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Megan Brock: Renovation Project To Uplift Women

Discover how Megan Brock’s renovation project uplifts women through affordable housing, creativity, and property empowerment. Learn her inspiring story.

Kathy Madell – career change from banking to property renovation

Kathy Madell: The Journey From A Career In Banking To Property Renovation And Investment

Discover how Kathy Madell turned her banking career into a thriving property renovation and investment journey. A true inspiration for women in renovating.

Australian nurses eligible for home loans with no LMI from St George Bank

Finally, A Well Earned Free Pass For Nurses When Getting A Loan

Learn how nurses in Australia can get home loans up to 90% LVR with no LMI. Discover the new St George offer and how it helps nurses build wealth.

habits that kill renovation success and how to improve renovating mindset

Top 10 Habits That Can Be Killing Your Dreams

Break bad habits holding back your renovating success. Learn 10 key tips to achieve your property goals and profit from every renovation project.

She Renovates Live women renovators networking and learning at Sydney event

She Renovates Live: 15 Reasons You Should Attend

Join She Renovates Live 2022 — the must-attend event for women renovators. Learn profit strategies, network, and get inspired to grow your property success.

modern downsizer kitchen design with white accessories and timber boards

What Downsizers Want

Discover what downsizers want in a home. Learn key design, layout, and lifestyle features to attract Australia’s growing baby boomer market.

She Renovates Live event Sydney women in renovating at The School of Renovating

She Renovates Live: An Opportunity To Connect With Like-Minded Women in Renovating

Join She Renovates Live in Sydney! Connect with like-minded women, grow your renovating for profit skills, and build lasting property success.

Bernadette Janson and Deborah de Jong discussing post-COVID renovation ideas

New Ways To Succeed With Post-Covid Renos

Discover the top post-COVID renovation ideas! Create healthy, functional homes with smart design, ventilation, and hybrid workspaces.

James Burgin discussing strata property renovation project in Bondi

A Little Known Way To Add Value To Your Strata Property

James Burgin, our marketing guru and one of our students, talks about how he added value to his strata property in Bondi, Sydney.

Micro development property showing house and subdividable land block

The Six Steps to The Magic of Micro Development

Learn the 6 steps to micro development property success — subdivide, renovate, and profit with this smart, high-cash-flow strategy for investors.

Passion Project

Turn your passion project renovation into profit! Learn how creative destination renovations can fund your dreams and build lasting wealth.

Rising interest rates chart showing upward trend and impact on property renovators

Skyrocketing Interest Rates, What Does It Mean For Renovators

Learn how rising interest rates impact renovators and discover smart property renovation strategies to stay profitable in a cooling market.

Assorted tile samples in neutral tones for choosing the best tile for your home

How to Choose the Best Tile for Your Home: A Complete Homeowner’s Guide

Learn how to choose the best tile for your home with this expert guide. Compare tile types, ratings, and styles to suit your space, budget, and design.

Before and after home renovation built-in cabinetry design

Top 5 House Flipping Hacks That Will Save You Time and Money

Discover 5 expert house flipping hacks to save time, cut costs, and boost your renovation profits. Learn planning, sourcing, and selling strategies.

Workers installing kitchen benchtop before Australia engineered stone ban

Australia’s Ban on Engineered Stone Came into Effect This Week July 1, 2024

Australia’s nationwide ban on engineered stone began July 1, 2024. Learn what’s prohibited, exceptions, and how renovators can stay compliant.

How To Sell A Slow Moving Property

Struggling to sell your property? Learn proven tips to relist, reprice, and market a slow moving property fast for better results and more buyer interest.

RBA interest rate cut discussion – economic outlook Australia 2024

Is a Rate Cut Imminent?

Experts predict the RBA may cut rates soon as inflation cools and spending slows. Discover what a potential interest rate cut means for Australia’s economy.