PropertyInvesting.com | Scottsdale | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/scottsdale/activity/ Activity feed for Scottsdale. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:20:55 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 4672b3a1736b26ee431960dcda390651 Scottsdale changed their profile picture https://www.propertyinvesting.com/activity/p/361475/ Mon, 10 Jul 2017 21:39:40 +0000 a23135a5a5b75c821d753269c0a73b8e Scottsdale started the topic FHO PPoR to IP... Questions! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5038016-fho-ppor-to-ip-questions/ Mon, 10 Jul 2017 21:37:33 +0000 Good morning all, long time no posty. Hope you’re all well :)

My partner and I are looking to buy a house with Granny Flat as FHO’s to save on Stamps (and potentially use the 6 Year Rule) but then turn the house part into an IP and live in the GF so we can pay extra into the mortgage/offset.

The one we’re looking at is $750k but we only have…[Read more]

]]> ad2d68ee6e0a7f3f697f1fc3ccd21e68 Scottsdale replied to the topic Buyer Agent Purchase Dream Design Do (DDP) in Logan central-Buyer Beware! in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5032516-buyer-agent-purchase-dream-design-do-ddp-in-logan-central-buyer-beware/#post-5032570 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 06:50:24 +0000 Yes, 100% avoid. Have heard and read many bad things about Zaki Ameer and Dream Design Do. I questioned their figures that they posted on Facebook and was ignored many times. Overstating equity gains by 50% is pretty risky :/

]]> 2203644287624e5882358a4de6e67cf3 Scottsdale replied to the topic Binvested Buyers Agent in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5017903-binvested-buyers-agent/#post-5018073 Fri, 18 Dec 2015 21:29:57 +0000 Be wary is all I can say… have heard stories of their bank valuer guy overvalue properties significantly http://australianpropertyforum.com/topic/10077322/1/ and providing a cookie cutter approach to buying for all their clients. There’s a good few threads on other property forums you could find with a quick Google search ;)

]]> 24a16c328a9fd7fab8f4bec00f7cfb16 Scottsdale replied to the topic Selling Off The Plan apartment before completion in QLD ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5017020-selling-off-the-plan-apartment-before-completion-in-qld/#post-5018072 Fri, 18 Dec 2015 21:12:59 +0000 Wow… this is the exact same situation I’m in too! 1br in FV through Ironfish and only realizing the mistake now… Guessing it’s the Elenberg Fraser/Gurner Flat Iron building.

Due to visa restrictions I can only buy brand new for the next two years and was shown this one as a good option and while it would be better stock than other similar 1br…[Read more]

]]> 770f614bfa6d051dfd001f6a00b2f29a Scottsdale replied to the topic Legal Obligation to Provide Contract? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013140-legal-obligation-to-provide-contract/#post-5013143 Sat, 12 Sep 2015 09:43:22 +0000 Thanks for that, had no luck on Google. While there’s no defined time for VIC REA’s, it pretty much should have happened at the time he signed.

Forgot to mention it was signed it NSW but for a QLD property though guessing it should be similarly worded for either if they have the same Act.

]]> e24d0d119c4018ce98ba599cf76db1ba Scottsdale started the topic Legal Obligation to Provide Contract? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013140-legal-obligation-to-provide-contract/ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 08:29:06 +0000 Just wondering if there’s a legal obligation for the solicitor to provide a copy of the contract within a certain timeframe?

A friend signed the appropriate paperwork and paid the 10% deposit for an Off the Plan about 5 weeks ago but still hasn’t received a full copy of the contract. All he has are copies of what he has signed such as Disclosure…[Read more]

]]> acecd0f0fef433265839425b9fc89376 Scottsdale replied to the topic Last in the street in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013098-last-in-the-street/#post-5013139 Sat, 12 Sep 2015 08:19:54 +0000 If you don’t ask, you won’t know. I’d still go and talk to the owners. Things don’t look to be in your favourite but may get lucky and will never know unless you try. It’s not always about the $$$’s ;)

]]> 363f72d474f179b5847976b61ae73016 Scottsdale replied to the topic Stamp duty in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013095-stamp-duty-31/#post-5013111 Fri, 11 Sep 2015 09:58:06 +0000 The amount of stamp duty you are required to pay is assessed on the purchase price or the market value of the property at the date of settlement, whichever is the greater.

