PropertyInvesting.com | Shellby | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/shellby/activity/ Activity feed for Shellby. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:03:39 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 fb63c6ea596f947e27f4c40227f4cc28 Shellby replied to the topic Rental property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384614-rental-property/#post-4543040 Tue, 07 Mar 2006 13:54:14 +0000 Thanks Brenan,
he’s got someone he knows through work that is going to have a look, although he knows what needs to be done. We’re not so local to the place anymore, and this other guy specialises in that area, so has the gear to do the job maybe without getting right under the house. You’re right, we probably would get it done anyway, but just…[Read more]

]]> 71291b4adc018ada61f4b3d0e0c7647d Shellby replied to the topic The Right Question?? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384617-the-right-question/#post-4543045 Tue, 07 Mar 2006 11:27:04 +0000 Hi Mike,
sometimes I find open for inspections hard because there’s lots of people going through and the agent is often more interested in who and how many are coming through the door. I always like to ask why they’re selling, not that you may always get a truthful answer, but may give you an idea on whether they’ve purchased already elsewhere or…[Read more]

]]> 911714a7f18fb9ba59d9c5a42857bd37 Shellby replied to the topic Rental property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384614-rental-property/#post-4543038 Tue, 07 Mar 2006 11:06:19 +0000 Hey Jarrah,
yes I have read Steve’s books but it has been a while, so it may be a good thing to refresh upon. Not really sure I want to commit to a wish list for these people! We’re not sure what we’re doing with the house after 12 months and may decide to sell it before that time. I guess we’re just a bit peeved as we are renting ourselves…[Read more]

]]> 8904d92bdae125858e827282d2b66aa7 Shellby replied to the topic Rental property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384614-rental-property/#post-4543036 Tue, 07 Mar 2006 06:13:39 +0000 Hi jarrah and thanks for the response. Just so you know, that I am fully aware of what the water is like, as it is our home and I lived in it for 12 years. The pressure is a bit low in the cold tap only, but certainly not that bad and when I say discharge, I don’t mean anything too bad either, just old pipes. My husband was going to repair it…[Read more]

]]> 8e16328d30f116891333ca447cb930fe Shellby replied to the topic STORY BOOK COTTAGES ??? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384606-story-book-cottages/#post-4542976 Tue, 07 Mar 2006 03:56:40 +0000 Hi Jaspar,
my sister & husband used ‘storybook cottages’ for their home and also a friend of ours has used them. They were happy with the outcome, but is more like an owner builder style of company, where you organise your tradies etc to save costs. Both were happy though, apart from some no doubt usual building hassles & holdups. I can say for…[Read more]

]]> b1cea5ebb983f94bc2129153b178c3b6 Shellby replied to the topic help needed POSTED in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383541-help-needed-posted/#post-4537265 Wed, 14 Dec 2005 03:57:45 +0000 Hi Nehal,
I hate to sound obvious, but wouldn’t a quick phone call or trip to your local post office be able to help you with that?
Cheers Shellby

]]> 99e425c70b2c8cd965f6b6e7d07a47e2 Shellby replied to the topic What are you doing on Christmas Day ? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383373-what-are-you-doing-on-christmas-day/#post-4536426 Tue, 13 Dec 2005 13:57:57 +0000 I just love Christmas! The best thing for me starts Christmas eve, putting the kids to bed, watching their wide eyes as they wonder what’s in store in the santa sack this year! We will be having Christmas day at our place this year. Not a big affair, just my parents for lunch with all the traditional trimmings, then my sister, hubby & their kids…[Read more]

]]> f578ad813b70294562d0d26595bb52dd Shellby replied to the topic If your child asks do you tell them your income? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383512-if-your-child-asks-do-you-tell-them-your-income/#post-4537104 Tue, 13 Dec 2005 06:11:02 +0000 I think it’s okay to talk about money etc in an open fashion with the kids. It shouldn’t be something that’s considered ‘taboo’ and keeps the lines of communication open. Although they may not understand everything fully, I think being honest and upfront is the best way.
Shellby

]]> 92ee7cbd7a3d7a1540b7aa561c88110e Shellby replied to the topic Advice for renting in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383522-advice-for-renting/#post-4537169 Tue, 13 Dec 2005 05:24:57 +0000 Thanks again Dr.X & Jenny1,
that sounds like a good idea. So, would you think we could do something like that if this guy was to rent here? We haven’t actually spoken to him yet, only our friend letting us know about his interest. But he will probably be getting in touch with us soon.
Shellby

]]> d7a23cb6d1d4ac59010150453afe0e27 Shellby replied to the topic Advice for renting in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383522-advice-for-renting/#post-4537167 Mon, 12 Dec 2005 14:12:29 +0000 Thanks Dr.X,
yes, I can see your point, although we don’t have any emotional ties with this person, more with the person who recommended them. But, just wasn’t sure if it still felt a bit too close for comfort, or better to be dealing with someone you know nothing about, if that makes any sense.
As for the agent, it was purely for the reason that…[Read more]

