Tools replied to the topic Saving money through owner builder? in the forum Help Needed! 12 years, 10 months ago
joeandchels wrote:
The state of optimism clearly.The rules for owner builders vary from state to state. What I was getting at is if you are building in Victoria and this is not going to be your PPOR then you won't be able to do it. I don't know what course you are thinking of doing but they normally don't teach you anything about building,…[Read more]
Tools replied to the topic Electrician fees in the forum Value Adding 12 years, 10 months ago
$85/hr is too steep. I'd be looking for another sparky.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Saving money through owner builder? in the forum Help Needed! 12 years, 10 months ago
What state are you proposing to build in?Tools
Tools replied to the topic ‘Advantage Property Consulting” buyers agency in Melbourne in the forum Help Needed! 12 years, 12 months ago
Fans of "the Block" will have seen Frank Valentic from Advantage purchase one of the properties. Chance or shrewd marketing? He is also the head honcho of the buyers advocate division of the REIV.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Commercial to residential conversion do I need a licenced builder? in the forum General Property 13 years, 1 month ago
You won't be able to get the permit without having a registered builder on board.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Indemnity over the damage of sewer/stormwater in the forum Help Needed! 13 years, 4 months ago
In Victoria most councils require an asset protection permit for every property where a building permit has been issued. This also involves paying a bond which is refunded if no damage occurs to the council assets. It is usually sent to the owner of the property when the permit is issued but should be passed on to the builder to deal with.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Trashed house in the forum Help Needed! 13 years, 10 months ago
I would pay to get the place sorted out and get a tenant in, then worry about chasing the money. You need to take control of the situation and not sit around just waiting for it to happen.Tools
Tools replied to the topic plubing Voids in the forum Help Needed! 14 years ago
A void built for concealing plumbing.Tools
Tools replied to the topic What is the most expensive quote you have got ? in the forum crusty wrote: I have 14 years, 3 months ago
crusty wrote:
I have heard builders only want to work 6 months of the year as they have made sooo much money out of the stimulus package and building schools.You have it half right. We do only want to work 6 months of the year( who wouldn't !), but participating in the BER and NSP works on schools is not the means to this end.tools
Tools replied to the topic Home near television studio – health risks? in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 4 months ago
That station will be relocating soon….Tools
Tools replied to the topic Can someone kindly give me some advised on this renovation issue. in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 5 months ago
Do you have drawings and a spec that details the work to be completed? Tools
Tools replied to the topic Need Advise on battle Axe in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 7 months ago
Gee, when I read the title I thought you wanted help with your wife !
Tools replied to the topic Car park investment more questions! in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 7 months ago
They are notoriously hard to off load. I have been watching some in my local area that have been on the market for more than 3 years. Even with dropping the price 10% people just can't get rid of them.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Storm water easement in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 8 months ago
By the way, this is in Melbourne and things may be different where you are.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Storm water easement in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 8 months ago
I don't think finding out who is at fault will get you anywhere.The utilitiy companies argue that if you maintain the status quo then there is no issue. In the past we have had to pay to relocate HV power lines that cut across the corner of a block we were building units on. At the moment we are diverting a sewer that is under a new building we…[Read more]
Tools replied to the topic Investors in Melbourne wanting to join a monthly discussion group? in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 9 months ago
I might be interested too, depending upon timing and location. CBD would be my preference.Tools
Tools replied to the topic How to obtain OB license in Victoria in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 9 months ago
The rules have changed and you aren't able to do this unless it is your PPOR. There are also limits to how many you are able to do. Google "building commission" and you will find your answers.Tools
Tools replied to the topic Application process to Council for DIY extension in the forum General Property 14 years, 9 months ago
Scott No Mates wrote:
– roofing and roof plumbing doesn't (you don't need a ticket to connect to stormwater).You will need an OB licence.Maybe not where you are but in Victoria you need to be licenced.Tools
Tools replied to the topic terrazzo polisher (melbourne) ? in the forum Value Adding 14 years, 11 months ago
Expect a big variation in prices. I just had some done (about 50m2) and the prices ranged from about $5000 to $20,000.Tools
Tools replied to the topic How big a block do you need? in the forum Help Needed! 14 years, 11 months ago
Depends on the council.Tools
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