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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.
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.
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.
If We Really Love Our Mothers, Our Attitude Towards Them Has To Change
If we truly love our mothers, we must empower them. Learn how changing our attitude can support older women’s independence and financial confidence.
9 Tips For An Easier Loan Application Process
Make your loan approval easier with these 9 expert tips from Louise Lucas. Learn how to boost your credit score and secure your home loan faster.
Kitchen Renovation Ideas That Sell Homes
Discover kitchen renovation ideas that sell homes fast. Learn budget-friendly trends to boost your resale value and wow buyers with timeless style.
The Ultimate Guide To Banquette Seating: The Social Butterfly of Your Renovation
Discover the best banquette seating ideas for stylish, space-saving dining. Learn design tips, dimensions, and DIY solutions for your renovation.
How to Own A Home Faster with Renovating: A 10-Step Strategy
Discover 10 strategic steps to secure housing after 60. Achieve financial independence and affordable homeownership with these practical tips.
The Renovation Value Pyramid: What Renovations Are worth Doing
Discover what renovations are worth doing with the Renovation Value Pyramid. Learn how to plan profitable projects that attract buyers and boost returns.
2024 Interior Design Trends: A shift away from open plan, mastering colour drenching and utilising sustainable elements.
Discover 2024 design trends for profitable renovations: defined spaces, color drenching, sustainability, cafécore, equestrian themes, and oceanic hues.
3 Crucial Steps to Finance a Renovation
Learn how to finance a renovation in 3 simple steps. Discover smart strategies to fund your projects, stay on budget, and grow your renovation income.
The Newcastle Class Project Catch up
Get the latest Newcastle Class Renovation Project update—demolition progress, builder plans, and smart design choices by Bernadette Janson’s team.
Class Project Update: The Demolition Project
Our class renovation demolition project is underway! See how Bernadette Janson and her team plan, manage, and prepare for this exciting stage.
Getting A Glimpse Of The Class Project Progress
See the latest update on our class renovation project — demolition done, builder ready, and exciting bathroom design ideas from Bernadette Janson!
Women, Learn to Replace Your Income with Property Renos
Discover how women can replace their income with smart property renovations, build wealth, and secure long-term financial freedom.
What To Do After You Learn How To Make A Profit From Renovating
Learn what to do after mastering renovating for profit—expand your impact, give back, and grow your renovation success with Bernadette Janson.
Catching Up With The Class Project
Catch up on the latest Class Renovation Project update—delays, plans, and progress as Bernadette Janson’s team pushes to finish before Christmas.
AusMumpreneur Awards 2021 – Celebrating A Finalist!
The School of Renovating is a finalist for the 2021 AusMumpreneur Awards in the Business Pivot category. Learn about our successful shift to online renovation training during the pandemic.
Small Business Champions Award
The School Of Renovating is a finalist for the Small Business Champions Awards, recognizing their efforts in empowering women through renovation programs.
Reaching Out To Support Our Sisters
KOCO empowers women in South India by providing smartphones to overcome Covid lockdowns, enabling remote work and rebuilding their community and self-esteem.