]]> b65414104b1b10e087d28830e834a85e Shellby replied to the topic Residential property on track for soft landing! in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382975-residential-property-on-track-for-soft-landing/#post-4534195 Sat, 05 Nov 2005 05:02:42 +0000 Hi,
both interesting articles, but just goes to show that no one really knows what will happen, as there’s lots of different opinions and predictions. The only time to be sure is in a few years down the track, when people will say, ah, this is what happened then. I think it’s a time to not over extend yourself and make wise choices.
Cheers, Shellby

]]> 2e1cc0b583d2bdd61e6b0f2fe6b09010 Shellby replied to the topic Colour Profiler in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383011-colour-profiler/#post-4534331 Thu, 03 Nov 2005 14:05:44 +0000 I enjoyed that too, something different!

‘Water Beads’ for me.

]]> 63f1b2f9c1549447268a01995e43cb3d Shellby replied to the topic The Birth Order Of Children in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383026-the-birth-order-of-children/#post-4534361 Thu, 03 Nov 2005 13:26:53 +0000 Actually now I know why I only had two!!

]]> 475b866dbcc01e9ccd314cb739e3f405 Shellby replied to the topic The Birth Order Of Children in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383026-the-birth-order-of-children/#post-4534360 Thu, 03 Nov 2005 13:18:03 +0000 Classic!

]]> d00729a14d9b32cd3072ffa5b83d5425 Shellby replied to the topic Jim and Gwen in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383025-jim-and-gwen/#post-4534358 Thu, 03 Nov 2005 13:09:45 +0000 Boy, you’re full of them tonight aren’t you? My hubby & and my Dad are gonna love these!
Keep up the happy mood,
Shellby

]]> 35c35abf0729a4816e6d3a1879ab70fa Shellby replied to the topic Where to start in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383007-where-to-start-18/#post-4534322 Thu, 03 Nov 2005 12:57:57 +0000 Hi Trent & welcome,
I’m certainly no expert and there’s plenty on the forum who can give you some good advice. Steve’s 2nd book maybe of interest to read, the 11 second rule doesn’t really apply in this market unless you can make it happen through creativity.
Sorry to hear of your misfortune, and you did mention ‘us’, so does that mean you have a…[Read more]

]]> 59044e0033d38bd78c680b0ce890a0a9 Shellby replied to the topic Ever Lost Your Cool in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382600-ever-lost-your-cool/#post-4532032 Tue, 11 Oct 2005 04:46:15 +0000 Hi,
we’ve often taken a leaf out of ‘Seinfeld’s’ show and have asked them to leave their personal name and phone number, so that we can ring them back at a time that suits us. When they say they can’t possibly do that, we reply well now you know how we feel, and simply hang up!
No need to lose your cool!!
Cheers Shellby

]]> eb492efb58a0a50cfaae59b5e5ed3cef Shellby replied to the topic Bendigo in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382470-bendigo/#post-4531257 Thu, 29 Sep 2005 12:02:04 +0000 Brisbane 04,
thanks, you’re a gem! And yes, we’ve always had the same thoughts with other cities. Ballarat is too cold & have family in Geelong, but we’ve always enjoyed the climate and other attractions up your way. I will definately pm you, just wanted to acknowledge my thanks to you here, with your generous reply.
Cheers, Shellby.

]]> acb9ad14dfbd76057f475aa23febcb88 Shellby replied to the topic Bendigo in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382470-bendigo/#post-4531255 Thu, 29 Sep 2005 07:24:53 +0000 Come on guys & gals, don’t be shy!

]]> 6634da16b546a1de6fda26cb6b22384d Shellby replied to the topic HOW TO PAY OFF A $250K PROP IN < 10YEARS? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382448-how-to-pay-off-a-250k-prop-in-10years/#post-4531128 Thu, 29 Sep 2005 06:48:55 +0000 Hi Mcubed82,
I also read Anita’s book some time ago, and I think for memory she actually paid it off in 3 years! I think the idea is showing what’s achievable, if you’re prepared to sacrifice along the way. Let’s not forget also that this was her PPOR not an IP, so there are some benefits of paying it off, or at least down somewhat. More…[Read more]

]]> 15fd5cfe23ce425069a2bb5f84e6aada Shellby replied to the topic Bendigo in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382470-bendigo/#post-4531254 Thu, 29 Sep 2005 05:18:27 +0000 Also, to add to that, do you think it’s better to sell your home, or rent it out. I would think maybe to rent it out for the time being, but my husband wonders whether you’d get a better price, perhaps looking more well cared for than after it’s been rented.
Any comments or opinions would be good here people!
Thanks again, Shellby

]]> a373809fedb59e9a07ca0fb481cd9fec Shellby replied to the topic Ballarat - What do you think? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4382083-ballarat-what-do-you-think/#post-4528721 Thu, 08 Sep 2005 04:54:59 +0000 Why don’t you read Steve’s 1st book, which has heaps of info on Ballarat, or at least how they researched the area. By the prices you’re quoting, you’ll see how much things there have changed in the last few years!
Cheers, Shellby