https://www.revenuesa.sa.gov.au/generic-pages/i-am-a-property-ownerbuyer

]]> 81f8e609bb277de1d7a4696fd17f7912 Scottsdale replied to the topic Asset Protection in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5011635-asset-protection-8/#post-5012679 Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:24:23 +0000 Good start with taking out house and landlord insurance. I hope you went with the most comprehensive options… With your house insurance make sure it covers ‘uninvited guests’. Income protection insurance would also be a good idea, especially if you’re negatively geared.

Depending on the level of protection you want it would be worthwhile…[Read more]

]]> e1036ba27b4d3981e942db967d73f540 Scottsdale replied to the topic Introduction in the forum Commercial Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012656-introduction-5/#post-5012677 Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:13:25 +0000 Welcome :)

What’s your background and investing goals?

]]> 323043821add93ee9f7ffcba0a9d7853 Scottsdale replied to the topic $10K mentoring program in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012338-10k-mentoring-program/#post-5012671 Mon, 31 Aug 2015 23:05:24 +0000 HCK has been around for a while and would put her in the same camp as Margaret Lomas

As mentioned above, all the information is widely available at a fraction of the cost but where I think it would be beneficial paying such a pretty penny would be for the consistent motivation and being held accountable. But if you’re motivated enough yourself…[Read more]

]]> bb4dccbd4a4fe693e191eaeb1a3a61e0 Scottsdale replied to the topic Borrowing Extra as a Buffer in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012572-borrowing-extra-as-a-buffer/#post-5012643 Mon, 31 Aug 2015 08:39:19 +0000 Thanks for the replies. Must have misunderstood what the speaker was saying as it did sound pretty good but at least it is possible as long as the valuation comes in higher than the contract price. I’ll keep the fingers crossed for the next three years :D

Where was that OTP Richard?

]]> a4826a8be28512f5be3f571a721c4e56 Scottsdale replied to the topic Buying Property/Holding property during a recession in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012336-buying-propertyholding-property-during-a-recession/#post-5012641 Mon, 31 Aug 2015 08:31:28 +0000 The risks for someone like you who is highly geared are very high irregardless of how the economy is going. Have you looked into a ‘worst case scenario’ exit strategy and reducing or adjusting your level of exposure? An exit plan is just as important as every other stage.

No idea what it was in Auckland but I remember reading that the Sydney…[Read more]

]]> eb25ee9fa7d53ca1f20e5af59b81f313 Scottsdale replied to the topic Buying Property/Holding property during a recession in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012336-buying-propertyholding-property-during-a-recession/#post-5012641 Mon, 31 Aug 2015 08:31:28 +0000 The risks for someone like you who is highly geared are very high irregardless of how the economy is going. Have you looked into a ‘worst case scenario’ exit strategy and reducing or adjusting your level of exposure? An exit plan is just as important as every other stage.

No idea what it was in Auckland but I remember reading that the Sydney…[Read more]

]]> 6e2e25430e418f978c34dcf214bad122 Scottsdale replied to the topic Borrowing Extra as a Buffer in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012572-borrowing-extra-as-a-buffer/#post-5012582 Sun, 30 Aug 2015 14:19:20 +0000 Buying for $410k and deposit was 10% but as its Off the Plan due for completion in 3 years I plan to have at least another 15% saved. Is asking for more solely to act as a buffer not possible?

No PPoR so no mixing of the purpose of the loan. Tax deductible while simultaneously paying down the interest… Very nice!

]]> 0709519ae30a02ac82c48270deaa6787 Scottsdale started the topic Borrowing Extra as a Buffer in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012572-borrowing-extra-as-a-buffer/ Sun, 30 Aug 2015 09:33:58 +0000 For my first IP I’ll need to borrow $425k but was thinking if I borrowed $500k I’d then have a $75k buffer sitting in the offset just in case. Rough calculations estimate it to be just an extra $50 per week to get this buffer which I think is worth the peace of mind.

