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  1. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Land lease downsizing.

    There have been a lot of complaints about many operators. Often the home is relocatable but this is often high cost and highly...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 5:02 PM
  2. Paul@PAS replied to the thread What are the downsides to buying property through SMSF vs just shares in normal super fund?.

    Predicting growth is a guess at best.

    18th Apr, 2024 at 4:00 PM
  3. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Thinking of selling after 10 years.

    The ones I am seeing sell down as also those with a home loan. They are selling to pay that down. Ignoring debt recycling this can save...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 3:58 PM
  4. Paul@PAS attached a file to the thread Is my friend up for any cost to move a fence?.

    I call ti the China maps effect. Google images dont align with actual roads and structures ANYWHERE in China. Its a requirement of the...

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  5. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Terry's Tax Tips.

    Not quite the thread but... A main residence requires LAND and also a dwelling. A caravan or motorhome could suffice as a dwelling...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 3:07 PM
  6. Paul@PAS replied to the thread What are the downsides to buying property through SMSF vs just shares in normal super fund?.

    11% is a bit optimistic. And property 7.5% ?? More typically yield is 3%. but with high interest and costs its a loss. So no net yield....

    18th Apr, 2024 at 2:43 PM
  7. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Zero Lot || Hills Shire Council NSW.

    Hills shire are funny. Many locations may allow a garage within .9 and even be on the line BUT double garage may need to be wholly...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 2:32 PM
  8. Paul@PAS replied to the thread how deep for drainage pipe.

    If they dont come back its likley a license complaint for workmanship contrary to code and a tribunal claim. Let the PM know the...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 2:22 PM
  9. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Claiming Repair as cost base.

    Repairs if they are NOT initial repairs may be deductible OR added to the costbase if its initial repairs. The balance of the...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 2:19 PM
  10. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Advice Needed on Handling ETFs/Shares for Home Down Payment.

    A lender could have issues with the sum of tax on the ETFs (capital gains). Tjis could affect the equity in the shares & ETFs if you...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 2:14 PM
  11. Paul@PAS liked Marty McDonald's post in the thread New trusts needing 12 months operation before being profitable.

    The standard for a new set up would be a letter stating "not trading and has no liabilities" rather than an established entity letter...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 12:12 PM
  12. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Q: strata fees in arrears.

    The collections on arrears is not a owner issue. It is one for the strata committee to address and resolve. The owners should only make...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 12:10 PM
  13. Paul@PAS replied to the thread how deep for drainage pipe.

    The plumber should know the requirements. And pipe type and joints etc. That is way too shallow. Its unprotected from damage. When we...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 11:40 AM
  14. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Cost of quotation.

    I would argue if all quotes cost $1K the cost of the insurance loss is $101K if its a insuarnce claim event. Insurer should include a...

    18th Apr, 2024 at 11:34 AM
  15. Paul@PAS replied to the thread Complex Loan Structure.

    You could be a guarantor. There are some products for "family guarantee" which can limit you exposure if he fails to meet his loan....

    18th Apr, 2024 at 11:29 AM