PropertyInvesting.com | Tools | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/tools/activity/ Activity feed for Tools. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:16:43 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 3b4017a09966a98a59b39c09211e2824 Tools replied to the topic Melbourne JV partner to project manage reno in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5087134-melbourne-jv-partner-to-project-manage-reno/#post-5087261 Sat, 25 Feb 2023 06:25:52 +0000 Have you found yourself a PM John? If not then I would like to have a chat.

 

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]]> 7c3056bf1f456829defad666bbab2491 Tools replied to the topic Retail space occupancy permit issue in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5046499-retail-space-occupancy-permit-issue/#post-5046505 Fri, 25 May 2018 09:20:22 +0000 The RBS can only inspect and approve based upon what is inspected on the day of inspection. With a year now passed is it possible that additional works have now brought on the non-compliance?

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]]> f2486efdb3446325a48d8e4ff0f9fcb1 Tools replied to the topic Can a tenant move into a property without OC? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5043973-can-a-tenant-move-into-a-property-without-oc/#post-5043974 Mon, 26 Mar 2018 07:08:07 +0000 No, they can’t. Surely obtaining the OC is a part of the builder’s contractual obligations?

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]]> 7f34688caae81d80dcbbdf06a154131b Tools replied to the topic To undertake underpinning or not to? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5032808-to-undertake-underpinning-or-not-to/#post-5034252 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:35:38 +0000 Presumably this is a typo and you mean 5 degrees? If not you had better buy your tenants a few ladders to get around the house.

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]]> 2dd66c185ee892e67cad89275c8ae2e0 Tools replied to the topic 3-4 unit development. Query re: getting plans drawn up in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5029801-3-4-unit-development-query-re-getting-plans-drawn-up/#post-5030274 Wed, 05 Oct 2016 07:53:47 +0000 Too late, they shut up shop a month ago.

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]]> 0ad90dbb4270b899654b43c89354914e Tools replied to the topic Internal Cavity Sliding Door - How do I remove one? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396197-internal-cavity-sliding-door-how-do-i-remove-one/#post-5027874 Sat, 25 Jun 2016 09:16:16 +0000 Might be a little expensive to import one of those bad boys….

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]]> 52254ae51f99d22ba08d174b52583cc0 Tools replied to the topic Bathroom floor needs replacing , tennants in place .what are my options ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5022489-bathroom-floor-needs-replacing-tennants-in-place-what-are-my-options/#post-5022629 Mon, 14 Mar 2016 08:01:19 +0000 Hire a temp bathroom for them or put them up in a hotel.

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]]> 5d7d5374b2dddfd6eaba6ce88e0f071f Tools replied to the topic Any advantages of buying a IP outright then mortgaging it after purchasing? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5018669-any-advantages-of-buying-a-ip-outright-then-mortgaging-it-after-purchasing/#post-5018679 Fri, 01 Jan 2016 07:42:42 +0000 Are you concerned about deductibility of interest?

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]]> 5cda66ea97008fddb3428ac0426ad5ca Tools started the topic For Sale - 15l drums of low sheen interior paint in the forum Buy, Swap & Sell https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5014140-for-sale-15l-drums-of-low-sheen-paint/ Sat, 03 Oct 2015 06:54:24 +0000 I have 3 15l drums of British paints low sheen interior paint for sale. Has been tinted to 1/4 strength DX Hog Bristle. Perfect to freshen up your IP! Brand new and only opened for tinting. $120 per drum.

Preferred pick up is during the day from Malvern 3144.

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]]> d63b1564ac89fc04d884a8d1de283d53 Tools started the topic For Sale - 15l drums of low sheen paint in the forum Buy, Swap & Sell https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5014140-for-sale-15l-drums-of-low-sheen-paint/ Sat, 03 Oct 2015 06:54:24 +0000 I have 3 15l drums of British paints low sheen interior paint for sale. Has been tinted to 1/4 strength DX Hog Bristle. Perfect to freshen up your IP! Brand new and only opened for tinting. $120 per drum.

Preferred pick up is during the day from Malvern 3144.

