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SupermanPrime on Novated Lease with LeasePlan and Won't Allow Us to Claim Home Charging for Our EV

I am not sure why your leasing company is being so difficult on this when its not their money at stake. In the running costs, things like…

Yep pretty much. Goes to show net profit isn’t just a simple calculation of sold-bought price.

I lost about 5% after 24months ownership. Bought 370k peak 2017, did 50k in renos. Sold 430k 2.5 years later, just prior covid stage 4…

Market stalls abit leading up to election as everyone is waiting for housing policy spiels from the politicians.

If you’re intending to buy after selling, it will likely work against you if interest rates drop.

REAs hear this “in no rush to sell” statement all the time. They see right through this and run their usual campaign and spiel…

The vendors preferred price is already in the upper 1/3 of the revised price range. This is a private sale so the vendors undisclosed…

voo123 commented on Is The Real Estate Agent Playing Games with Me?
Generally when I sell a home, I consider the break even cost as the sum of stamp duty, REA commission, interest component of mortgage,…

I help my parents manage 2 investment properties with a great PM, and it’s definitely getting harder nowadays through tenancy laws…

I am a local and love it when the government steps in with free handouts. As a homeowner, it boosts the prices of homes so the increased…

voo123 commented on Spring Mattress Recommendations from People Who’ve Had Theirs 1+ Year – Still Comfy or Sagged?
https://sleepnrelax.com.au/ Got my king mattress from here as per recommendation from Karl Ausbeds. The quality is great and its made…

The Asian immigrants have great work ethics because they see Australia as having many opportunities to get ahead and make the most of it.…

One thing I don’t cheap out on is food! There’s no budget restriction on food or grocery shopping. Generally, I wouldn’t call myself…

It is definitely hard for me to turn down extra work for income at the moment. I see my parents struggle as immigrants coming here as…

voo123 commented on Housing Circumstances of OzBargainers
Worked like a dog over the past 10 years and still do. Bought home at peak 2022. 700k mortgage, currently paying it off around 100k/year…

Spot on. The specialist mechanic I go charges $170/hr and is highly trained in diagnostics as well as preventative inspections. Its abit…

2016 VW Passat Diesel serviced at Euro specialist. $380 Minor service (oil +filter) + inspections, tyres rotated. Major Service with DSG,…

voo123 commented on Pre-Election First Homebuyer Promises - 5% Deposit for All Vs Deduct Mortgage Payments from Income Taxes
5% deposit is risky. It leaves the buyer vulnerable to defaulting on mortgage repayments. I would be concerned for borrowers on 5% deposit.…

voo123 posted a forum topic Reolink CX810 Vs CX820
Looking for good quality poe cctv cameras in low light conditions and have been sussing out ozbargain’s favourite brand, Reolink. Looking…

Be careful of Rockbank or any new estate between Caroline Springs and Melton. It is bumper to bumper congestion on Western Freeways 7am…

Frozen beans are harder and room temp beans so there’s abit more wear and tear over a long period of time. I guess clumping isn’t a big…

The bambino wand has 1 hole so its weaker and takes time to steam milk. The bambino plus has 3 holes and is quicker. Milk steaming result…

Have a look at Lance Hedricks coffee equipment reviews. He reviews equipment at various budgets and ranks them within their price points.…

Generally, conical is good for black coffee as it extracts stronger flavour profiles. Flat burrs good for milk coffee as it extracts a…

Yeah minimal retention is important to achieve coffee consistency. I.e 18g beans in, 18g powder out. Most don’t weigh the output, the…

Certainly is ! Sub $800 combos are actually considered entry lvl in the coffee scene. My workplace has a $800 breville barista express…

I wouldn’t consider manual cos im lazy. If budget is a constraint, prioritise on getting a decent grinder instead. Grinder is more…

You replace your burrs only when it needs replacing, i.e clumping or inconsistent grind size. Its pretty easy to replace with youtube video…

No major static or retention issues of note. I drink 1 cup of coffee a day and haven’t had to service it yet. I brush the chute once a…

DF54 for $429 from a local seller is good value. I use it everyday and haven’t had any issues. Zero retention grinder so you make…
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