]]> bcade676b5a61f378545e8ae76ec7067 Shellby replied to the topic TO FIX OR NOT TO FIX ? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378872-to-fix-or-not-to-fix-2/#post-4507368 Fri, 25 Feb 2005 02:54:40 +0000 Personally, I’m not a huge fan of fixed interest rates on your home loan. We fixed our loan some years back, only to have interest rates go down, and ended up paying a fee to revert back to variable. If you’re paying more on your home loan than necessary, the interest rise shouldn’t worry you anyway.
I think having flexibility is better, as things…[Read more]

]]> c88ec90810adbe941f9fe275ac97948d Shellby replied to the topic Termites - HELP in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378890-termites-help/#post-4507513 Fri, 25 Feb 2005 02:39:29 +0000 Hi Jules,
if the problem has been rectified then you shouldn’t have any worries. Termites can be a problem for anyone, whether you’ve had an infestation or not. Everyone should have a pest inspection done yearly, new or old houses. If when selling,and the repair is noted, so long as the inspector gives it the all clear, there would be no reason to…[Read more]

]]> d59dbcfe614d71d7885308f3457a6b09 Shellby replied to the topic The 11 second Solution in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378471-the-11-second-solution-3/#post-4505025 Fri, 04 Feb 2005 00:44:35 +0000 Hi Pen,
if you enjoyed Steve’s 1st book, you should have a read of his 2nd, ‘$1,000,000 in property in one year’. It’s a good follow on from his 1st one, and being written in 2004, covers some more up to date issues for these times.

Cheers Shellby

]]> 486a45998de617b878bab5fbad21f073 Shellby replied to the topic House prices rising? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378347-house-prices-rising/#post-4504312 Wed, 02 Feb 2005 02:01:56 +0000 Torachan,
what gives with your comments? Many on this forum are experienced investors with valuable knowledge to share whilst others are here to learn.
Judging by your other recent posts with rather negative comments, I’m wondering which category you fit into?
Would be nice to see some positive feedback!!
Cheers, Shellby

]]> e445527ad9b72f5e67ad62bf6b547027 Shellby replied to the topic House prices rising? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378347-house-prices-rising/#post-4504308 Sat, 29 Jan 2005 10:37:49 +0000 Up front commission, Derek.

Shellby.

]]> d7b70147ede416d8f892f24cea2d9215 Shellby replied to the topic House prices rising? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378347-house-prices-rising/#post-4504306 Sat, 29 Jan 2005 09:29:39 +0000 Hi Derek,
it’s actually a managed fund, which does incorporate some property, but predominantly shares. And, of course, we pay fees for them to look after the fund.
Shellby

]]> 91f7e6d878c8fa9b71ac8aaccf91776f Shellby replied to the topic House prices rising? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378347-house-prices-rising/#post-4504303 Sat, 29 Jan 2005 09:04:54 +0000 Hi and thanks for the replies.
Yes, I definitely agree that you can’t believe everything you read and did check out page 20 and could certainly see some questionable stats. It’s just that when media start featuring some of these more positive stories, don’t you think it starts to build a certain amount of confidence?
Although, I know our financial…[Read more]

]]> 612c62040d0168c6a133b91bb7050c8d Shellby replied to the topic Let's celebrate Marital vows! in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4377964-lets-celebrate-marital-vows/page/2/#post-4501959 Fri, 21 Jan 2005 02:46:59 +0000 Blondie,
if you don’t want the big wedding then it shouldn’t matter what other people think, it is your day after all. Also I don’t think it’s so much people wanting to gawk at you, as much as just wanting to celebrate and enjoy your special day with you! It is a big step in your life and I guess those who have shared your life with you so far,…[Read more]

]]> 4772b72190fe5c01ec02802257de0467 Shellby replied to the topic Let's celebrate Marital vows! in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4377964-lets-celebrate-marital-vows/page/2/#post-4501957 Thu, 20 Jan 2005 14:17:27 +0000 Hi there all,
my husband and I had our 16th wedding anniversary last November. Marriage is a great thing and yes hard work, and worth the piece of paper it’s printed on. Why do you need a piece of paper to say you’re married? Why not, I say. If that’s what it takes to show the world you’re in love and want to be married, then just do it!
Very new…[Read more]

]]> c0ceb92c9f1c906da7710577fd7fa63f Shellby replied to the topic First message in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378147-first-message/#post-4503151 Thu, 20 Jan 2005 00:12:22 +0000 To ‘destined’ & ‘kwilko’,
thanks for replying, wasn’t expecting anyone to reply back, really. This is quite exciting!
I agree with what you both have to say, I just wonder how much you can trust the real estate’s or property managers on their heresay of vacancy rates etc. After all, they want your business.
Also, Steve’s 11 second solution – any…[Read more]

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