https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/vstar/activity/ Activity feed for VStar. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:17:49 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 c7096c1073ec1046ffe089582d6579e8 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392748-carly-crutchfield-developing/#post-4585073 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:03:55 +0000 Hi,Michael 888 – do you have any further details regarding bootcamp/your experience?I'm currently planning for 2009 and am considering doing Carly Crutchfield's course.I have been to the intro seminar but was not sold on the night…Thank you Aureliana for your feedback. That is really helpful as i am "expecting" personal mentoring whether it be…[Read more]

]]> 0a0d76e4492abc2ed449760e4d41a1df https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4394267-using-equity-3/#post-4593078 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:08:34 +0000 H HI,What's the motivations behind renovating the bathroom in the apartment?Thanks.

]]> 01224116f4a77f49cc12c93f99b47732 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4394146-granny-flats-4/#post-4592486 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 01:12:27 +0000 Hi Swany,Great initiative – my two bits and bobs:1. Before doing anything – call up the town planner in the area and ask about doing a granny flat – they will either 1 direct you to the their Development Control Plan and say read it (and decipher it yourself) or they may be helpful and say what you need to do and what sort of approvals you might…[Read more]

]]> af7c4204ab58b7560c8c36d9c485c19b https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4394089-reno-1-day-seminar-or-reno-toolbox-which-is-better/#post-4592208 Tue, 02 Sep 2008 04:21:24 +0000 Hi Pecko,To answer your questions:1. Nope – no renos prior to the course/toolkit2. It has been hard finding the margins in renos. I've been looking in Sydney/City market, then i'm looking in Western Sydney (near Penrith if you're a city sider). I think i may have found one but still negotiating at the moment.3. I have been looking in Sydney…[Read more]

]]> 9710946611b60108fdd268a497b4c946 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4394089-reno-1-day-seminar-or-reno-toolbox-which-is-better/#post-4592205 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:38:26 +0000 Hi Hi,I went to the Melb seminar AND have the reno toolkit.First things first – did you know that the reno toolkit is out of stock? The new version is coming out around December this year so i'd wait if i was you.Basic Rundown of both:Toolkit (the important bits) are: The reno control spreadsheet and the dvd case studies.The reno control…[Read more]

]]> 18bb84924f5767751c5abeb491cee04a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393782-dodgy-pyrimid-scheme-network-21/#post-4590605 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:53:33 +0000 Hi Tyson,I remember going to one of these meetings a few years back and the point back then was that you were buying products that you used everyday anyway (toothpaste as an example) so you buy through them. Then i remember getting invited to jewellry parties blah blah blah…but always thought No WAY! If it works for some people that actually use…[Read more]

]]> ae5a67a97f1aeb3d09b13ae4e3ed8115 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393230-reno-toolbox-cgt/#post-4587555 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:19:54 +0000 Hi Kenton,Are you by any chance considering selling your renotool box? Sorry your profile is not set up to receive Private Messages!Thanks

]]> 6d64a89092dd10a06d5c6b5154594ab9 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393727-renovation-tool-box-wanted/#post-4590262 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:29:50 +0000 Bump!Anyone???

]]> c70e2a9c998b00adf0604b7ee627d53c https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393686-do-i-give-up/#post-4590045 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:25:38 +0000 HI Matt,Just to point out something else – if it was that easy then everyone would be financially free! You have to keep persisting cause one day you'll get there!You're probably about to have a huge breakthrough because you're so fustrated and enough is enough and then you'll have a stroke of brilliance.Don't give up – you and your family deserve…[Read more]

]]> 5d52f21b14f75675e3835fdf414c64ee https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393627-where-can-i-buy-flat-pack-kitchen-like-ikea-but-better/#post-4589702 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:13:01 +0000 Hi,I did a quick search on google for Perth. Hopefully these help:http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/professional/11940http://www.mrcupboards.com.au/http://www.flatpackitchens.com/ (they ship to perth)http://www.kitchensperth.com.au/http://www.kitcraft.com.au/Hope this helps you along your way!

