Advice re renting
Apr 18th 2005, 12:43 pm
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Advice re renting
Hi everyone,
My boyfriend and I are playing the waiting game at the moment ( the same as everyone else) as DIMIA have everything at the mo. So obviously we now start to worry about other things like if we get the visa where do we stay, can we rent before we go out, is that actually a good idea????
I have seen a few threads about this but would really like to hear if anyone has recently moved to Oz and had accomm set up before they go or if it is even possible. We are moving (hopefully - visa permitting) to Sydney and I have looked into short term accomm initially but would very much appreciate some advice from those in the know.
Ta very Much
Marie
My boyfriend and I are playing the waiting game at the moment ( the same as everyone else) as DIMIA have everything at the mo. So obviously we now start to worry about other things like if we get the visa where do we stay, can we rent before we go out, is that actually a good idea????
I have seen a few threads about this but would really like to hear if anyone has recently moved to Oz and had accomm set up before they go or if it is even possible. We are moving (hopefully - visa permitting) to Sydney and I have looked into short term accomm initially but would very much appreciate some advice from those in the know.
Ta very Much
Marie
Apr 18th 2005, 8:31 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by marie_chris
Hi everyone,
My boyfriend and I are playing the waiting game at the moment ( the same as everyone else) as DIMIA have everything at the mo. So obviously we now start to worry about other things like if we get the visa where do we stay, can we rent before we go out, is that actually a good idea????
I have seen a few threads about this but would really like to hear if anyone has recently moved to Oz and had accomm set up before they go or if it is even possible. We are moving (hopefully - visa permitting) to Sydney and I have looked into short term accomm initially but would very much appreciate some advice from those in the know.
Ta very Much
Marie
My boyfriend and I are playing the waiting game at the moment ( the same as everyone else) as DIMIA have everything at the mo. So obviously we now start to worry about other things like if we get the visa where do we stay, can we rent before we go out, is that actually a good idea????
I have seen a few threads about this but would really like to hear if anyone has recently moved to Oz and had accomm set up before they go or if it is even possible. We are moving (hopefully - visa permitting) to Sydney and I have looked into short term accomm initially but would very much appreciate some advice from those in the know.
Ta very Much
Marie
Usually not easy to get the standard 6 or 12 month lease from overseas, if at all. Real Estate folk like to see you first.
I am sure the Sydneysiders may have pointers for good accommodation.
Good luck
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Apr 18th 2005, 8:35 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by marie_chris
Hi everyone,
My boyfriend and I are playing the waiting game at the moment ( the same as everyone else) as DIMIA have everything at the mo. So obviously we now start to worry about other things like if we get the visa where do we stay, can we rent before we go out, is that actually a good idea????
I have seen a few threads about this but would really like to hear if anyone has recently moved to Oz and had accomm set up before they go or if it is even possible. We are moving (hopefully - visa permitting) to Sydney and I have looked into short term accomm initially but would very much appreciate some advice from those in the know.
Ta very Much
Marie
My boyfriend and I are playing the waiting game at the moment ( the same as everyone else) as DIMIA have everything at the mo. So obviously we now start to worry about other things like if we get the visa where do we stay, can we rent before we go out, is that actually a good idea????
I have seen a few threads about this but would really like to hear if anyone has recently moved to Oz and had accomm set up before they go or if it is even possible. We are moving (hopefully - visa permitting) to Sydney and I have looked into short term accomm initially but would very much appreciate some advice from those in the know.
Ta very Much
Marie
ive been in touch with some of the estate agents in north queensland, and they are more than happy to sort out your rentals whilst you are still in the uk
Apr 18th 2005, 8:46 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by jimtrish
hi,
ive been in touch with some of the estate agents in north queensland, and they are more than happy to sort out your rentals whilst you are still in the uk
ive been in touch with some of the estate agents in north queensland, and they are more than happy to sort out your rentals whilst you are still in the uk
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Apr 18th 2005, 9:01 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by Merlot
That is a good piece of information to hear for our return to Oz.
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just get some good mates to take lots of dig pics for you and trust their honest opinions
Apr 18th 2005, 11:43 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
I would advise 2-3 weeks in furnished accommodation. That allows time to look around and see what suits YOU.
