About the School of Renovating

Helping You Profit From Your Passion For Beautiful Homes

We Believe In Power of Transformation: Not Just of Spaces, of Lives As Well

At the heart of it, we’re all about change – changing rooms and changing lives.

Many Australians, particularly women around 50 are financially challenged, struggling to pay off a mortgage, prepare for retirement or just have enough income to live a good life.

Profit from renovation is a powerful way to generate income and build wealth.

We’re here to show you anyone can make their dreams a reality, no matter how much experience or money they have.

This is what gets us going and what our community is all about: getting the power and know-how to own your renovation projects, without letting all that complicated stuff and costs stand in your way.

Turn your passion for beautiful spaces into income and wealth.

If you love watching property shows,  have stacks of design mags and would rather shop for wallpaper than for groceries, you’re one of us.

Imagine turning your passion for design into a fulfilling and rewarding career/business.

It’s not just a dream; it’s a real possibility.

Our unique training gives you access to the system that enables you to build your skill in profitable renovating, the professional advice and guidance you need so you can have a fully flexible working day, earn real money and live the life you love.

It’s time to stop wondering about ‘What if’
and start building your future your way. With the right advice, guidance, and support, you’ll have the best possible chance of success. 

Join hundreds of passionate women and men who live and breathe property and start living a life of creativity and abundance that benefits everyone around you.

Bernadette & Stephen Janson

Bernadette and Stephen Janson are the powerhouse couple behind The School of Renovating, bringing together over 80 years of combined experience in property renovation and construction.

A Unique Blend of Expertise and Passion

Bernadette sees renovating as a tool to convert the profit from renovating into financial.

 Her passion for transformation extends beyond spaces to changing lives, particularly for women around 50 looking to secure their financial future.

Stephen is the building troubleshooter and complements Bernadette’s creativity and drive with his extensive hands-on experience and problem-solving skills.

From managing billion-dollar projects to resolving intricate renovation challenges, his knowledge is invaluable to our renovators

United in Purpose

Bernadette and Stephen have crafted a unique learning environment at The School of Renovating.

They combine their strengths to offer:

Whether it’s achieving mortgage freedom, preparing for retirement, or embarking on a fulfilling new career, Bernadette and Stephen are unwaveringly dedicated to guiding their students every step of the way.

With The School of Renovating, Bernadette and Stephen Janson aren’t just teaching renovation techniques – they’re paving the way for personal and financial transformation, one project at a time.

The School of Renovating Team

Bernadette Janson

CRM, Chief Reno Mentor

Stephen Janson

CRT, Chief Reno, Troubleshooter, Construction Consultant

David Janson

Architectural Innovator

Unlock the Power of Renovation Profits
to Solve Life’s Challenges

Renovation profits have the power to save you from worrying about retirement, replace a job that underwhelms you, help your kids get their start in life, let you splurge on the people you care about, and do good in the world.

Where Do You Want to Start?

Renovate To Replace The Income From a Job, You Don't Love

Learn the most direct and safest steps to transition from where you are now to being in control of your destiny.

Renovate For A Comfortable Retirement

It’s never too early or too late to start. Learn how to use reno profits to speed up your journey.

Renovate to Recover from a Setback or Make Up For Lost Time

Break free from financial uncertainty with a clear plan for future wealth. Let’s face it, renovating is fun and what better way to enrich your life with flexibility, freedom and abundance.

Practical & Impactful Programs
Designed To Meet You Where You Are in the Journey

Pathway
To Property

Training, community and support for renovators who need to build capacity to start renovating for profit.

The 100K
Reno Profit Program

The core system to transition from a hobby renovator to a confident, successful professional making $ 50k- $100k per project.

Wonder Women Renovators

For ambitious renovators who want to make renovating their life or their business.

Real Stories, Real Success:
Our Clients Speak

Bernadette and Stephen are caring mentors who provide practical, experience-based training—not just feel-good fluff. While hands-on experience is crucial, their support gives you the confidence to launch projects and build wealth. Their genuine care and expertise make all the difference in turning renovation knowledge into real-world success.

5/5

Trung Truong

Signing up for the School of Renovating was a game-changer. The course paid for itself within a year through insurance premium savings alone. But that’s just the beginning – the knowledge gained will save us even more on our next project. We feel truly empowered. Thank you, Bernadette, for this invaluable education!

5/5

Lyndall Hinton

Each module of The School of Renovating’s training program can be transformative. The wealth of knowledge, advice, and insights shared is truly inspiring. Bernadette’s expertise doesn’t just educate—it instils the confidence to start thinking seriously about your renovation project. This isn’t just learning; it’s the beginning of your renovation journey.

5/5

Jenna Bradwell

Real Stories, Real Success:
Our Clients Speak

Bernadette and Stephen are caring mentors who provide practical, experience-based training—not just feel-good fluff. While hands-on experience is crucial, their support gives you the confidence to launch projects and build wealth. Their genuine care and expertise make all the difference in turning renovation knowledge into real-world success.

5/5

Trung Truong

The number one go-to space for keen renovators! Knowledge, inspiration and mentoring in spades. Bernadette and her team go above and beyond to see you succeed.

5/5

Jo Vadillo

Absolutely essential information before you start any property investment… own home, investment for long term or short term or AirBNB rental. Practical, real life examples and real people talking real facts and figures. Thank you so much for sharing your time and expertise.

5/5

Jacqui Broekhof

The Four Success Moves

Make A Plan

Your strategic plan will be tailored to your circumstances and goals.

Learn A System

Reduce risk and maximise your financial results.

Access Professional Guidance

We will lead the way so you find success sooner.

Join A Brainstrust

Surround yourself with a community that inspires you and has your back.