My Story
So, What Do You Do?
When I first quit my job, I used to dread that question. Now, I love it. When I first overcame my Just Over Broke (JOB) condition (e.g. I quit my JOB!) back in July 2009, I used to stumble pretty badly when asked this question. “Uh, hmmm, let’s see.” Is how I’d normally start. Then […]
Australia Day and Vegemite!
I got up early this morning to join a 3 km fun run. Part of the traditional Australia Day celebration here in Alice Springs. And, also a fund raiser for the folks affected by the flooding in Queensland. So, at 6:30 am, I’m on the trail with my daughter Franchesca. Jogging – very slowly – […]
My 10 Step Property Investment Formula
Put your pencils down. Don’t get out any paper. My property investment formula is pretty basic. Not a lot of brainpower required. And, I guess that’s a major reason why I like property investing so much – it’s simple. Maybe not easy; but certainly simple. Dave’s 10 Step Property Investment Formula
House Review
I went to an open house yesterday. Although I’m not looking to buy anything right now, I’m always looking. Even on holiday, I’ll look at houses. Go to open houses, go to developments, talk to real estate agents. It’s what I do. I enjoy it. It doesn’t feel like work to me. Might I go […]
DHA Rent Review – Update
This is a follow-up to my previous article “DHA Rent Review – How do you figure?” Adelaide Property Just received the secondary rental evaluation for my Defense Housing Authority (DHA) property in Golden Grove, South Australia. Valuation came in $20 higher than the DHA valuation. I hired Propell National Valuers and they determined the market […]