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]]> fc00745f4ab93757d46255b9ca703207 Tools replied to the topic For Sale - API magazine - approx 100 issues in the forum Buy, Swap & Sell https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013216-for-sale-api-magazine-approx-100-issues/#post-5014139 Sat, 03 Oct 2015 06:47:38 +0000 Now sold. Thanks for your interest

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]]> cbe56eb6599e694be7f2a2ebd0cd39b7 Tools replied to the topic For Sale - API magazine - approx 100 issues in the forum Buy, Swap & Sell https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013216-for-sale-api-magazine-approx-100-issues/#post-5013363 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 11:28:16 +0000 Yuley,
I replied this morning but it seems my PMs aren’t getting through. Still available at the listed price

]]> 05389ec6801dd1415adec5b0681115f6 Tools replied to the topic For Sale - API magazine - approx 100 issues in the forum Buy, Swap & Sell https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013216-for-sale-api-magazine-approx-100-issues/#post-5013234 Mon, 14 Sep 2015 19:28:16 +0000 Richmond 3121, but preferred pick up is from Malvern 3144 during the day. They are too heavy to post.

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]]> 75b1f328f8027aa4df8590ce33b21561 Tools started the topic For Sale - API magazine - approx 100 issues in the forum Buy, Swap & Sell https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013216-for-sale-api-magazine-approx-100-issues/ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 08:04:37 +0000 Australian Property Investor magazine, approx 100 copies from 2004 to 2013. Good condition – $50.00

]]> 95803755e624c48c4a7a332e5571f62e Tools replied to the topic where do I stand? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5002595-where-do-i-stand/#post-5002599 Wed, 25 Feb 2015 08:46:18 +0000 I’d be talking to the supplier /installer as the first port of call.

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]]> 23fc0eebae7257a7e94e3cfaf831ab52 Tools replied to the topic Home Loan company forgot to put house purchase into my name! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4993486-home-loan-company-forgot-to-put-house-purchase-into-my-name/#post-4993487 Sat, 09 Aug 2014 08:27:20 +0000 Realistically how much are you out of pocket in a month?

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]]> 3ee88afef3bd42b90cdf5be4d5a119c8 Tools replied to the topic New Metal Roof - My Chippy/builder wants to do... Thoughts in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4990264-new-metal-roof-my-chippybuilder-wants-to-do-thoughts/#post-4992061 Sat, 21 Jun 2014 08:26:32 +0000 Are you sure?

http://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/Contractors/Licensing/apply-for-a-licence-and-licence-classes/licence-classes/Pages/Roof-and-Wall-Cladding.aspx

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]]> e80c9022c617ecb71784d46108ecea29 Tools replied to the topic New Metal Roof - My Chippy/builder wants to do... Thoughts in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4990264-new-metal-roof-my-chippybuilder-wants-to-do-thoughts/#post-4990298 Fri, 09 May 2014 08:43:30 +0000 If you are in Vic then it would be illegal for him to do so without being a registered roof plumber. Other states may be the same. Having said that it’s not rocket surgery.

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]]> 5ded37bffadfdd77d50e6bdf735babb9 Tools replied to the topic Removing old paint from jarrah floorboards ready to polish in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4410672-removing-old-paint-from-jarrah-floorboards-ready-to-polish/#post-4699205 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 08:31:36 +0000 No need to remove the paint – this will all be taken care of when the timber is sanded.

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]]> efa597f3b4aed3b8f836bd7a75cdc1e5 Tools replied to the topic Aircon replacement in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4410257-aircon-replacement/#post-4696219 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 06:01:00 +0000 It might be my place but it is also an IP and I have legal obligations to the tenants. The tenant has been there for 5 years and just signed for another 12 months. I am trying to find out what is required by law as I couldn't find anything relevant in the residential Tenancies Act.

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]]> 9fca9d11de58df0570a33f554299697c Tools replied to the topic Saving money through owner builder? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4405320-saving-money-through-owner-builder/#post-4659738 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:05:18 +0000 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]

]]> 2ae09ba6752469f19d864837d5fb76e0 Tools replied to the topic Electrician fees in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4405351-electrician-fees/#post-4659950 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:06:03 +0000 $85/hr is too steep. I'd be looking for another sparky.Tools

]]> 38c92a5994993fa28552473eef672548 Tools replied to the topic Saving money through owner builder? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4405320-saving-money-through-owner-builder/#post-4659732 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:52:28 +0000 What state are you proposing to build in?Tools

