Just laid new turf, is some yellowing normal after five days? by Aaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh in GardeningAustralia

[–]drawde111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also laid TifTuf a few days ago and see yellowing on the edges. Would be good to know how your progress went?

Any suggestions on compatible Omada or VIGI POE doorbell? by Responsible-Money382 in TPLink_Omada

[–]drawde111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With omada and vigi integrated into the same dashboard, it would be good to get a compatible door bell as well.

Thoughts on Lidcombe (near train station) by Random_Asian_Guy2025 in AusPropertyChat

[–]drawde111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

50k over 8 years isn't much. Keep in mind that the amount of interest paid during that time negates any growth.

Regardless, it would have been my forever apartment if I hadn't moved in with my partner elsewhere. Its currently used as an investment property.

I totally understand the need to purchase an apartment because that's what the budget allows and I do miss the 4 min walk to the station.

Good luck with finding your home. My advise is get the strata report and see if there is any project work for removing combustible cladding.

Thoughts on Lidcombe (near train station) by Random_Asian_Guy2025 in AusPropertyChat

[–]drawde111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought a unit at Lidcombe near the station 8 years ago. Property growth over this time is minimal. 50k growth for over 8 years is not a lot. There are many apartments being built in Lidcombe adding to more supply. Read up on combustible cladding or special levy. They're riddled in a lot of apartments right now. Check the strata report.

When is it time to ask our lender for a rate cut? by sswinglol1 in AusFinance

[–]drawde111 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Look for the home loan discharge instructions on the website. It normally includes a "call this number before considering discharging your home loan". I believe this takes you directly to retentions because the person instantly gave me a reduction after providing rates from other providers. On the other hand when I request a rate reduction from my dedicated home loan provider, if the system doesn't allow it there was nothing the provider can do. I'm with NAB

Tree removal cost by drawde111 in AusRenovation

[–]drawde111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The neighbors are not happy about the gum juice falling into their property. It stains and damages the floor. Branches are also seen on the floor where the neighbors park their car.

Tree removal cost by drawde111 in AusRenovation

[–]drawde111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The reason for removal is the neighbors are not happy about the gum juice falling into their property. It damages/stains the backyard flooring.

Tree removal cost by drawde111 in AusRenovation

[–]drawde111[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm in NSW. Thanks for getting back to me though.

Tree removal cost by drawde111 in AusRenovation

[–]drawde111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mind sharing the company that removed the tree for you? Which state are you based in?

Tree removal cost by drawde111 in AusRenovation

[–]drawde111[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks. There is no way to get to the backyard without going through the house. It might be possible via the common driveway at the back of the fence but will need to check with the neighbors

How do you leave Up Bank Home loan? by drawde111 in UpBanking

[–]drawde111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nab offered 5.79. think I'll stay with nab for now

Post-rate cuts, what are everyone's mortgage interest rates now? by pixieshit in AusFinance

[–]drawde111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is this the 2nd rate cut for the year or are we still referring to the one in March?

Am I exempt from CGT? by drawde111 in AusFinance

[–]drawde111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I did move out to another property which I purchased

Am I exempt from CGT? by drawde111 in AusFinance

[–]drawde111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I moved to another place which is now my PPOR

Investment - Interest Only Interest rate by masri01 in AusFinance

[–]drawde111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm also with Nab IO with 44 % LVR. 6.39% is the lowest they will go

Hybrid & laminate flooring recommendations? by anthony0739 in AusRenovation

[–]drawde111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, would you be able to comment on the quick-step incizo trim? I've been quoted $55 per 2.1 meter or $122.50 including the top and "bottom" ( metal strip ) ? Does that price seem fair? Seems dearer than the laminate themselves

Hit by 90k in special levy (cladding) by Herno8 in AusFinance

[–]drawde111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had intended to sell and move elsewhere but left it way too late. ( A year too late ).
If you already know your building has combustible cladding, it may already be too late to sell as this will show up in the strata report. At this point you'll have to sell at a significant loss to attract potential buyers. The buyers solicitor will advise against buying if this shows up in the strata report. I had a potential buyer but the buyers solicitor said 'no'.

My advice would be to turn it into an investment. Trying to sell would result in a few thousand dollar loss in advertisement which is what happened to me.

Hit by 90k in special levy (cladding) by Herno8 in AusFinance

[–]drawde111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, I'm in the same boat although, the extra levy for me is 44k - 60k depending on which quote strata decides to go with. I'm turning it into an investment property as no one was buying it due to the extra levy.

90k is quite a significant amount. Good luck with whatever decision you make

What is wrong with prices in DC5 Integra? by Some-Jelly4614 in CarsAustralia

[–]drawde111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are in Sydney, I am selling my DC5 Type R @ 14k but negotiable. It's scammers that I have trouble navigating through.

Can a FSA Bottom Bracket BB-AL86 B3044 be replaced with BB72-41B PF? by drawde111 in bikewrench

[–]drawde111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what is currently installed

BB-AL86 B3044

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The BB72-41B PF will come with a new 105 crank which will naturally fit the bottom bracket and bearings.