Is this fairly common practice among investors (borrowing extra for a buffer)…[Read more]

]]> 499fa340e99ab9c5bf92a97ea60c2dfd Scottsdale started the topic Somersoft Website is Closing Down in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5009106-somersoft-website-is-closing-down/ Sun, 21 Jun 2015 07:50:16 +0000 Didn’t see this posted on here

http://somersoft.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109759

Q: What is happening to somersoft.com
A: It is being archived – the site will become read-only and it will not be possible to post new discussions or reply to existing discussions.

Q: Why archive the site?
A: The costs of operating the site have become…

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]]> 231a61b6e039e0df4d7349224c199471 Scottsdale started the topic Somersoft Website is Closing Down in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5009106-somersoft-website-is-closing-down/ Sun, 21 Jun 2015 07:50:16 +0000 Didn’t see this posted on here

http://somersoft.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109759

Q: What is happening to somersoft.com
A: It is being archived – the site will become read-only and it will not be possible to post new discussions or reply to existing discussions.

Q: Why archive the site?
A: The costs of operating the site have become…

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]]> d737265a73d060933be9e8457c9bd77b Scottsdale replied to the topic MAP sessions with BInvested in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408419-map-sessions-with-binvested/page/2/#post-4683697 Sat, 12 Jan 2013 05:56:07 +0000 I did a MAP session with Nathan some time last year and only have positive things to say about it… well, aside from the fact that the hour went way too fast!

I had a lot of questions prepared beforehand and by the time the session was up, he had answered every single one quite well. Obviously he related to his own personal experience a lot but…[Read more]

]]> e069f3ef6cf2751ebf4f8d9ec5764f04 Scottsdale replied to the topic 11 second solution in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408320-11-second-solution-20/#post-4682888 Sun, 23 Dec 2012 03:26:05 +0000 It is for the most part outdated but it is still possible to find 10%+ yields, just broaden your search. Remember to look at just the numbers and not with your emotions. I think there was a revised version in his second book but can't remember what it was. Have you heard of Nathan Birch? He's still regularly finding properties with fantastic…[Read more]

]]> 8ecf8a26a5135a39c02ebe476acc75e1 Scottsdale replied to the topic What to do with excess $ borrowed? in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406376-what-to-do-with-excess-borrowed/#post-4667973 Sat, 08 Dec 2012 07:48:29 +0000 It was just general advice from the point of view that spare cash that's in an everyday bank account would be better off in an offset that is paying down the principal and saving on interest in the long term. Hence the example I gave about the extra $100 repayments.

Would there be another way to use spare cash that's more tax savvy?

 

]]> 37b1459ed4116a6b66a868e28aeaa65e Scottsdale replied to the topic What to do with excess $ borrowed? in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406376-what-to-do-with-excess-borrowed/#post-4667971 Sat, 08 Dec 2012 07:46:47 +0000 Hi Sundance,

It would definitely be better to pay down the loan as quickly as possible so putting the money straight back into the mortgage is highly recommended. Along with any other spare cash you have. (Paying an extra $100 a week into a 30year mortgage on a $360k property will save 10years and $200k worth of interest!)
Have you set up an…[Read more]

]]> de3fcde6cd604ac7429dd7ffa7414550 Scottsdale replied to the topic Mentor / Property Clubs in Perth in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393158-mentor-property-clubs-in-perth/#post-4586640 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 10:29:41 +0000 Thanks for finding this thread Woga, just moved to Perth and was going to ask the same question.

Momentum are still around (I've conversed with Damien a few times) and http://www.propertyinvestornetwork.com.au is up and running with an address in Palmyra. Try Meetup.com as well for local groups that meet up and discuss all things property related

]]> 0cfde402468796dcce189635cf605f62 Scottsdale replied to the topic Best place to invest cash? in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408123-best-place-to-invest-cash/#post-4681301 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 07:06:11 +0000 This video comes to mind http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HaqwFJj4ZY

Gold fits the bill and should prove to be an excellent buy if you understand (and believe in) the fundamentals of it as an investment. I'm heavy on silver for many more reasons but for portability, hideability etc, gold wins every time. I've bought 5oz of gold (about $8k) with no…[Read more]

]]> 0043d5fddb992d942ada6f3106f541ec Scottsdale replied to the topic 457 Business Visa & IP options in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404088-457-business-visa-ip-options/#post-4650916 Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:09:18 +0000 Thanks Richard, it's quite a relief to know that it's possible as I was unable to apply for the 457 as originally planned.

