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stratbargain replied to Duckie2hh on Looking for a Better Mortgage Provider
Yep as far as I'm aware.
25/09/2024 - 11:14
stratbargain commented on Looking for a Better Mortgage Provider
Up - 5.95% - no fees - up to 50 offset accounts - free redraw https://up.com.au/home-loans/
25/09/2024 - 09:45
stratbargain replied to theSav on Bambu Lab 3D Printers: A1 mini $367.20 A1 $551.20, P1S $959.20 Delivered @ Bambu Lab Technology via Amazon AU
@salamandersushi summed it up better than I ever could in the last deal post. “ You're kinda taking a shortcut as a beginner - you're…
20/09/2024 - 10:21
stratbargain replied to yjun355 on 7 Weeks Free Health Insurance (COVID-19 Benefit, Stacks with Signup Benefit) @ GMHBA
We pay about $550 a month for cover for a family. so 13 weeks free is $1700 or so of benefit to us compared to doing nothing.
07/09/2024 - 06:28
stratbargain replied to leTintin on Reolink Smart 2K Wired PoE Video Doorbell with Chime 180°, Person Detection US$53.60 (~A$80) Del @ Reolink Aliexpress
I paid double that. And no regrets. It’s a great doorbell.
20/08/2024 - 13:00
stratbargain replied to Jxdos on eufy Wireless Motion Sensor, Add on (T8910C21) $29 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
You can buy their hardware and it’s relatively affordable. But alternatively you can build your own with an esp32 which is like $5. Their…
18/08/2024 - 17:45
stratbargain commented on eufy Wireless Motion Sensor, Add on (T8910C21) $29 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
If you have one of those old alarm systems with motion sensors in each room you can also use konnected.io to add them to home assistant for…
18/08/2024 - 15:04
stratbargain replied to Low Punt on Bambu Lab 3D Printers: A1 Mini $358.99, A1 $551.20 (Expired), P1S $955 Delivered & More @ Bambu Lab Technology via Amazon AU
Everything is in the box. You will need to buy a roll of filament however. It only comes with 20grams of white.
15/08/2024 - 20:32
stratbargain commented on TP-Link Tapo Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring - 2-Pack $24 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ In-Store/ OnePass) @Bunnings
I’ve got two crest ones on my washing machine and dryer sending alerts when the washing is done. Been running for two years without issue.
06/08/2024 - 09:20
stratbargain replied to franklowe23 on Affording Mortgage - Estimating Affordability and Household Savings - Family of 5
And if interest rates go up .25 or .5 over the next month/few months? Or if one of you lose your jobs? It’s a hard no from me
22/07/2024 - 07:06
stratbargain commented on Wife Is Pregnant and We Are Expecting Our First Child - Any Tips?
Get a second hand pram. Get private insurance for your kid when they are born and don't be afraid of trying a private Sleep school…
21/07/2024 - 13:29
stratbargain commented on [Prime] Finish Quantum Dishwashing Tablets, Lemon Sparkle, 72 Tablets $20 ($18 S&S) Delivered @ Amazon AU
I’m an inherently lazy person and even I couldn’t imagine going back to tablets. Powder all the way
21/07/2024 - 12:30
stratbargain commented on Samsung One TV Cable inside a Wall Allowed for House Code?
They actually sell in wall cables for the samsung tv's that are up to code in the US. Doesn't help for Aus though…
20/07/2024 - 14:38
stratbargain replied to Mike Nolan on 2Pcs Xiaomi Mijia Thermometer Hygrometer US$9.34 / A$13.95 Delivered @ Banggood
all of mine read consistently accurate. maybe it's the custom firmware? but never had an issue with accuracy
19/07/2024 - 20:35
stratbargain commented on Pet Beds Sizes Small to Medium $9- $12 (RRP $59- $99) + Del from $9 ($0 with $99+ / MEL C&C) @ Circonomy
Mine arrived today. Turns out large is….. quite large
17/07/2024 - 20:19
stratbargain replied to tonester on 25% off Origin Timber Wooden Bed Frame e.g. Queen Size $999 Delivered @ Origin Mattress
Funny you say that we also had a Leander cot for the first born :)
14/07/2024 - 19:17
stratbargain commented on 25% off Origin Timber Wooden Bed Frame e.g. Queen Size $999 Delivered @ Origin Mattress
We have the Eva bed frame linked above. I absolutely didn't want to pay that price for cnc cut plywood, but the wife won out. It's left me…
14/07/2024 - 19:03
stratbargain commented on [Back Order] ‎Mother's Choice Adore AP Convertible Car Seat 0-4 Years ISOFIX Black Space $199.99 Delivered @ Amazon AU
My baby bunting (Eastland) was doing buy 1 get one free on these yesterday if memory serves correctly. I assume the deal is still running.…
13/07/2024 - 18:44
stratbargain replied to cubestreamer on Mongrel Black Premium Riding Non-Safety Boots (805025) $151.95 Delivered @ Allingtons
He is always on holidays. But yeah I’ve got three pairs from him. The blemishes are absolutely minor and a great buy.
13/07/2024 - 17:39
stratbargain replied to Zbircs on [NSW, QLD, SA] $225 Electricity Credit & $225 Gas Credit on AGL Value Saver Plan (New or Moving Customers Only) @ AGL
I stacked it with topcashback. It tracked, will see if it pays
06/07/2024 - 20:00
stratbargain replied to Magicmannn on 80% off Most BEKANT Office Desks & Parts + Delivery to Selected Areas ($5 C&C under $50 Order/ $0 In-Store) @ IKEA
I bought one of these recently to replace my Bekant desktop after I tried to mount my case under the desk and was reminded that Ikea desks…
03/07/2024 - 20:32
stratbargain replied to R1ngSt1nger on Best Home Loan Rate at The Moment?
i'm on this. They are great.
02/07/2024 - 13:32
stratbargain replied to morse on Any Reason Why I Would/Wouldn’t Go with a Qantas Home Loan for Investment Purposes?
No as long as you're aware of all fees and as long as they are covered under the FCS for your offset money. Other thing to be aware of is…
16/06/2024 - 06:59
stratbargain replied to Fake on Catch Order Stolen and Third Party Seller Refuse to Refund
You mean the buyer agreed to accept the risk of using a courier that didn’t require a recipients signature.
15/06/2024 - 12:29
stratbargain replied to amsaini15 on Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel $293 Delivered @ Amazon Au
Technically just a desk and a floor. The wheel clamps to the desk and the pedals will grip on carpet. You can buy a stand for like $90 on…
15/06/2024 - 12:21
stratbargain replied to The Value on Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel $293 Delivered @ Amazon Au
That’s why I just buy second hand off marketplace and then sell when done. I’m onto my third G27 in 8 years. Recently bought one for…
15/06/2024 - 11:49
stratbargain replied to gentlekoala5906 on Meross Smart Garage Door Opener Remote (Homekit Compatible) $54.60 + Delivery ($0 Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Meross Direct Amazon AU
https://github.com/albertogeniola/ha-meross-local-broker I never set it up but it is possible
03/06/2024 - 19:20
stratbargain commented on Philips Hue Indoor Motion Sensor $40.89 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon AU
I ended up using open source https://konnected.io/ on an esp32 to convert my existing home alarm motion sensors into connected sensors on…
02/06/2024 - 20:12
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