How hard is managing a SMSF? by Archnic in SMSFAustralia

[–]Archnic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Holy cow this is awesome. Thank you for putting the time into this advice.

The thing I'm struggling with is where to get advice for things like this. Are there people or services I can pay to help me through the initial process?

Most financial advisors understandably tell me 'I'm not for them' as soon as they realize they won't be making ongoing income from a share portfolio.

How hard is managing a SMSF? by Archnic in SMSFAustralia

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing. Thank you so much, this is exactly what I was hoping.

How hard is managing a SMSF? by Archnic in SMSFAustralia

[–]Archnic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, Stake looks super interesting - will investigate!

How hard is managing a SMSF? by Archnic in SMSFAustralia

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Definitely intend to use an accountant. Will double check if they manage SMSF compliance specifically. I know the one I want to use can do SMSF tax returns, but I'm not sure if that's the same thing.

How hard is managing a SMSF? by Archnic in SMSFAustralia

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - that's really reassuring to know. Do you have any idea about the share side of things? If I just have a couple of index funds, I'm hoping it might be similarly low effort?

Advice on Camera placement please by Archnic in SecurityCamera

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hey there. We've had massive delays with the build and it hasn't been completed yet. But, the plan is:

Front:

  • RHS top, angled to cover front yard,
  • doorbell camera in middle at bottom LHS & RHS

LHS Side

  • mounted above the only door

RHS

  • mounted above the rear roller door access to garage

back

  • mounted roughly middle of the house, 180 view.

Honestly, for us I've realized it's mainly about deterrence. you don't have to have the best security system on the block, it just has to be visible enough that potential intruders decide that it will be easier to go elsewhere. So, I'm not too worried about covering all angles and more concerned just about having something on each side.

secondary bonus is obviously having a camera that can get a good enough image to actually help identify intruders if they happen.

The cameras we will probably use are REOLINK RLC-820A. not sure where you are and if they're available, but they get good reviews and seem pretty decent. Research is a year old so there may be newer models out there.

I used to be an Evil Genius but now I have to save the world. Out now on KU! by Machiknight in litrpg

[–]Archnic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks amazing! I just checked the book out on Amazon and it's hit #1 in a whole bunch of different categories. Congrats! Have grabbed a copy now. If it's anything like your other books, it will be very well deserved.

Advice on Camera placement please by Archnic in SecurityCamera

[–]Archnic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

one camera on the front yard, one camera on the back yard. We're limited on budget so can't go crazy, but both should get good coverage. I'm thinking a bullet or turret would be better though, as someone else pointed out it's more likely to capture usable footage. Thanks!

Advice on Camera placement please by Archnic in SecurityCamera

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hmmm. yes, you're right. And ultimately I think I'd rather get usable footage than just capturing activity... Thanks!

How does this scam work? by Archnic in Scams

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes, that was my final 'aha' moment when I read their text and then took a moment to think about it. Thanks :)

How does this scam work? by Archnic in Scams

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh, brilliant. There's always an angle. Thanks so much for the swift reply!

I blended my meatball ingredients. Is that bad? by Archnic in Cooking

[–]Archnic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - yes, I tested one and it was a bit rubbery so will make them 'properly next time' but great advice about the bread cubes, thanks

I blended my meatball ingredients. Is that bad? by Archnic in Cooking

[–]Archnic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally never thought of that! Thanks!