PropertyInvesting.com | Yuppy Hippy 101 | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/yuppy-hippy-101/activity/ Activity feed for Yuppy Hippy 101. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:40:50 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 a8baf8da5ea83b1aacd9ed4fddeb7c32 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic What do you want out of your property manager? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406873-what-do-you-want-out-of-your-property-manager/#post-4671977 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 05:32:03 +0000 Have a system whereby they are checking that the trades people have completed their work.  Alot of them rely on the tenant calling them to advise that the trades person didn't turn up or the owner calling a couple of months after being advised of the repair and not receiving any bill.

]]> 81d2655597bb75da9c1afaf92118492c Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Borrowing money for SMSF in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406954-borrowing-money-for-smsf/#post-4672558 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 04:51:21 +0000 Thanks Matt

]]> e916ec4d8e8f93ac1897326065dd35b0 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670901 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 04:46:45 +0000 WendywooSent you PM, if you didn't receive I must of done something wrong.  If you didn't receive PM me and I will reply.bfree2live

]]> 075a16f9df570ed0a2aa2496802f7e33 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Borrowing money for SMSF in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406954-borrowing-money-for-smsf/#post-4672555 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:01:30 +0000 Thanks JacMMy broker is very experienced and I have been doing business with her for a long time.  But I will definitely keep Richard in mind.bfree2live

]]> 73f1105f793ace226353eeed8572014d Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670898 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 21:48:58 +0000 Hi MACQIf it was my name I would post, hopefully somebody will tell me how to PM?

]]> fdb2d7e6553dfea2c4755b0f760c6872 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Borrowing money for SMSF in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406954-borrowing-money-for-smsf/#post-4672551 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 05:39:47 +0000 Thanks Richard, Yes, starting to get  a bit bored now after only 2 months!  Nearly have my real estate licence, (just thought I should get it!!) looking into a small development at the moment. At this stage my mortgage broker is looking into SMSF loan for me, if she can't help me I will contact you.  I had previously asked a financial advisor that…[Read more]

]]> 7a5346533b46fe04bada30b40b8732a9 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670895 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 05:27:17 +0000 Sorry, havn't been on this site for a while and can't remember how to PM somebody.  Can somebody help me?

]]> 44d36115a73a4f483d36dc4ac6f24762 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670892 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:54:20 +0000 BTW, I know somebody who works at the biggest accommodation complex for international students near the uni and it goes in cycles.  Alot of vacancy at certain times of the year (holidays, etc) 

]]> 59f10736eb600d6bee91ddbaad382f9f Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670891 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:43:49 +0000 Hi MACQI live in Toowoomba, originally from Gold Coast.  I've done a small development, renovated, etc.Quality suburbs – Rangeville, East Toowoomba, Areas of Centenary Heights and South Toowoomba (East of Ruthven St)  This is the area that I look in.  Older style houses do have some asbestos but usually just wet areas. (not sure if this is a con…[Read more]

]]> 022fc14b2affc7d1d6cfd860fa123123 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Hi MACQ I live in Toowoomba, https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670890 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:42:20 +0000 Hi MACQ

I live in Toowoomba, originally from Gold Coast.  I've done a small development, renovated, etc.

Quality suburbs – Rangeville, East Toowoomba, Areas of Centenary Heights and South Toowoomba (East of Ruthven St) 

This is the area that I look in.  Older style houses do have some asbestos but usually just wet areas. (not sure if this is…[Read more]

]]> 2913000ce1e09752e8c2f3b0b44fe81f Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Good areas in Toowomba in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406713-good-areas-in-toowomba/#post-4670890 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:42:20 +0000 Hi MACQI live in Toowoomba, originally from Gold Coast.  I've done a small development, renovated, etc.Quality suburbs – Rangeville, East Toowoomba, Areas of Centenary Heights and South Toowoomba (East of Ruthven St)  This is the area that I look in.  Older style houses do have some asbestos but usually just wet areas. (not sure if this is a con…[Read more]

]]> ecb21f33ead466a51e5e0ade9797d68a Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Taking Council to court in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4402109-taking-council-to-court/#post-4637606 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 22:31:14 +0000 I also wanted to add –  When we originally looked in to subdividing our land we were told by council and our surveyor that Kurb and Channel might be required.  We received a quote FROM COUNCIL to do this and it was between $4 – $5K.  When we put in the DA COUNCIL ENGINEERS came back to Council Boss X and said that in this particular case kurb and…[Read more]

