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Property renovation

Renovating is a strategy which can boost your property’s value and generate equity at little to no cost. Here’s everything you need to know about renovating an investment property.

Why you should steer away from reno TV shows

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Property renovation • 13 Apr 2021

Why You Should Steer Away From Reno TV Shows

Mum and dad investors are being warned against turning to renovation reality television for inspiration when looking to ...

Aussies looking to sell offered up to $60,000 to spruce up their properties

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 27 Jan 2021

Aussies Looking To Sell Offered Up To $60,000 To Spruce Up Their Properties

Aussies looking to sell their property are being offered up to $60,000 in specialised finance to renovate or upgrade the...

Property renovation: How to get your money's worth

3 MIN READ

Property renovation • 5 Jan 2021

Property Renovation: How To Get Your Money’s Worth

Renovations are often costly undertakings, but some of the most successful investors attest to it being one of the best ...

4 MIN READ

Property renovation • 21 Oct 2020

The Most Common Hidden Costs In Building Quotes And Contracts

It’s unfortunately very common to blow the budget on building projects. One of the main reasons costs blow out is tha...

Builder fined for ignoring vast property defects

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Property renovation • 14 Oct 2020

Builder Fined For Ignoring Vast Property Defects

A Perth-based owner-builder has been ordered to pay up after it was found he failed to fix several building issues affe...

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 13 Oct 2020

Property Renos Hit 4-year High

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows that the value of home renovations has risen to its highest leve...

9 questions to ask before hiring a builder

5 MIN READ

Property renovation • 30 Sep 2020

9 Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Builder

Once through with the initial steps of property investment, the more sophisticated investors jump onto building and reno...

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 17 Sep 2020

Tips For Keeping Your Budget On Track

As many know, the key to successful investing falls back to managing your finances. Here are some top tips on how to bu...

More guidance needed for property tradies

2 MIN READ

Property renovation • 7 Sep 2020

More Guidance Needed For Property Tradies

Clearer guidelines need to be given to the thousands of tradespeople involved in new homes and renovation projects, acco...

House projects a high priority for Baby Boomers

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Property renovation • 24 Aug 2020

House Projects A High Priority For Baby Boomers

Australian home owners are spending $20,000 on home renovation projects on average, according to a new report. ...

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 12 Aug 2020

Study Reveals Aussie Renovation Habits

A survey of over 4,500 has shed light on how Australians were approaching giving their property a revamp prior to the CO...

Commercial investors urged to be cautious after builder breach

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 11 Aug 2020

Commercial Investors Urged To Be Cautious After Builder Breach

Commercial property owners are reminded to be cautious when conducting renovations or repair work after a Western Aust...

Stage 4 restrictions stretch HomeBuilder time frame

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 10 Aug 2020

Stage 4 Restrictions Stretch HomeBuilder Time Frame

Victorians hoping to take up the federal HomeBuilder scheme will now have more time to do so, with the construction comm...

8 ways to bolster security of your property

4 MIN READ

Property renovation • 29 Jul 2020

8 Ways To Bolster Security Of Your Property

There are eight smart home security measures investors are being encouraged to take in order to greater protect their as...

2 MIN READ

Property renovation • 28 Jul 2020

How To Find The Right Builder

Finding the right people is an essential part of any investor’s journey, with a quality builder saving investors time ...

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 9 Jul 2020

Has The HomeBuilder Stimulus Package Worked?

Homebuilders are snapping up properties as the Morrison government’s controversial HomeBuilder scheme helps lift inter...

2 MIN READ

Property renovation • 8 Jul 2020

6 Ways To Future-proof The Features Of Your Home

COVID-19 has changed the way Australians live, work and play, and the effects are set to stick with us for years to come...

2 MIN READ

Property renovation • 22 Jun 2020

How To Increase Property Valuation With Simple Renovation

Despite similarities in external design, investors can ultimately raise the value of their asset by simple cosmetic reno...

1 MIN READ

Property renovation • 17 Jun 2020

Did The Construction Sector Need Government Intervention?

Australia’s construction sector might be receiving a boost it does not need, after recent spending habits showed Austr...

2 MIN READ

Property renovation • 11 Jun 2020

Home Renos Pick Up In Sydney

With more time being spent at home, Sydney investors are looking to up the ante by undertaking a number of renovations i...

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12 MONTH GROWTH

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Bruthen

49.33%
Byron Bay

48%
Merrijig

47.93%
East Toowoomba

47.86%
Hermit Park

47.83%
Charleville

47.81%
Yallingup

47.63%
South Boulder

47.62%
Killcare

47.27%
Kent Town

46.74%

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Property renovation

Why You Should Steer Away From Reno TV Shows

Aussies Looking To Sell Offered Up To $60,000 To Spruce Up Their Properties

Property Renovation: How To Get Your Money’s Worth

The Most Common Hidden Costs In Building Quotes And Contracts