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  1. Paul@PAS replied to the thread QLD High moisture issue in the bathroom and toilet..

    $15,000 Plus. Think of all flooring is removed. And all wall / ceiling linings down to framing, Often wall and floor framing is rotten...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 4:41 PM
  2. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Market value vs council rates.

    Valuations for rates and land tax Victoria has annual revaluation of land based on homogenous parcels. The rateable charge per $,000 of...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 3:52 PM
  3. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Buying a property interstate with Help to Buy Scheme.

    You realise its a lease. You own NOTHING until its paid off. If it falls in value you could lose all you paid to rent at a inflated...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 3:35 PM
  4. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Increasing height of a rumpus room.

    Having loads of bedrooms doesnt increase property value if its still 1 bathroom and poor living spaces. Bedrooms must meet code to be...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 3:27 PM
  5. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Inheritance question.

    Gifting by centrelink beneficiaries can count large gifts like its still held and subject to deeming by the gifter. Eg sellinga exampt...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 3:03 PM
  6. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Tax Tip 2: Debt Recycling.

    No. A financial planner cant recommend based on past performance. Same with super returns. The data on past performance is generally...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 3:01 PM
  7. Paul@PAS replied to the thread TD for smsf.

    All. If macquarie folded then I would fear all banks as the Govt couldnt fund the enormity of the big banks failing. A guarantee limit...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 1:31 PM
  8. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Heritage Specialist Real Estate.

    Local agencies would normally have inhouse experience across their team if selling such property. It goes with the local market. Good...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 1:27 PM
  9. Paul@PAS replied to the thread FIRE Starters (Financial Independence, Retire Early).

    Has a obsessed former client who was into FIRE. His wife left him and took half and then he had no house either. Start again. Sometimes...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 11:51 AM
  10. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Has anyone got a retractable / louvre style patio roof?.

    Yes. They will break / bend in wind. Same as caravan and motorhomes. Some have wind sensors to auto-rewind but a sudden southerly could...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 11:42 AM
  11. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Tax Tip 2: Debt Recycling.

    If a financial planner did that they would be finding a new career. Averages are a terrible statistic. Past performance too. Its like...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 11:04 AM
  12. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Claiming expenses for "meetups".

    Claiming a deduction and eligible deductions that are not reveiewed by the ATO unde self-assessment can be very different. I would have...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 10:05 AM
  13. Paul@PAS replied to the thread What comes first? unsecured loan or profit share rule?.

    It is very costly for a JV partner in a unit trust to engage in a legal dispute concerning BOTH a usecured loan and that of beneficial...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 9:46 AM
  14. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Tax Tip 2: Debt Recycling.

    VAS earnings / returns of the past are NOT a indicator of the present. Interest rates now are higher by a factor of 3 than much of the...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 9:03 AM
  15. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Duplex build on PPOR help.

    I cant addresss your q's. I have insufficient information and its why personal tax advice is wise. Seeking advice and documenting...

    24th Apr, 2024 at 8:58 AM