Bernadette discusses renovation goals with Morgan Bushell, a Property Investor and a Savvy Mortgage Broker, who renovated his way to 5 investment properties by the age of 28. 

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [1:06] Morgan Bushell, the savvy mortgage broker and property investor
• [2:34] Opportunities for his first renovation goal
• [5:42] Learning from his first renovation property
• [8:18] Leveraging relationships to achieve renovation goals
• [10:31] Bottom line impact of the renovating experience
• [12:22] First renovation goal as a turning point
• [18:15] Tips to consider to achieve renovation goals
• [21:02] Is it worth using a buyer's agent?
• [22:16] How Morgan’s family supported him on his renovation goals
• [26:23] Challenges and lessons from doing renovation projects

Bernadette discusses renovation goals with Morgan Bushell, a Property Investor and a Savvy Mortgage Broker, who renovated his way to 5 investment properties by the age of 28. 

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [1:06] Morgan Bushell, the savvy mortgage broker and property investor
• [2:34] Opportunities for his first renovation goal
• [5:42] Learning from his first renovation property
• [8:18] Leveraging relationships to achieve renovation goals
• [10:31] Bottom line impact of the renovating experience
• [12:22] First renovation goal as a turning point
• [18:15] Tips to consider to achieve renovation goals
• [21:02] Is it worth using a buyer's agent?
• [22:16] How Morgan’s family supported him on his renovation goals
• [26:23] Challenges and lessons from doing renovation projects

Bernadette Janson discusses how to write a scope of work for renovation.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [1:34] New feature release: What’s Your Reno Question?
• [3:30] What is the renovation scope of work?
• [4:25] Importance of the scope work checklist
• [6:09] Three main sections to the renovation scope of work
• [6:42] Outlining the renovation project
• [7:49] Talking about the communication details
• [8:40] Timeframe of the renovation project
• [9:15] Setting the standard of renovation work on your project
• [9:53] Documentation you need for the project
• [10:29] How to deal with waste
• [11:40] Work details that trades need to cover
• [15:20] The Newcastle Class project update

Bernadette discusses the renovation process with one of our keen students, Odette Overlunde as she navigated two recent renovations. Take note of Odette’s long-term strategy for her renovation future.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [02:15] Get to know Odette Overlunde
• [04:02] Renovation strategy and IT
• [07:08] Creating a renovation strategy for clients
• [08:32] What project challenges were encountered
• [11:01] Good communication at all levels in a renovation is essential
• [12:17] Keeping trades happy and on track (pay them on time!)
• [14:03] Are you covered and protected with the right insurance?
• [16:48] The Lane Cove project strategy
• [19:02] How to avoid renovation complaints
• [20:06]Dilapidation report – the process and lessons
• [23:18] The Arncliffe project strategy
• [30:00] Lessons from doing renovations with clients

Bernadette Janson shares the details of The School of Renovating latest project - The Class Project.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [02:37] Details of the renovation income: The Class Project
• [05:00] Objective of the Class Project
• [05:42] Criteria of Investment made for the Class Project
• [08:09] What to consider when setting up a joint venture for a renovation income
• [10:02] How we communicate in order to boost renovation income in the Class Project
• [11:00] Details about the properties inspected for the renovation income
• [15:58] Worked on the one that was coming up first
• [18:05] Finalised the scope for trades
• [20:57] Digital tools to finish the Class Project scope

Bernadette Janson and Adam Scougall, an interior decorator, artist and designer, discuss how to choose the best colours for renovation.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [02:14] Get to know more about Adam Scougall
• [04:20] Why is it important for renovators to be confident in choosing renovation colours?
• [07:00] How to choose the right renovation colour scheme?
• [12:35] Know the popular renovation colours and trends
• [18:02] When should you go “All White” for a renovation colour?
• [24:03] Renovation Colours for bathroom projects
• [30:16] What’s the view on external paint renovation colours?
• [32:21] Apps you can use for renovation colour selection
• [34:09] How to fix bad renovation colour decisions?
• [38:03] What is the best for a feature wall?

