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Speaker, Author, Podcaster and Mentor

Welcome to the Media Page of The School of Renovating

Where we showcase the inspiring journey and expertise of Bernadette Janson and her husband, Stephen Janson. Together, they combine over four decades of experience in home renovation, real estate investing, and wealth generation.

For interviews, podcast guest appearances, articles and keynote presentations contact: [email protected] 

Forty Years of Renovating & Educating

Bernadette, the founder of The School of Renovating, is a distinguished authority in the field. Her mission is to empower women, particularly those around 50, to achieve a rich and rewarding life through the profits of renovating. 

Transforming Spaces & Lives

With a passion for transforming both spaces and lives, Bernadette has dedicated her career to providing women with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to embark on their own renovation journeys.

Stephen, known as “The Building Troubleshooter,” brings 40 years of hands-on construction experience to the table. Stephen’s expertise complements Bernadette’s vision perfectly. His problem-solving skills and wealth of industry knowledge add invaluable depth to The School of Renovating programs.

Empowering, Profitable Renovating Education

Together, Bernadette and Stephen have turned their passion into a thriving education business, helping aspiring renovators avoid costly mistakes, turn a profit through smart renovations, and build confidence to take on exciting projects. Their combined approach blends practical renovation skills with entrepreneurial spirit, equipping students to secure their financial futures one property at a time.

Bernadette and Stephen are available for interviews, podcast guest appearances, and keynote presentations, where they share their insights and strategies for success in the renovation and real estate industries.

Join Bernadette and Stephen in their mission to empower individuals and couples keen to create a fulfilling life through the power of renovating.

Podcasts & Videos

Ten With TY

Podcast

The Best Investment Advice You’ll Ever Get.

Tyron Hyde talks to Bernadette Janson, serial renovator and founder of The School of Renovating. Bernadette shares her expertise in helping women build wealth through property investment and renovation. Discover her strategies for maximising profit, the importance of financial independence, and the value of…
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Int. Women's Day

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We All A Role To Play In Forging A More Gender-Balanced World.

Bernadette Janson spoke at the International Women’s Day event ‘Champions of Change’ with keynote speaker Janine Shepherd at the Caroma on Collins, Sydney showroom. The event provided an opportunity to reinforce the fact everyone has a role to play in forging a more gender-balanced world…
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Own it

Podcast

Bernadette Janson on Airbnb Profits.

Bernadette Janson shares insightful Airbnb strategies. With her expertise, she empowers individuals to generate substantial income without owning property, revolutionising the concept of investment and financial independence through innovative property ventures…
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Articles

Uno Home Loans

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How To Spot The Ultimate Hidden Property Gem?

Bernadette Janson sees potential in unloved properties. She advises on spotting hidden gems, stating, “We love them because we know other people just can’t cope with them.” Janson’s expertise turns renovation challenges into profitable opportunities, making her a sought-after figure in Sydney’s property market…
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How Much Does A Kitchen Renovation Cost?

Bernadette Janson, Host of She Renovates Podcast, highlights the rising costs of kitchen renovations. She mentioned, ‘We were doing a project in Newcastle and found the shortage worse there.’ To manage costs, consider reusing appliances, opting for cost-effective materials, and planning thoroughly to avoid mid-renovation changes…
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The Real Estate

Conversation

Buyers Agent Adding Value to Property Investment.

Bernadette Janson, a seasoned renovator with over twenty years of experience, turned her passion into a lucrative career. She now completes one project annually, working part-time. Her strategic approach and expertise in property development have been instrumental in her success, making her a valuable asset to The School of Renovating…
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She Defined

Article

5 Ways To Make Your Bedroom More Dream-Worthy.

Styling your bedroom is an opportunity to create a sanctuary. A professional renovator, Bernadette Janson shares her top tips for a dream-worthy bedroom, emphasising muted colour schemes and natural fibre textiles…
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Domain

Article

Four trends influencing kitchen design in 2021

The world is in the midst of a multi-generational defining event, the impacts of which are already influencing kitchen design. Underpinning the latest trends is the desire to be nurtured, supported, and uplifted – a sentiment experts say will shape our homes for decades to come.
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Four Trends Influencing Kitchen Design.

During and after the pandemic, our domestic values shifted. Bernadette Janson notes. We now embrace activities like baking and growing vegetables, fostering a need for a more wholesome, lived-in kitchen.’ This sentiment is echoed in the rising trend of cottagecore aesthetics…
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Helping You Profit From Your Passion For Beautiful Homes… FAST

Understanding and making the most of a property’s potential is more than a fun hobby, it has the power to save you from worry 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.

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