What you can do when the banks say no

It’s no surprise that times are tough if you’re banking on a property loan. Lending criteria with banks have tightened up and record numbers of applicants are being turned down for a loan they probably would have easily secured five years ago, when the market […]

How a first-time renovator found success in regional NSW

Having grown up in Wollongong, first-time renovator Anne was familiar with the NSW south coast city and its surrounding suburbs, even though she now lives in Sydney. Priced out of the Sydney market, she decided to return to familiar roots and look for a rental […]

How to get a DIY designer kitchen in 1 day

Few people have the luxury of an unlimited budget when it comes time to overhaul their kitchen – traditionally one of the most trade-intensive and hence expensive rooms to renovate. For a total strip out and fit out, labour costs can spiral out of control […]

Serial renovator makes a cracking $70K profit

Yet another profitable project for 2010 graduate Jason who has successfully flipped this dated Queensland property for a $70K+ profit! STUDENT NAME: Jason M. RENO TIME FRAME: 10 weeks PROFIT:  $72,700 (after purchase, reno & holding costs*) Property Location: Moreton Bay region, Qld Property Type: Freestanding 2 storey […]

Starting on the property ladder

Bondi buddies, Gavin and Tracy have bought in Blacktown, in Sydney’s west, to get their foot on the property ladder. With Cherie’s help all is going well until their neighbour throws a spanner in the works.  They learn he’s decided to put in a new fence […]