]]> 633feb534305d993b65d2d5766b1235f Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Taking Council to court in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4402109-taking-council-to-court/#post-4637605 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 20:54:59 +0000 Hi Scott No MatesThanks for your reply.  As you said – If all future developments are hit with the same charges.  Ours is the first of it's kind in the area and council is trying to set a precedent with us.  The land is in Regional QLD on an acreage estate, not many other block can subdivide due to the location of their houses. (most of the ho…[Read more]

]]> 3138b021221d061b6aace9d9e3535859 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Turning your PPOR into an investment property in the forum Hi Brunowa An accountant https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401886-turning-your-ppor-into-an-investment-property/#post-4636172 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:57:46 +0000 Hi BrunowaAn accountant would be able to best advise you.  It is my understanding that you cannot transfer equity from a PPOR to an investment property and claim the negative gearing benefits.  So if you have a lot of equity in your current PPOR you would not be able to transfer this equity to your new PPOR.  Do you have a large deposit for yo…[Read more]

]]> c93acb06138e6321a7ea67661ed373e0 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Asbestos removal in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401835-asbestos-removal-3/#post-4635846 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:55:25 +0000 I have been on the internet for a few hours researching asbestos removal, etc and this link has alot of information:http://www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/subjects/asbestos/householders/index.htmMight help somebody else.I found the information that I was looking for and that is, is it better to remove asbestos or cover it up? (if in good c…[Read more]

]]> 93e14a759dd03ea7462afe8d2e9a5db4 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Asbestos removal in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401835-asbestos-removal-3/#post-4635845 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 08:58:28 +0000 DWolfe, I have only done a drive by at this stage, all of the external walls, not sure about internal or roof.  I know that the dividing walls are brick.Depreciator, thanks for the tax tip.bfree2live

]]> 13fee278f9dd0ebbb6b06d6494bf6fab Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Asbestos removal in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401835-asbestos-removal-3/#post-4635842 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:34:43 +0000 Thanks Scott No MatesYes worth considering.thanksbfree2live

]]> 0434e11d74ccb0a9072ec23e2acfa5af Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Asbestos removal in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401835-asbestos-removal-3/#post-4635841 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:32:34 +0000 Thanks RuthI have read a few other threads regarding asbestos on this forum.  It really bothers some people and other people don't worry about it.  I think that I would prefer to take out the asbestos, just wondering whether it would be worth doing this or just pulling down the whole building and re building.  The building is old and it might no…[Read more]

]]> e8fb82983dc56cb53e09abba4f5fca42 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Asbestos removal in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4401835-asbestos-removal-3/#post-4635838 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:45:22 +0000 Thanks DWolfeYes it is regional.  Yes, I'm considering self managing if I purchase.  I'm in the process of getting my real estate licence so I am confident that I will be able to self manage.I think I'll get a building inspection done and go with the building inspector.  Even if I don't end up purchasing it will be a good learning experience, re…[Read more]

]]> f9cff126333cca4e88e0e5c52443810a Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic "property managers" too busy to manage properties! in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398484-property-managers-too-busy-to-manage-properties/page/3/#post-4615457 Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:26:02 +0000  One of my tenants vacated in arrears ($950) and my PM advised me that I could employ a debt collector ($165 and they take 20% of the money recovered)  I asked what does the debt collector do that you don't do?  Her reply was that they are not debt collecting specialists!I thought that Terri Scheer didn't pay for the first 6 weeks rent, don't kn…[Read more]

]]> 3bf31b0fe4cc1532b47cf257ae0c5bba Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic "property managers" too busy to manage properties! in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398484-property-managers-too-busy-to-manage-properties/page/3/#post-4615443 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 04:49:11 +0000 gronk007No, I don't think that you are over reacting.  I have no idea what PM's actually manage anymore??  I am considering doing my own Property Management.  Have you considered doing it yourself?

