[Read more]

Originally posted by The Mortgage Adviser:While you are calling the lenders, why not call your phone company for a present and your electricity provider for another one? Maybe your health or life insurer might kick in as well. All I got was some crappy computer generated 10cent Christmas Cards from them.

Hi Robert and Sonja

LOVE IT, Robert.…[Read more]

Originally posted by Monopoly:Hi Greg, I was fairly certain that the links weren’t going to lead you to any information you didn’t already have at your disposal. As a teacher and investor I am confident, you would have done your homework and researched the topic thoroughly (exhaustively in fact).[biggrin] Which leads me to the main reason for…[Read more]

Originally posted by femaleage20:Is it esentiall to have Landlords insurance?

Hi 20 year old

I’m focusing on the part of your post where you ask if it’s essential to have Landlord’s Insurance. I posted a question on the same topic which ran for a couple of months, and generated a number of excellent replies on this question. Visit the replies…[Read more]

Originally posted by Monopoly:Hi Greg,
Try these links, they may be of interest:
http://www.qld.liberal.org.au/default.cfm?action=media_d&ID=252
in particular select “View all documents” as there is a recent update on this dated 23 December entitled “Government silent as regional plan boss…[Read more]

Originally posted by brahms:
it sort of looks like the state government is tiring of supporting infrastructure investment into further urban sprawl. Sounds good to me, just have to convince ‘can do’ and the team in the bcc. Cheers brahms Mortgage Broker

Hi Brahms

I think the Qld state government is:
1. Genuinely trying to address legitimate…[Read more]

Originally posted by DNL:
Greg – cheers Yep – I suppose I had already decided to offer low. I’ve got nothing to lose and it can only work!! Regards and thanks for those other examples. David

Hi David

You said the vendor was happy to allow a 90 day settlement. If he “locks in” on price, try negotiating on terms (early access to set up/operate…[Read more]

Originally posted by DNL:
Greg – Just another question for you. You indicate that you offered the asking for your commercial property. The property I am looking at has been on the market for three months. On initial enquiry, the vendor has agreed to a 90 days settlement – but as yet, I haven’t offered an amount until the initial inspections are…[Read more]

Originally posted by vyvyen:
Bummer, aussie valuer does not cover western australia – will continue searching the net as valuer generals department was of no help. thanks again Vyvyen

Hi Vyvyen

Aussie Valuer is such a great site, but doesn’t cover WA? How about:
1. You copy/paste this entire thread to a blank email form
2. Email it to Aussie…[Read more]

Originally posted by The Mortgage Adviser:I loved ‘The Young Ones’. I was shattered when it went off the TV. Vyv, you might have some trouble with security types. They are not considered favourable when they are so big and so far from Metropolitan or Regional centres. More deposit will be needed and/or possibly higher interest rates. Robert…[Read more]

Originally posted by DNL:
I am considering a commercial venture. Approximately spending around $200K ex GST and purchase costs. What are the traps? [blink]

Hi DNL

I can’t believe no one’s answered you on this yet?
Try this:
~ Click “Forum Boards” “Search” in top LHS of this site’s home page to look for all posts on “Commercial”
~ Do a similar…[Read more]

Originally posted by FW:
Well, all I can say is that if a RE agent showed you another person’s offer, I’d seriously have to question their commitment to the privacy legislation! Keep smiling Felicity

Hi Aafreen

I’m with Felicity (above) on this one in questioning the agents commitment to privacy legislation. As I was reading the posts on…[Read more]

Originally posted by vyvyen:
….Would it be too embarrasing to offer a huge amount less????? Thanks Vyvyen

Hi Vyvyen

Love how you spell your name!! How do you pronounce it (starting with an “Eve” or a “Why”)?

My tip is to gear up mentally to optimise your success in this game:
~ Spend the money and read quality books on negotiating skills…[Read more]

Originally posted by Brisbane 04:I thought she was acting in my best interests and she justified it as she could forwrad the file to him directly,now I’m thinking it maybe for different reasons. Martin

Hi Martin

Success as a property investor revolves around building a powerful team of advisors who are +CF savvy.

Since you’re on the verge of…[Read more]

Originally posted by Scremin:
“Eventually his immense size was just too much for his heart, and Andre the Giant died in Paris, France in his hotel room on January 27, 1993.” Poor ol’ Andre the Giant has been laid to rest… His giantism got too much for his heart. Poor ol thing…[inlove][inlove]

Hi Scremin

That’s so, so sad about Andre the…[Read more]

Originally posted by Monopoly:

Quote:
Yes I know the program well!!![biggrin] I am humbled by your presence!!! [thumbsupanim]Jo

Hi Jo

I’ve tried for the past 25 years to get my lovely wife Niki to be “humbled by my presence” like you are, and guess what? She just thinks I’m like most men, good for a couple of laughs!!…[Read more]

Originally posted by femaleage20:I’m curious to know what I’ll gain from seminar that I haven’t already gained from Steve’s books.

Hi again

To newbies, seminars are all about:
1. Getting the information
2. Meeting like-minded people

To experienced investors, who also love to keep learning new information, they’re more about the networking. A…[Read more]