]]> ebcb17562ac39caeb47ed06663b6ebbc https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392978-sudividing-and-selling-back-yard-planning-fees/#post-4585981 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:59:42 +0000 Hi,I haven't done a subdivision but also love to here the end results of subdivisions. Please let us know how you go.In the meantime check out this post:https://www.propertyinvesting.com/forums/property-investing/help-needed/4323451?highlight=subdivision%2CcostsThey're based in Brisbane but they posted their costs – maybe this will help you.Hope…[Read more]

]]> 37999c68b4bafc6514e16a43112d7de1 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391932-martin-ayles-development-blueprint-sell-me-yours/#post-4580607 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:50:46 +0000 Hi Hi,I'm going to the course this year! After hearing him speak at the 3 day mega conference he sounds awesome!Here's a link to the blueprint that is sold out https://www.propertyinvesting.com/resources/products/36Good luck!

]]> eaffcf347794773355356c0e0c2e564f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393574-an-excellent-property-course/#post-4589457 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 05:01:30 +0000 hahaha i did manage to find this link which is always great as something free:http://www.propertyhorizons.co.uk/total_self_confidence_in_seven_days.pdf

]]> 5bb5e8ae95aa9914cbcb9884d62fe56c https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393118-results-2008-2009/#post-4586445 Mon, 12 May 2008 13:52:07 +0000 Ooh exciting!!! I'm so excited about it – my partner signed up with R.E.S.U.L.T.S after the 3 day mega conference. I joined Source Wealth (momentum mentor program) this year in January so we're both keen jellybeans hoping to get the best out of both worlds!!!

]]> 4c254bfec72510e2b270c8e82891b420 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393158-mentor-property-clubs-in-perth/#post-4586624 Mon, 12 May 2008 13:49:37 +0000 HI Mooki,What do you want to get out of it and how much do you want to spend?What about R.E.S.U.L.T.S? The one run by Steve (owner of this website in case you didn't know) or http://www.sourcewealth.com?I joined sourcewealth Momentum Program in January this year – $7k and my partner is starting with RESULTS this year (june 2008). Both have different…[Read more]

]]> f8a3231bbb514f312dca9379f36b3429 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393044-21-year-old-student-using-the-equity-in-my-property-to-buy-an-investment-property/#post-4586241 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:46:10 +0000 Hi there,A few questions:1. Wow!!! Where did you get a $450k apartment with no debt??? Congrats!!!2. What would be the repayments on the $300k place be? What i'm trying to get at there is could you buy the $300k (say for eg) and rent that out and rent somewhere else that is cheaper then the repayments for the $300k place?Just a thought!Sounds like…[Read more]

]]> f8a3231bbb514f312dca9379f36b3429 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393044-21-year-old-student-using-the-equity-in-my-property-to-buy-an-investment-property/#post-4586240 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:46:10 +0000 Hi there,A few questions:1. Wow!!! Where did you get a $450k apartment with no debt??? Congrats!!!2. What would be the repayments on the $300k place be? What i'm trying to get at there is could you buy the $300k (say for eg) and rent that out and rent somewhere else that is cheaper then the repayments for the $300k place?Just a thought!Sounds like…[Read more]

]]> 8f94a05d1283a04c62df90f9f7d67b77 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4393045-dean-renovation-tool/#post-4586245 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:40:56 +0000 Hi Kunyuk,Dean and Elise's have now developed their own website http://www.propertysystems.com.au – just to let you know – they have sold out of renovation toolbox at the 3 day conference. They did say that though that they are currently planning to release the new version of the toolbox in the next 2 months – so you may want to consider holding off to…[Read more]

]]> 30d8abcc79978b4527ddb3d589526cb6 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392951-heritage-listed-or-national-trust-properties-pitfalls-issues-to-look-out-for/#post-4585859 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 01:58:59 +0000 Thanks to you both for the comments!

]]> 51473a6b7fb4af9946332a9fb55335c8 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392938-what-would-you-do-here-demolish-sell-or-repair-or-rebuild/#post-4585829 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:53:28 +0000 Or Option#4 – Keep the house on there for the rental income and get plans drawn up and approved by Council and sell the land/house with plans to a builder?Like Nejas suggested ,crunch some numbers. That is what are the holding costs especially if you hold for 1 more year if you go with option#3? How much would you have to sell the place for…[Read more]

]]> 48409c43cb7e2bce67f78881289f5714 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392947-upping-the-rent/#post-4585842 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 05:16:53 +0000 Oh, may i ask also how you're crunching numbers as well – that is what forumlas you're using? i'm trying to do some number crunching as well and wondering if there's a better way!