]]> 5cc593af33641e54906915b48640ef62 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic "property managers" too busy to manage properties! in the forum In 17 years I have had 12 https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398484-property-managers-too-busy-to-manage-properties/page/3/#post-4615439 Fri, 15 Oct 2010 07:10:37 +0000 In 17 years I have had 12 investment properties and I still havn't found a PM that I am totally happy with.  We are currently building and renting a place and now I am experiencing what it is like to be a tenant.  I'm now even more disillusioned about what a PM actually manages.  I am currently in the process of getting my real estate licen…[Read more]

]]> 2cd514f8a71698a32aff21c30630514b Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Kit Homes vs Spec Homes in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4400336-kit-homes-vs-spec-homes/#post-4626839 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:48:03 +0000 Hi Will 2 WinI have competed myhomework on kit homes vs project builders.  I investigated construction of a duplex pair with ASK Homes.  All costs with a builder was approx $400K (this includes all council fees, engineering fees, etc and duplex ready to live in)  The ASK duplex as a comparison would be approx $350K.  Still not convinced that the $…[Read more]

]]> b1a3ce55c0b27721b111e318fc971489 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Kit Homes vs Spec Homes in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4400336-kit-homes-vs-spec-homes/#post-4626829 Sat, 26 Jun 2010 01:35:52 +0000 Hi Will2WinHave you looked at ASK Homes website?  I'm going through the same process at the moment, so will let you know what I find.

]]> 687b557c8e4401655eab73d1a2cafebc Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic why does everyone want to retire at 40??? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399778-why-does-everyone-want-to-retire-at-40/#post-4623524 Sun, 23 May 2010 15:30:34 +0000 I'm 40, I love my job.  I've been investing in property for 17 years.  My goal was to go part-time at 40, which I have done.  My goal is to have the option of retiring from paid employment at 45.  Unless the conditions in my job change too much I will keep working as long as I desire.  Let's face it, it is very hard to get rich by working for an E…[Read more]

]]> 965ab6c4e74cfbbb18563e4102fa9ba0 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Anyone considering buying an electric car? in the forum I just bought the Ford https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399438-anyone-considering-buying-an-electric-car/#post-4621486 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 12:58:14 +0000 I just bought the Ford Festiva Econetic, diesel.  Most fuel efficient car you can buy right now.  I get 900km out of a 40 litre tank. ($50 to fill)  My previous car was a Hyundai Getz and the fuel economy in my Econetic is twice as good.If you wanted to buy an electric car you could look into solar power farming for extra electricity.  A fri…[Read more]

]]> d3010db951c008899cdb7cb167b6b2af Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic developing in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395864-developing-2/#post-4601729 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 20:39:22 +0000 Ardenvale Homes, Hugh Begg

]]> 4b92b8f0e4036f69819484cc44c9199a Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Tree change in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399146-tree-change/#post-4619464 Fri, 02 Apr 2010 08:59:12 +0000 Hi RyanThanks for reply.  It's great that you have worked out that time is SO precious at an early age.  Took me quite a few years to work it out!  Bit slow! (-:We are loving Toowoomba, people there are so friendly and it is very child friendly.  We have finalised our house plans and plans have been submitted to council and the surveyor is wor…[Read more]

]]> 692d93ac4eb3728ac88f21172e0cfab0 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Ben VS the world. in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398978-ben-vs-the-world/#post-4618354 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 07:32:56 +0000 Ben, you are too funny. I am sitting in a hotel room in LA by myself and have watched all of your You Tube video's.  It has kept me amused for ages.  Love  the plasticine one and of course your proposal and I was laughing so hard I cried when I watched the cooking one.  You are a natural, have you considered Hollywood??bfree2live

]]> dcdbbf39b17b331be68697f24940d0d4 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Tree change in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4399146-tree-change/#post-4619462 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 07:24:05 +0000 Thanks Sonya and ByronI picked up my new Ford Fiesta Econetic a couple of days ago.  It is the most fuel efficient car on the market at the moment.  Fits in with the sustainable, eco friendly life that we are going to create.  It's bright green!One of my goals in life was always to have a holiday house but decided to buy into the Wyndham club (t…[Read more]

]]> 61fa41857c1e23e1766a871bf365834d Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic "property managers" too busy to manage properties! in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4398484-property-managers-too-busy-to-manage-properties/#post-4615411 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:11:55 +0000 I have been so disillusioned with Property Managers that I have decided to get a real estate licence and do something about it!………. stay tuned!

