That's exactly what my Financial Planning buddies are saying is happening in their industry, with an escalated effect on the older planners...
I've spoken with two bank BDMs recently and they are both expecting a shake down in the number of Mortgage Brokers. I think it was more around the...
Are you the guarantor? You should have received a whole set of documents addressed to you as the guarrantor. If you haven't you should contact...
I like Liberty particularly in terms of valuations because you can choose the valuer. Handy if you're having some problems.... And we'll be seeing...
Hi Nek, Chris is one of the BNI folk, so well vetted although I don't know him personally. Might be worth a chat? Mr Chris Cowley CKJ Building...
Hi Y-Man, Such a generous offer! I will PM you :)
I think the big pylons are a thing - but don't think I'd worry about this little one. But perhaps factor slightly longer vacant periods in to your...
Citibank were touting 3.63% owner occupied last week, and 4.09% variable. Haven't put one through to them yet so not sure if you could actually...
Sigh! Thanks for posting euro73 I have a pre-approval with ING in place for an ex-pat. Getting them across the line with tax free diplomatic...
Banks are so jittery at present. I had a bank assessor this week ask 'what is the direct debit to AGL? Is it an undisclosed debt?' They had seen...
Just putting my 2cents worth in that I reckon it's worth changing the bathroom and laundry. People have no imagination. They expect wet areas to...
And don't forget to talk to a property savvy tax accountant before you buy! They can save you thousands if they help you tweak your structure for...
Hi Val, Chiming in that if your looking at a part of the freeway that is often clogged with traffic at a standstill that is when you get the worst...
Bluestone like tradies. They might look at it.
And the deals offered. '2nd Tier' lenders are offering some tempting deals at present :)
Before deciding I would look at: - Median prices - Growth history for apartments in those suburbs over the past 10 years - 'standard' sort of...
I went over to the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in 2005. Was a great experience - highly recommend if you get the chance :)
We were up there for a week over the summer. We stayed on McLeay Island. We have stayed at Coochiemudlo before, which is more like Russell Island...
I reckon you hit the nail on the head here, MTR. I have a client who bought two townhouses in Emerald, QLD during the boom. All was fine while the...
Hi Maddy, I think it really depends on who you are and what you want for the next few years? 1) If you want to go hard and make sacrifices talk...
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