]]> aeb4bb2a8b7852724dcc58001bbff1dc https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392947-upping-the-rent/#post-4585841 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 05:07:29 +0000 Hi,You might want to consider checking out this site too (This ones for tenants in NSW):http://www.tenants.org.au/factsheet/rentIncreases.htmlEnjoy!

]]> 0c5b46f23da52a0d7153533228857886 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392450-interstate-reno/#post-4583387 Mon, 25 Feb 2008 04:34:55 +0000 Hi,I would suggest going through Yellow Pages and calling up numerous trades people and get a "feel" for them over the phone  – that is ask alot of questions and see how they respond – that is do they have any care factor?Is the property currently rented? Because if it is – you can perhaps ask the Property Manager to oversee the renovations…[Read more]

]]> df7a4c272fd72de3577df85a24b04749 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392373-free-tickets-to-the-sydney-property-expo/#post-4583052 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:52:27 +0000 Thanks for this!

]]> d9f925977919888b7ef39d35bfca9361 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392227-does-anyone-want-to-share-accomodation-at-the-conference-in-melb-11-13-april/#post-4582350 Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:06:16 +0000 Hi,Just to let you know that you should consider browsing http://www.hotelclub.com (Slight cheaper than wotif.com.au and allows you to check out dates further than 1 month away) – the accomodation for the Sebel Albert Park Melbourne(during 11-14th) i think is $203/night for the standard room or this is the attached hotel which has the same address Citigat…[Read more]

]]> 9704f48655795392c2fed196356b7832 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392249-cant-sell-my-property-please-help/#post-4582452 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 04:46:24 +0000 Hi Michael,One of the exit strategies – https://www.propertyinvesting.com/forums/property-investing/general-property/4323462 as recommended by Qlds007 is to consider RentTB so it'll create some positive cashflow and ease any repayments required.Get to know how the Nelson Bay market is and if sydney's cycle will effect it in next 12 months etc – i…[Read more]

]]> 072232d0c580156811d9b7f4f8dba39a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391932-martin-ayles-development-blueprint-sell-me-yours/#post-4580597 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 04:23:32 +0000 Me too (as in i'm still looking for someone to sell it)!

]]> bbace5aa87506f86680aa1e5f57fce8c https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391948-creating-a-msn-list-for-porperty-investors-who-want-to-communicate-with-each-other/page/2/#post-4580686 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 03:48:41 +0000 Hi red123nz,Just want to double – for all the emails listed here – you just add them to your MSN contacts?Will be glad to exchange information on the seminar if you want!

]]> f58e5e9d7581936e563354785332ae3f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392069-student-accom-apartments/#post-4581447 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:06:40 +0000 Distressed? hmm…just be careful and go check it out! I didn't purchase it – i just rented there. So no LVR to tell you – sorry!It's a decent place to rent for a student to live by themselves as the building does get locked after 8pm and you need a swipe card to get in but to buy….If you are going to go check it out remember to:1. Ask where t…[Read more]

]]> ec9643cc007bcb6ae5f8aa4563321722 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392069-student-accom-apartments/#post-4581445 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 12:29:59 +0000 PS – looking at the listings and those photos – WOW – they make it look so much better than it actually is!!! PPS – If you haven't seen it in real life yet – get someone to get you "real photos" rather than camera angled zooms that make the rooms look so bigPPPS – If you are getting one – definately get one with a loft – otherwise you will have a…[Read more]

]]> b1355aa028b2f536599017145b5b0df1 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392069-student-accom-apartments/#post-4581444 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 12:22:37 +0000 Oooh Ume,I lived there for 2 years (about 4 years ago now). 1st time in a studio loft ($250/wk) and 2nd time in a larger loft ($360/wk).I know that it was cheap at the time to consider buying but i think the outgoings was quite hefty considering the elevator/24 hours security/swimming pool/conciergeAfter having living there and knowing that alot…[Read more]

]]> 52b0dbb4b61ec34904ed1bfbcc013a97 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392069-student-accom-apartments/#post-4581442 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:51:29 +0000 Hi Ume,Are you considering Unilodge in Broadway?You are aware of all the pitfalls etc and usually those types of apartments are a bit harder to sell etc???Just wondering you've considered all your option Good Luck!

