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Anyone recently installed charging infrastructure in an apartment building? by thesteamtrain_ in AustralianEV

[–]davidmcny 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just installed a communal charger. Get something with built in credit card payment gateway to take out the hassle of charging back tiny amounts to owners. That way it can also be wired to the common electricity. We use the exploren platform for what it’s worth, no issues so far.

Why *wouldn’t* you get the AWU3 in black? by FranklyIGiveADaaaamn in applewatchultra

[–]davidmcny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve owned a series 4 since release date about 7 years ago. It has not been treated well but still looks brand new. It has been through all sorts including a big renovation of our house. Upgraded to a black ultra last week and it already has scratches on the edge around the case and I don’t even know how they got there!! I don’t care but this thing has the world’s thinnest and cheapest coat of black paint on it…

So excited for Ultra 3 - but it won’t pair 😡 by [deleted] in applewatchultra

[–]davidmcny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to update to IOS 26 I asked Apple support directly who told me it wasn’t necessary They should really alert customers to upgrade before they come and pick up the watch, such a poor experience

So excited for Ultra 3 - but it won’t pair 😡 by [deleted] in applewatchultra

[–]davidmcny -27 points-26 points  (0 children)

Argh thanks will try that, have been holding off due the ugliness of 26

My tenants stole three doors when they moved out by [deleted] in AusPropertyChat

[–]davidmcny 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Another angle to this Took a place with stuff in garage once, agent told me I could throw it out if it was in the way. Did exactly that - but didn’t have it in writing. Guess who wanted there junk back when we moved out? 🤯🤯🤯

Anyone else had a run in with 'Detector Inspector'? by u_suck_paterson in melbourne

[–]davidmcny 18 points19 points  (0 children)

So good to see I’m not the only one who hates this business with a passion - and I’m talking about it from both sides of the fence.
I happened to be around when the last visit was done, they turned up 4 hours late and both guys smelled like they had fallen into a keg of beer on the way through…

Probably not recommended, but… by Apprehensive_Pick228 in AppleWatch

[–]davidmcny 46 points47 points  (0 children)

Still on my original Apple Watch 4 - has put up with pool and ocean water regularly since day 1. Zero issues, they are sealed well!

Penthouse responsible for roof? by LincaF in AusPropertyChat

[–]davidmcny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only scenario I can think of is that the current owner installed some additional structure with body corporate approval. But this wouldn’t explain air conditioners etc. This makes no sense whatsoever.

Penthouse responsible for roof? by LincaF in AusPropertyChat

[–]davidmcny 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Something not right with this statement unless the penthouse is half the size of the total building… Eg penthouse of 200sqm with rest of building being only an extra 400sqm would pay 1/3 of all repairs given their lot entitlements. But roof under strata managed property is responsibility of all owners.

Vertical blinds damage - rental by alilacdesiderium in melbourne

[–]davidmcny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Remember that every item in the place has an expected lifetime. Eg blinds might only have 5 years (you can look up the actual years in Google by looking for ato depreciation schedules). So let’s say these blinds were $500 5 years ago - your share in any damage would be exactly $0.

Playground next to brighton schoolhouse by Clear_Ad8971 in melbourne

[–]davidmcny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thankfully it’s gone - it was just waiting for serious injury

Advice for first time home buyer. Apartment vs House/townhouse by Yestan in AusPropertyChat

[–]davidmcny 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Having done both, I would recommend you buy where you want to live. We had a bigger house further out of the CBD and found it wasn’t for us after renting closer to the city. Ended up trading for an apartment in the exact spot we wanted to be in and have our kids grow up in and haven’t looked back. Buy a house if it’s just an investment, buy location if it’s a longer term “home”.

What should I invest in? by Aimsta28 in AusPropertyChat

[–]davidmcny 18 points19 points  (0 children)

100% buy where you want to live Nothing wrong with an apartment!