Remote renovations of homes can be an ideal lifestyle if you like to travel too. Find out how to overcome the challenges of long-distant renovating.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 

• [02:34] The importance of surrounding yourself with people who can help you
• [04:20] How to know if you have a passion for property investment
• (10:26] Is it hard to do your first Reno?
• [12:48] Having basic tools and essentials when travelling can make a difference in renovating a property
• [14:55] How do couple work together as a team
• [17:42]  It’s important to know the role of the actual building that you’re going to be working
• [20:53] Upcycling can save you money
• [23:53] The people and the places you meet along the way are the most rewarding thing in your journeys as a remote renovator
• [29:46] When the market changes, you adjust your strategy
• [30:30] Two reno is doable if you are doing it as a full time job
• [32:19] The recipe for getting your kids very interested in renovating

RESOURCES 

She Renovates Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/she-renovates/id1452762885

She Renovates Facebook group 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sherenovates

Wonder Women

https://members.theschoolofrenovating.com/wonderwomen 

Where to reach Lise Browning? 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remotebuildingservices/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/remotebuildingservices

Remote Building Services: www.remotebuildingservices.com.au

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Discover how to use the magic of lighting in your renovations to add value, get the best results and stay on budget. Be inspired by Bernadette Janson’s advice and practical experience to stay on track with your home lighting.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 

• [02:17] The lighting brings magic to a project
• [03:04] Halogen lights are the blowflies of the lighting industry
• (03:43] CRI (Color Rendering Index) tells you how true to color the light is
• [04:40] Brightgreen lights have an excellent CRI level
• [06:26 Look at what the lumen level when you're buying an LED globe
• [7:32] Have a cool light globe in the kitchen and bathroom
• [9:01] Choose a color for your lighting and be consistent as possible
• [12:25] Downlights and directional downlights are a really good way of providing really focused task lighting.
• [15:04] Consider the angle of the beam when choosing lighting
• [15:59] Pendants are a great way of adding some character to your renovation
• [21:05] Make sure that you've got trade accounts with your light suppliers to save money

RESOURCES 

She Renovates Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/she-renovates/id1452762885

She Renovates Facebook group 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sherenovates

Wonder Women

https://members.theschoolofrenovating.com/wonderwomen 

Wonder Women Magazine

https://www.theschoolofrenovating.com/magazines

She Renovates Free Membership Portal

https://members.theschoolofrenovating.com/renolibrary

Brightgreen Lights

https://brightgreen.com

Ovolo Woollomoolloo

https://ovolohotels.com/ovolo/woolloomooloo

Gumtree

https://www.gumtree.com.au

Philips

https://www.philips.com.au

Connect Smart Home

https://connectsmarthome.com.au

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Bernadette Janson and property buyer's agent Jo Vadillo, discuss opportunities and challenges in the current hot property market in Australia.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:01:21] Why the property market is a jungle at the moment
• [00:01:50] Buyers are frustrated with constant looking
• [00:04:03] Fairtrade are out there and watching agents
• [00:06:00] More vendors are coming into the market
• [00:06:34] Steepest monthly price increase in 32 years
• [00:07:26] Advice for buying in a hot property market
• [00:08:00] A global scale building boom and supply issues
• [00:09:08] Off Market opportunities
• [00:10:00] Build a rapport with your local agents
• [00:14:15] Ensure you are ready to buy
• [00:16:52] Getting pre-approved to buy
• [00:17:31] The current difference between apartments and houses in the market
• [00:20:02] Bernadette’s advice for renovating and flipping in a hot property market 
• [00:22:00] Explore the quirky places people advertise properties for sale
• [00:26:00] Buying as an investment vs owner-occupied
• [00:27:11] The advantages of using a buyer’s agent
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Resources

She Renovates Apple Podcast 

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/she-renovates/id1452762885

She Renovates Facebook group 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sherenovates

Did this episode inspire you? If you have any thoughts or comments about the show, head over to She Renovates on iTunes and leave us a review. Also, don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.

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Follow on Twitter

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Follow  on Instagram

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She Renovates Facebook Group 

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• [00:03:29] Remove ugliness from the property
  
• [00:04:24] Deal with the bar objections of the property
  
• [00:07:06] Pimp your garage door to increase the street appeal of your home
  
• [00:07:56] Paint the roof of your property to level up the appeal of your property
  
• [00:08:45] Focus on the entrance of your home
  
• [00:10:42] Enhance the appeal of your window
  
• [00:12:04] Paint is the biggest bang for your buck when renovating
  
• [00:13:49] Landscaping your property adds street appeal
  
• [00:15:04] The magic of lighting your renovating property
  
• [00:16:26] Adding value and appeal using front fencing
  

Resources

She Renovates Apple Podcast 

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/she-renovates/id1452762885

She Renovates Facebook group 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sherenovates

Joint Venture

https://members.theschoolofrenovating.com/joint-ventures

Aztec

https://www.aztecau.com.au

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Follow on Twitter

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Follow  on Instagram

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Follow  on LinkedIn

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She Renovates Facebook Group 

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