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Class Project Report – Ready for Liftoff
Check out our latest Class Project update! Despite Sydney’s lockdown, progress in Newcastle continues with detailed planning and exciting design choices.
Podcast Highlights for Class Renovation Project
Discover the highlights of our Class Renovation Project, a joint learning venture to teach real-life renovating with shared profits and mentoring.
How to structure a joint venture renovation
Learn how to structure a successful joint venture renovation by leveraging time, cash, and borrowing capacity. Join our Wonder Women Renovators program!
Renovation Training Teamwork | Class Project Update Report
Learn about our renovation class project, including securing trades, legal structures, and project planning for success. Join our Wonder Women Renovators program!
Finding Renovation Trades | Class Project Update Report 2
Join Bernadette and Stephen Janson as they navigate finding the right renovation trades for the Class Project. Despite Sydney’s lockdown, they’re making progress! Learn more about their strategic approach and positive mindset.
Renovation Class Project Auction – The One That Got Away!
Failed to win the renovation class project auction in Newcastle but found a better property nearby. Lessons learned and next steps for the Class Project team.
Renovation Class Project | Update Report One
Bernadette Janson shares updates on the Renovation Class Project, covering funding, legal structure, property inspection, and project progress.
How To Replace Your Income To Finance A Renovation
Learn how to finance a renovation for profitable reno businesses with advice from Bernadette Janson. Build wealth and achieve your dream projects.
Renovating to Build Wealth During the Pandemic
Kickstarting our Class Project with a $100k Cosmetic Plus renovation system, transforming a New Lambton house for profit potential.
Successful Renovation Plans are Key to Class Project Success
Kickstarting our Class Project renovation plans with a $100k Cosmetic Plus renovation system, transforming a New Lambton house for profit potential.
Build Wealth With Renovations and Harness Your Passion
Learn how to build wealth with renovations. Take decisive action, get out of your comfort zone, and join our community of passionate renovators!
Renovation Planning Concept Session for the Class Project
Join our live renovation planning session with architect David Janson as he guides our Class Project team through reconfiguring floor plans for maximum value.
The Renovation Comfort Zone: Why Most Renovators Stay Broke | School of Renovating
Are you stuck in the renovation comfort zone? Discover why uncomfortable action is the secret to building wealth and flipping houses for profit.
The Truth About Renovation Vision vs. Budget | The School of Renovating
Tradie said “no”? Don’t panic. Learn how to bridge the “Sourcing Gap,” use the 12V lighting hack, and protect your renovation profit without conflict.
How to Secure Renovation Finance After 50 (Without Getting the Age Card)
Is the bank rejecting your loan application because of your age? Learn the “Professional Positioning” strategy Bernadette Janson uses to help women over 50 bypass traditional lenders and secure renovation finance based on profit potential, not birth years
Interest Rate Cuts & Property Renovation: Your Profit Window
Interest rate cuts are coming. Learn why this creates a limited-time window to capture both renovation profit AND market appreciation. Act now.
What Is a Good Renovation Profit Margin? The $50k Rule
Learn the “10% or $50k” rule for renovation profit margins from a 40-year expert. Stop chasing bad deals and learn the system for reliable $50k+ profits.
The Truth About No Money Down Property Deals
Stop chasing “no money down” myths. Learn the 3 pillars of credibility (process, proof, network) that *actually* unlock profitable renovation deals.
Mortgage Free at 32:The Smart Renovation Moves Behind It
Discover how a young couple became mortgage-free by 32 through smart renovating. Learn the renovation strategies that built their financial freedom.
A Grandmother’s Guide to Renovating for Income & Impact
Discover how renovating for income empowers grandmothers to stay active, independent, and financially free at any age. Start building your legacy today.
The $100K Project That Starts with Your Hands Tied Behind Your Back
Learn how women renovators make $100K profit by starting smart — strategy before purchase. Discover the proven system for profitable renovation success.