I'll be looking for a mining job for the cash (along with half the country by the sounds of it!) pretty soon so should be able to obtain at least a $70k+ wage and already have some cash for deposits. No debt or credit cards…[Read more]

]]> e945e2db1d02de3c9b830a67285454a8 Scottsdale replied to the topic 457 Business Visa & IP options in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404088-457-business-visa-ip-options/#post-4650914 Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:53:06 +0000 Strange, was only looking at this thread this morning to see if the OP had followed up with an outcome.

What are the chances like for someone like myself on a 485 visa? Is 90% still a possibility?

Hank, I've always read that the minimum amount of time you should be in a job before applying for a mortgage is at least 6 months. How did you manage…[Read more]

]]> 3a0c2edbcfc06801580494428947974a Scottsdale replied to the topic Shipping container homes in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407084-shipping-container-homes/#post-4673459 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 10:59:46 +0000 Interesting idea indeed. Wonder if the cost of buying, transporting, modifying etc would be worth investigating further. Let us know how you go when you suggest it to council!Here's the NatGeo episode- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A1_PSzhVj0

]]> b4108777f6aebef316de1035d4553f26 Scottsdale replied to the topic Whyalla S.A. in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406874-whyalla-s-a/#post-4671985 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 10:46:03 +0000 Haha fair enough. I was in Adelaide a few months ago and was driven around Elizabeth, Davoren Park etc so have an idea of what you're talking about!

]]> 1d562646b0537fc4bd8eb76c60eb331a Scottsdale replied to the topic Whyalla S.A. in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406874-whyalla-s-a/#post-4671983 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 10:31:35 +0000 Recent API article on potential CG and CF areas highlights Whyalla as a good area to invest. I'd never heard of the area before but it does seem very promising with the Dam construction, hospital, $8bn in future projects etc. The low house median suits me fine to start off investing so will be looking into the area in more detail.@James– what…[Read more]

]]> 8fd69ccc920e1bfdb43aacaf2db4bc79 Scottsdale replied to the topic Asbestos Kit in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406731-asbestos-kit/#post-4671002 Thu, 31 May 2012 07:58:56 +0000 I remember seeing test kits in Dulux a good while ago but the same ones are available online- http://www.australian-asbestos-removal-services.com.au/australian-asbestos-removal-services/asbestos-kits.htm. Seems like a pretty easy process but the sample is sent off to a lab for expert testing and results takes a few days to be returned

]]> 75d8bdd2cf95a7745f4a70bdddca9426 Scottsdale replied to the topic Buying a house with tenants in place in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406374-buying-a-house-with-tenants-in-place/#post-4667956 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:31:39 +0000 If the contract specifies vacant possession then you should be ok. If not, you'll inherit the tenant and lease. As long as they are given an adequate Notice to Vacate there shouldn't be a problem. If they refuse to leave, you can delay settlement until they do vacate. It may take a few weeks but I believe an eviction notice can eventually be…[Read more]

]]> 0eaffce497c44e663d59073353ecdb42 Scottsdale replied to the topic Private Finance/JV partner required for Investment in Mining areas! in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406360-private-financejv-partner-required-for-investment-in-mining-areas/#post-4667847 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:25:06 +0000 Hi Peter,Sorry to hijack your post but wanted to say that's a very impressive profit considering the small population of Wandoan (<500?). I know your strategy isn't buy and hold but out of curiosity, I'm wondering why you sold a property that is in the area of what you know is soon to be one of the largest coal mines this side of the world? Would…[Read more]

]]> 7edec0034966f883cac3ef830ff649e5 Scottsdale replied to the topic Badges, Awards, Points etc. in the forum Site Problems / Feedback https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406211-badges-awards-points-etc/#post-4666510 Sat, 31 Mar 2012 23:32:00 +0000 I was wondering that too as I have 6 'rewards' but no idea what they are!The website definitely feels more interactive with the moving Activity Feed and challenges to be done. I'm just hoping the forums don't get spammed by people posting just for the sake of it as a way to get points and unlock achievements etc.Excellent job on such a smooth…[Read more]