In the past it has been quite easy to find and move into unfurnished rentals with 2 weeks. I am not sure what it is like now in Sydney, as I keep hearing about a reduction in available rentals due to the NSW Investment property market problem. Maybe someone in NSW can clarify that.
As a guide to costs, a short term Furnished place will normally cost about double the equivalent unfurnished rental.
In the past it has been quite easy to find and move into unfurnished rentals with 2 weeks. I am not sure what it is like now in Sydney, as I keep hearing about a reduction in available rentals due to the NSW Investment property market problem. Maybe someone in NSW can clarify that.
As a guide to costs, a short term Furnished place will normally cost about double the equivalent unfurnished rental.
Apr 18th 2005, 11:56 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by ABCDiamond
I would advise 2-3 weeks in furnished accommodation. That allows time to look around and see what suits YOU.
In the past it has been quite easy to find and move into unfurnished rentals with 2 weeks. I am not sure what it is like now in Sydney, as I keep hearing about a reduction in available rentals due to the NSW Investment property market problem. Maybe someone in NSW can clarify that.
As a guide to costs, a short term Furnished place will normally cost about double the equivalent unfurnished rental.
In the past it has been quite easy to find and move into unfurnished rentals with 2 weeks. I am not sure what it is like now in Sydney, as I keep hearing about a reduction in available rentals due to the NSW Investment property market problem. Maybe someone in NSW can clarify that.
As a guide to costs, a short term Furnished place will normally cost about double the equivalent unfurnished rental.
We took one such for $720pw in Manly and it was hell on earth. Not making the same mistake again so are renting in Bowral to check the place out: rent is a bit more but it's lovely here.
Be afraid - be very afraid! Seriously, don't leap in to a long contract.
Apr 18th 2005, 11:59 pm
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by Rog Williams
I would second that: you can easily get locked in to a six month rental which turns out to be a disaster. (Speaking from experience!)
We took one such for $720pw in Manly and it was hell on earth. Not making the same mistake again so are renting in Bowral to check the place out: rent is a bit more but it's lovely here.
Be afraid - be very afraid! Seriously, don't leap in to a long contract.
We took one such for $720pw in Manly and it was hell on earth. Not making the same mistake again so are renting in Bowral to check the place out: rent is a bit more but it's lovely here.
Be afraid - be very afraid! Seriously, don't leap in to a long contract.
Apr 19th 2005, 12:01 am
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Re: Advice re renting
I agree. There are some real gems in Sydney for really good prices but you have to wade through quite a bit of rubbish to get to them. It's amazing the differences in places going for the same price so take a bit of time. If you can find something short term while you look it will probably be worth it. There are servicd apartments in Sydney which aren't too horrenously priced if it's not for long. Good Luck!!
Apr 19th 2005, 12:02 am
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by bondipom
Are you commuting to Sydney from there?
I am a man of leisure, remember? <g>
Apr 19th 2005, 12:26 am
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by Rog Williams
We took one such for $720pw in Manly and it was hell on earth.
In response to Jimtrish's comment that its easy to get a rental from the UK, that may be the case in FNQ, but its far from true in Brisbane (well bayside anyway). I know people here who have had alot of problems finding a rental even after they have gotten here - the demand far outweighs the availability.
No clue whats its like in Sydney.
Apr 19th 2005, 12:35 am
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by MrsDagboy
Holy snapping ducksh*t!! $720/week & you are paying more now? :scared:
In response to Jimtrish's comment that its easy to get a rental from the UK, that may be the case in FNQ, but its far from true in Brisbane (well bayside anyway). I know people here who have had alot of problems finding a rental even after they have gotten here - the demand far outweighs the availability.
No clue whats its like in Sydney.
In response to Jimtrish's comment that its easy to get a rental from the UK, that may be the case in FNQ, but its far from true in Brisbane (well bayside anyway). I know people here who have had alot of problems finding a rental even after they have gotten here - the demand far outweighs the availability.
No clue whats its like in Sydney.
Apr 19th 2005, 12:39 am
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by Rog Williams
No, BP! I would go to WA to get away from the Sydney scene but wer'e happy down South.
I am a man of leisure, remember? <g>
I am a man of leisure, remember? <g>
Apr 19th 2005, 6:00 am
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Re: Advice re renting
Originally Posted by bondipom
You didn't strike me as one of Manly's party scene.