]]> b9c0f0892787b945878ebdcda0a81d4a Tools replied to the topic 'Advantage Property Consulting" buyers agency in Melbourne in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4394538-advantage-property-consulting-buyers-agency-in-melbourne/#post-4594712 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:15:21 +0000 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

]]> 4a09de66f523024aa76f8e9a0906c3e3 Tools replied to the topic Commercial to residential conversion do I need a licenced builder? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4404484-commercial-to-residential-conversion-do-i-need-a-licenced-builder/#post-4654094 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:27:22 +0000 You won't be able to get the permit without having a registered builder on board.Tools

]]> e3a38b8ddc99fbeca7c974be2f79f0e3 Tools replied to the topic Indemnity over the damage of sewer/stormwater in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4403718-indemnity-over-the-damage-of-sewerstormwater/#post-4648440 Tue, 24 May 2011 08:30:47 +0000 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

]]> bb3488112573a7fb63aa2d15f53bef8c Tools replied to the topic Trashed house in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4402160-trashed-house/#post-4637971 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 23:10:21 +0000 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

]]> f1056cc2b9db68fac1b77d4b07475a2e Tools replied to the topic plubing Voids in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401246-plubing-voids/#post-4632113 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 06:46:07 +0000 A void built for concealing plumbing.Tools

]]> 0844356f7ac711e617c61ff8a4f51351 Tools replied to the topic What is the most expensive quote you have got ? in the forum crusty wrote: I have https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4400443-what-is-the-most-expensive-quote-you-have-got/#post-4627455 Sat, 03 Jul 2010 08:37:26 +0000 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

]]> f30158e5daebc270f0cf24fa58ae5a55 Tools replied to the topic Home near television studio - health risks? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4400086-home-near-television-studio-health-risks/#post-4625157 Sun, 30 May 2010 08:42:35 +0000 That station will be relocating soon….Tools

]]> b0f23b5f30648bac9c45e596d5539ae3 Tools replied to the topic Can someone kindly give me some advised on this renovation issue. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399828-can-someone-kindly-give-me-some-advised-on-this-renovation-issue/#post-4623921 Sun, 09 May 2010 08:40:00 +0000 Do you have drawings and a spec that details the work to be completed? Tools

]]> 6f5bcf5d35a1e76131da6085342f096b Tools replied to the topic Need Advise on battle Axe in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398995-need-advise-on-battle-axe/#post-4618506 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:18:42 +0000 Gee, when I read the title I thought you wanted help with your wife !

]]> 03bf1b36053ade9ee6c5e89824bc30f9 Tools replied to the topic Car park investment more questions! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398874-car-park-investment-more-questions/#post-4617672 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:27:22 +0000 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

]]> faf8100804511915d421c268896ae009 Tools replied to the topic Storm water easement in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398512-storm-water-easement/#post-4615703 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:37:58 +0000 By the way, this is in Melbourne and things may be different where you are.Tools

]]> 9c760117d9fd718cdc36b2803a4aebe3 Tools replied to the topic Storm water easement in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398512-storm-water-easement/#post-4615702 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:37:15 +0000 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]

]]> 437984a618517e9e3a6b9bfb2f65ef90 Tools replied to the topic Investors in Melbourne wanting to join a monthly discussion group? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398280-investors-in-melbourne-wanting-to-join-a-monthly-discussion-group/page/2/#post-4614206 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 07:28:25 +0000 I might be interested too, depending upon timing and location. CBD would be my preference.Tools

]]> 6077b46d2a7b2ebf2811810e835799a8 Tools replied to the topic How to obtain OB license in Victoria in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398196-how-to-obtain-ob-license-in-victoria/#post-4613628 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:22:33 +0000 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

]]> b2cf67c6cdba8eb2c648749380cb1145 Tools replied to the topic Application process to Council for DIY extension in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398168-application-process-to-council-for-diy-extension/#post-4613455 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 07:17:16 +0000 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

]]> 26ed61f8f86cb3903eb70c8e5a628794 Tools replied to the topic terrazzo polisher (melbourne) ? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397553-terrazzo-polisher-melbourne/#post-4610407 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:13:42 +0000 Expect a big variation in prices. I just had some done (about 50m2) and the prices ranged from about $5000 to $20,000.Tools