]]> 7c4f136e0d3771c02f53e024b0cad3f2 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Should I get Pest Inspection done? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395867-should-i-get-pest-inspection-done/#post-4601756 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:17:18 +0000 Hi NonnieECan you find out who built the house?  Ask  the builder if termite protection was done on the development.  Get something in writing.  If it was included, is there a warranty?  Get a copy of the warranty.  I built 4 units one year ago and it was part of the council development approval to have termite protection.DIYPM

]]> cbe9ccad46ae82e15286af827e1490b6 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic developing in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395864-developing-2/#post-4601725 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:05:30 +0000 Hi Andrew- Contact local builder for ESTIMATE of what you require. Allow another $50K-$60k per dwelling on top of builders price as an estimate.  Most builders don't include absolutely everything in their quote.  Read the fine print.  – Contact local council for DA requirements and fees for whole development.  The answer will probably be very vag…[Read more]

]]> dbfb786d957800c79572ef1792f47fa5 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Help with Contract Clauses - allowing entry for prospective tenants? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395833-help-with-contract-clauses-allowing-entry-for-prospective-tenants/#post-4601564 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:27:09 +0000 Hi KellAdvise the real estate agent what you would like to do and ask them for the appropriate wording.  Or otherwise ask your solicitor.DIYPM

]]> 36cc13b5cdd5e35248926f7f3356ee23 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic How much holding deposit? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395828-how-much-holding-deposit/#post-4601536 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:24:05 +0000 Hi JimmyJI have bought an investment property with a holding deposit of $20.  At the time I wanted to borrow 110% of the purchase price for tax reasons.DIYPM

]]> a96eaec0e25542c7d670f77a1957686f Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic fixed interest home loan or variable? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395830-fixed-interest-home-loan-or-variable/#post-4601547 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:06:53 +0000 Hi S21034It depends on your personal circumstances.  Can you afford it if the interest rates go up?  Will you be able  to sleep at night or would you be lying awake at night worrying that the interest rates might go up?With the global economy the way it is, the interest rates will probably be low for a while, also a good time to fix your in…[Read more]

]]> 33f127256865604b12b1e0fd1a157b3b Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic trust structure in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395825-trust-structure-8/#post-4601530 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:48:53 +0000 Hi ZaxolipFind an accountant that specialises in trust structuring.  I have a trust but find it difficult at times in getting finance as some finance institutes will only loan to individuals.  There are tax benefits though and provides some protection.DIYPM

]]> e4f5673693ce00a3d6cdc60af904728e Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic Holiday Rental in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395547-holiday-rental/#post-4600064 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 03:23:13 +0000 1Winner and PropertyQuotesBook,I had looked into renting out my properties as holiday accommadation but found it challenging to get short term holiday rental insurance and also when I rang the Office Of Fair Trading (QLD) they said that a holiday letting licence is required to do this.  I even completed a profile on stayz but got turned off the…[Read more]

]]> 9fc4019c6678b55338f2567e9849aa83 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic First time home buyer in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395813-first-time-home-buyer-2/#post-4601460 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:46:03 +0000 Hi MattGood on you for having the initiative to look into property at such a young age.  This forum is filled with information as god_of_money pointed out.  You could easily spend hours looking at information.  There is also a list of recommended books to read on this forum.  Read books (get them from the library and save your money) go and loo…[Read more]

]]> 8972b8027b33234b261243f678990c46 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic COST ESTIMATING - Building new Units in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395765-cost-estimating-building-new-units/#post-4601223 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 06:36:30 +0000 Hi Keiko489.3 sqm.  (including floor area, porch, carport) All units have 2 bdrms, ensuite and sgl lock up garage.  Unit 4 also has a carport and a theatre room.Also Adam, make sure there is no asbestos in the house or fences as it is very expensive to get it removed, or factor that into the cost.DIYPM

]]> 1f94301f59c582fe7c8f5308def48372 Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic COST ESTIMATING - Building new Units in the forum Hi Adam I'm not sure where https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395765-cost-estimating-building-new-units/#post-4601221 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:32:39 +0000 Hi Adam
I'm not sure where you are located but I will tell you my story:
I had 4 units built on an 1100m2 block 1 year ago in Toowoomba, Queensland. (1.5hrs drive west of Brisbane)  The building side of things including absolutely everything (council fees, etc) was approximately $580K. The initial purchase of the land is not included in this.  I h…[Read more]

]]> dd615af023142aae1bb38ea066e8743a Yuppy Hippy 101 replied to the topic COST ESTIMATING - Building new Units in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395765-cost-estimating-building-new-units/#post-4601221 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:32:39 +0000 Hi AdamI'm not sure where you are located but I will tell you my story:I had 4 units built on an 1100m2 block 1 year ago in Toowoomba, Queensland. (1.5hrs drive west of Brisbane)  The building side of things including absolutely everything (council fees, etc) was approximately $580K. The initial purchase of the land is not included in this.  I h…[Read more]

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