]]> 966049aa531e88c024ba8ecddcbba560 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392069-student-accom-apartments/#post-4581440 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:23:19 +0000 Hi Ume,Just out of curiosity – are you considering purchasing and if so why?Thanks!

]]> 8bd9b5d07517e131d815be862efc93dc https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392052-renting-out-a-principal-residence/#post-4581360 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:19:42 +0000 Hi Blaze,I think what Scott No Mates is talking about is claiming it as PPOR so you can get exempt from CGT whereas i'm talking about FHOG which has different set of rules – so if he is talking about PPOR – then yes it's legal – if talking about FHOG – then no it's not legal.Hope that helps!

]]> c6d1a30cf2020814b5da698c7949bdb0 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4392052-renting-out-a-principal-residence/#post-4581357 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 02:34:00 +0000 Hi,I'm guessing from your info you're based in Perth. For FHOG requirements you must live in it for 12 months from settlement dateCheck it out here – http://www.dtf.wa.gov.au/cms/osr_content.asp?id=385 Hope this helps

]]> 938a9af900bcab9bbefecd1f07390467 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391932-martin-ayles-development-blueprint-sell-me-yours/#post-4580593 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 01:19:35 +0000 Hi Frank,I asked the same question to Candice from propertyinvesting.com just the other day.  Here's her response:"thank you for your email.  We are currently deciding whether the product will be reproduced and updated, which is dependant upon Martin Ayles' availability – at this stage it is looking like we will be re-releasing the product a…[Read more]

]]> 83272a15c71511c4788c6819f7836946 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390988-maximising-borrowings-using-structures/#post-4575058 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 01:14:24 +0000 Hey Tracey!Thanks for putting up this post as i've just finished DVD 5 from Steve's Masterclass as well and have pondered on this since!Also – having listened to his DVDs/CDs – have you also pondered how he came up with all his continuing funding for all his 350+ properties?

]]> a6b3fab2b101fc2ee9cadf74023c560a https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380930-asic-update-on-jamie-mcintyre/page/2/#post-4521216 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 23:57:10 +0000 No offence at all NikkiBlu but your story sounds/is formatted like a cut and paste of a "Success Story" from jamie mcintyre's website.Having said that i have looked at Jamie McIntyre's home study pack and didn't think it was my style so did not follow through. However i do think that some people will be able to make some money from his c…

]]> 3cb9c2203afc1ff3c0676e4ccf641753 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391607-how-did-steve-come-up-with-the-deposits/#post-4578301 Thu, 06 Dec 2007 03:33:22 +0000 Thanks JL – really appreciate your comments.I'm still pondering though – even if Steve bought 10 properties at (on average) $80,000 thats $160k before 5% closing cost. That's alot of $$ saved up.

]]> 2abe1abc5af373b745328111ad89ee91 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391567-if-i-could-find-cashflow-positive-ips-could-i-just-keep-on-buying-them-ie-would-the-banks-keep-on-lending-you-money/#post-4578082 Thu, 06 Dec 2007 01:36:07 +0000 Qlds007 wrote:
Hi MortyDon't want to burst the bubble on your idea but it doesnt work.As a Director of the Company or Trustee of the Trust you are obliged to disclose any liabilities you guarantee and I am sure if you do a search you will find that this topic has been bought up a number of times.If you wish to carry on purchasing properties and…[Read more]

]]> b0409af13e4c99128024e054af2b5829 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384066-1m-achieved/page/2/#post-4540066 Thu, 06 Dec 2007 01:21:36 +0000 Wow – keep going Redwing – you give other people HOPE!!!!Thanks for sharing!Share some tips while you're at it.

]]> 04de962efd7dc22e116af5ec173b6c3f https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391427-first-step-advice/#post-4577162 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:07:57 +0000 Hey hey donkey33!I find myself in a similar position to you. Have you come to any conclusions that you can share?

]]> 722f5bbe347290dda26fb2efae059695 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4391529-source-wealth-momentum-group-12-month-program/#post-4577805 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 03:00:22 +0000 Hi Lottee,Wow! I find myself in the same position that you're in.I went to Positive Real Estate Seminar just last week (in Sydney) on Tuesday and am considering joining their mentoring program myself and before i cough up the $ for it – i've been looking at other mentoring programs that are similarly priced so that i get more value for $. RESULTS…[Read more]

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