]]> 23dfc3c788e79b94505ca715b37137b0 Tools replied to the topic How big a block do you need? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397554-how-big-a-block-do-you-need/#post-4610409 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:22:44 +0000 Depends on the council.Tools

]]> c7828d127a1b93bfb1c75a859d32a2bf Tools replied to the topic Sydney and Melbourne auctions results cool off over the weekend in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397495-sydney-and-melbourne-auctions-results-cool-off-over-the-weekend/#post-4610165 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:45:40 +0000 Daniel,Your stats for Melbourne are at odds with the REIV stats.http://www.reiv.com.au/home/inside.asp?ID=162&nav1=652&nav2=162Tools

]]> 3aefcfbf217eecdea2d0ccc22efbf008 Tools replied to the topic demolisher ripping us off? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397274-demolisher-ripping-us-off/#post-4609169 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:11:49 +0000 I don't think that is reasonable at all. I haven't seen his quote, but I wouldn't be paying anything for additional weight,unless they had specified in their quote or conditions that they had allowed only for a certain weight. Even then I wouldn't pay until he provided proof from the weigh bridge of the weights, and I checked that the paper work…[Read more]

]]> 5ad014c630543611637f9b0922679822 Tools replied to the topic timber 'crossovers' for development sites in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397016-timber-crossovers-for-development-sites/#post-4608072 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 07:58:48 +0000 duckster wrote:
Bec and Troy I haven't had experience in this but this product looks like a possible solution to your problemCan you use this product instead ?http://www.grass-reinforcement.com/index.php/products/description/bodcell-tree-root-protection-geocellseeAustralian reseller…[Read more]

]]> e2b27b51501d7e93b3d11d471098e946 Tools replied to the topic Queenslander Cladding options or other for an elevated house in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396858-queenslander-cladding-options-or-other-for-an-elevated-house/#post-4607056 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 07:59:25 +0000 Scott No Mates wrote:
There is a composite timber/plastic product available but I can't remember its name, often used for decking.

modwood?

]]> 5c048d4a5548f217d95ba4f4e9938981 Tools replied to the topic Smoke alarm maintenance in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395851-smoke-alarm-maintenance/page/2/#post-4601662 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 21:44:03 +0000 WJ Hooker wrote:
  Thanks for info. will look out for this can in the shops? any particular shop ?

You will get this from an electrical wholesaler.Tools

]]> 7c78dba6b5983693243568cc26200ae2 Tools replied to the topic clawfoot bath bolts in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396680-clawfoot-bath-bolts/#post-4606295 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 08:13:47 +0000 Is there anything special about the bolts?Tools

]]> bbd60fbf699338dfbbe3a0d5c11a7d6e Tools replied to the topic WOODEN BALCONY RAILS TO GLASS BALCONY RAILS in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396416-wooden-balcony-rails-to-glass-balcony-rails/#post-4604930 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:26:31 +0000 You are asking something that most people would not have dealt with.It isn't as if you are asking for a plumber. Speak with Bachi at Aluline 9359  0200

]]> c7251fdb0e48d6ba4b3b1e1f6a925270 Tools replied to the topic WOODEN BALCONY RAILS TO GLASS BALCONY RAILS in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396416-wooden-balcony-rails-to-glass-balcony-rails/#post-4604926 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:28:46 +0000 If you are going to DIY then any glazier will be able to supply the glass and the patch fittings.Tools

]]> 4c8b0be0be603f9a1bfcad695745412b Tools replied to the topic Internal Cavity Sliding Door - How do I remove one? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396197-internal-cavity-sliding-door-how-do-i-remove-one/#post-4603789 Mon, 11 May 2009 08:35:54 +0000 One side of the pelmet that covers the track will be removable, with two screws on the under side. Remove that and then undo the nuts on the two wheels.Then just slide the door out.Tools

]]> 5051c247502402ffe64346f2cc26fd00 Tools replied to the topic cost to build tilt slab and houses in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395814-cost-to-build-tilt-slab-and-houses/#post-4601466 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:38:45 +0000 Your first port of call needs to be to your engineer to design the panels and propping. Who you see next depends on wether they are tilt slabs (ie poured on site) or precast (cast in a factory). For tilt slabs you need to see a concreter. For precast you need to see a precast company. They will do shop drawings and send them to you for approval.…[Read more]

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