In this episode of The Property Nerds, co-hosts Arjun Paliwal, CEO and founder of InvestorKit, Jack Fouracre, partnership manager at Fouracre Financial, and Adrian Lee, senior portfolio strategist at InvestorKit, are joined by Belinda Smith, founder and CEO of Renovate and Real Estate, to discuss her strategic approach to boosting property value and rental yields through cost-effective update.

Renovation expert Belinda shares her strategic approach to boosting property value and rental yields through cost-effective updates, from $5,000 paint makeovers to $20,000+ kitchen and bathroom renovations.

Belinda urges investors to have a renovation strategy before starting the work, which ensures sticking to budgets and targeting improvements that align with a property’s demographic.

She warns against overcapitalisation and advocates for neutral, cohesive styles that appeal to a broad audience, recommending wood-look flooring tailored to market segments and noting that COVID-19 has driven demand for home offices and sanctuary-like spaces.

Belinda advises having reliable local contacts and using technology to manage interstate renovations, offering a comprehensive guide for investors navigating renovation’s complexities.