In Part 3 of this powerful renovation series, Moxin Reza and Belinda Smith from Renovate and Real Estate dive deep into the real-world process of flipping properties from running high-level feasibilities to managing trades and structuring deals for maximum profit.
If you’ve ever wondered how professional renovators calculate renovation costs, negotiate purchase prices, or manage multiple trades without blowing the budget — this episode is packed with practical frameworks you can use right away.
Learn how to:
- Run a quick renovation feasibility using the 1.4 Rule
- Structure your joint venture (JV) deals the right way
- Avoid hidden renovation costs that kill your profits
- Manage trades efficiently and create a smooth renovation workflow
- Decide what to DIY vs outsource to tradies
- Stay legally protected with strong due diligence clauses
- Keep your renovation stress-free with structured cash flow
Whether you’re a beginner renovator or a seasoned investor, this conversation offers end-to-end insight into running profitable, compliant, and scalable renovation projects.
Highlight:
00:50 – Intro to Part 3
01:33 – Quick Feasibility Tips & Using the 1.4 Rule
03:23 - Structuring the Purchase & Negotiating Smartly
05:42 – Legal Protection & JV Agreement Essentials
10:26 - Do You Need to Know a Trade to Be a Renovator?
12:29 - Renovation Planning & Trade Scheduling
17:13 - DIY vs Hiring Trades: Finding the Right Balance
21:56 – Final Insights with Moxin Reza
About the Guest
Belinda Smith – Renovate and Real Estate
With decades of hands-on renovation experience across Australia, Belinda helps renovators turn property projects into profitable ventures. Through Renovate and Real Estate, she empowers investors with the knowledge to plan, budget, and execute renovations that create real equity and wealth.
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