]]> 9f4c71b0b5205429cb53932dbd23f033 Scottsdale replied to the topic Western Sydney - Blacktown or Granville? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406028-western-sydney-blacktown-or-granville/#post-4665155 Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:06:03 +0000 Hi Michael,I've been tracking both suburbs over the last year or so due the their affordability and proximity to the CBD and it seems as though the two are frequently touted as being good investments. Blacktown does indeed receive more attention but I think this may be due to the size difference and number of properties on the market, it has…[Read more]

]]> 7ecbb55fce0b16232a4e9760dbf58656 Scottsdale replied to the topic Question about an article in November's Property Investor magazine in the forum Ah that makes it a bit https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4405125-question-about-an-article-in-novembers-property-investor-magazine/#post-4658473 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 12:20:29 +0000 Ah that makes it a bit clearer, thanks for answering. So it's along the same lines (if not the same thing) as the PAYG Income Tax Witholding variation form which would also help with the CF. Quite handy in some situations I can imagine.Regards,Derek

]]> 213d0b2a465ca10a24141ce37b6d127f Scottsdale replied to the topic Cash gifts, laws and obligations in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404750-cash-gifts-laws-and-obligations/#post-4656057 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:06:28 +0000 Hi guys,Nothing needs to be done if the gift is not related to employment as there's no gift tax in Aus. The ATO uses its 'nexus' rule to determine the relationship between the gift and employment and whether or not it's taxable. Eg, if you were receiving the $25k in $200 in weekly instalments, the ATO may treat this as a source of income and…[Read more]

]]> 3094f85eab0fb7cad02d5065efe4eae8 Scottsdale replied to the topic McKnight Seminar in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404499-mcknight-seminar/#post-4654182 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:21:19 +0000 Hi Toucan,I attended the seminar today and quite enjoyed it. Steve as always did a great job presenting but I felt a lot of the material had been covered in his lectures at the last 3 day conference (which he did admit to to a certain degree) and if you've read all of his books then you probably won't miss out on too much if you don't go. Stuff…[Read more]

]]> cd5ef8824706ae9cc081d0510e72d2cc Scottsdale replied to the topic Advice/suggestions for my planned strategy in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404390-advicesuggestions-for-my-planned-strategy/#post-4653442 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 12:34:10 +0000 Cheers for the replies guys, appreciate the fact you read through all that. Catalyst- I've known for a long time that I didn't want to work for someone else and after reading books by Kiyosaki, McKnight etc, that was reaffirmed. By far the best type of lifestyle. The flip properties are not a definite, just something I'd like to try and see if…[Read more]

]]> 5e06ad356ed953eb58cd69698244b4c7 Scottsdale replied to the topic dateline - chinas property bubble in the forum Thanks for that, all the https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404216-dateline-chinas-property-bubble/#post-4651757 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:35:32 +0000 Thanks for that, all the links work fine.I did read about it briefly a while ago but didn't realize it was actually that bad. All those lower classes living in abject poverty surrounded by empty apartments, crazy!Kind of understand where the Gov is coming from but that is definitely an extreme. Wonder how much worse it will get and what's in store…[Read more]

]]> dede0686e379d4f6c94491e145661b83 Scottsdale replied to the topic dateline - chinas property bubble in the forum Is there a different link to https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404216-dateline-chinas-property-bubble/#post-4651754 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 10:25:50 +0000 Is there a different link to the story? Firefox reports that it's an attack site!What is the current listing status for http://www.sbs.com.au/dateline?

Site is listed as suspicious – visiting this website may harm your computer.Part of this site was listed for suspicious activity 2 time(s) over the past 90 days.

What happened when Google visited this…[Read more]

]]> a915e905fe8d5d5a93f17b42471b550b Scottsdale replied to the topic Capital growth in Sydney in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404141-capital-growth-in-sydney/#post-4651240 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 13:18:38 +0000 Always happy to help a fellow newby and share whatever info I can Interesting you should mention Marrickville, I've been keeping my eye on the area for a while now and think it's a good place to buy, primarily for the reasons you mentioned. It does still have a bit of a stigma attached to it but, like Redfern, is slowly undergoing gentrification…[Read more]

]]> 7a41439c336435c9752b41b2d724b5c1 Scottsdale replied to the topic Starting out in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404147-starting-out-25/#post-4651275 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:35:44 +0000 Good afternoon Hawko, It's great that you're thinking of using the money to invest in property. Personally, I would (and have) put such a large sum of money in a term deposit at the best rate for a year or so and use that time to learn as much as possible about investing in property. There's many books, forums and seminars out there that…[Read more]

]]> e81f34dfc7ac1727f390a59fdc44d7f3 Scottsdale replied to the topic Distressed property for sale: How to find them BEFORE they hit the market? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404143-distressed-property-for-sale-how-to-find-them-before-they-hit-the-market/#post-4651250 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 02:33:22 +0000 A more useful reply…I would suggest getting to know the person in the bank who deals with these. If they know what you're interested, they'll contact you. It's similar to telling the RE agent what you're after and thye call you before the property hits the general market. Although I'm not sure of the legal/ethical aspect of this but I can't see…[Read more]

]]> 37728794bc6ebc272669c0afc177bd53 Scottsdale replied to the topic Capital growth in Sydney in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404141-capital-growth-in-sydney/#post-4651237 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 02:23:50 +0000 Try and find out what past CG in the area has been and compare it with other relatable suburbs. If you can go back as far as 20 years, it would give you a better overall idea of the areas potential. The local council should be able to provide some good information on past performance. An educated buy in a 'well located' area should prove itself…[Read more]

]]> 8a56e680fb4ace576171087444289ea7 Scottsdale replied to the topic Mandatory disclosure when selling and other issues in the forum Hi Wilson, Why were neither https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404140-mandatory-disclosure-when-selling-and-other-issues/#post-4651235 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 07:28:54 +0000 Hi Wilson,Why were neither a building inspection or a pest inspection conducted? They should form the basis of your friends due diligence process. And common sense for that matter. Has he contacted the seller or their agent?Did the seller mention any previous pest treatments? I'm pretty sure anything like that has to be fully disclosed. It could…[Read more]

]]> f37f8bd73f9b9bf5658678d988d7d156 Scottsdale replied to the topic Marty Ayles Development Blueprint - I want to buy yours in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4403957-marty-ayles-development-blueprint-i-want-to-buy-yours/#post-4649990 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 05:57:04 +0000 Hi Dalefro,Any luck getting a copy of Marty's Blueprint? Admin said there's no plans to sell it again any time soon which is a shame as I'd love to learn his methods.Regards,Derek

]]> 11746e406100978dca79d02a77fa2ec6 Scottsdale replied to the topic Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) - a good or bad thing? in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404097-lenders-mortgage-insurance-lmi-a-good-or-bad-thing/#post-4650939 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 04:48:17 +0000 bjsaust, that's a very smart idea alright. Will be implementing it when I start buying as I'm sure it's great to have that 'piece of mind' in the offset. Would you ever use the money for another IP deposit instead or do you prefer a buffer being in place for every property? And if you don't mind me asking, how much do you usually set aside?Jamie,…[Read more]

]]> b7a699a15c76414202c8465fe7885db8 Scottsdale replied to the topic Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) - a good or bad thing? in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404097-lenders-mortgage-insurance-lmi-a-good-or-bad-thing/#post-4650935 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 07:56:51 +0000 Cheers for the post Jamie. Thought it would have received more response considering LMI can be a great tool for increasing your portfolio numbers.

Would you recommend utilizing LMI as a basis for a beginners property investing strategy? When I first read about it it sounded like a great way to quickly increase the number of properties you can buy…[Read more]

]]> 64fd485f1bf1048312176fd680809a17 Scottsdale replied to the topic 457 Business Visa & IP options in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404088-457-business-visa-ip-options/#post-4650909 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:28:12 +0000 Here's what you're looking for;http://www.homeloanexperts.com.au/non-resident-home-loans/work-visa-loan/Just moved to Kensington, Sydney. Regards,Derek

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