12th Apr

So you think you can renovate? with Owen Smith

  • podcast
  • 26 mins

Renovating. How hard can it really be? Grab some cans of paint and some new carpet, block out a few weekends and voila! A reno done and dusted with huge profits on the way! The reality is, renovations are not as easy or as glamorous as some TV shows would portray them to be. If not done properly and without the right planning in place, they can time-consuming and costly, so it's essential to have a clear understanding of your goals and limitations from the outset. My guest today, Owen Smith, is a tradesman who specialises in renovations and is here to discuss the right and wrong way to go about one. From hiring the right contractors to budgeting effectively, to planning your renovation properly so that there are no surprises along the way. Whether you're planning a small DIY project, flipping a property or doing a major overhaul on your investment property, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and achieve the renovation of your dreams.

Our Team This week

Owen Smith

Owen Smith

Owner of Noble Amor

Owen brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the building industry to all his business and client relationships, assisting home owners to achieve optimum results in the sale or rental of their property. Working with a hand-picked team of professional tradespeople, Owen is highly qualified carpenter and project manager with over 20 years’ experience across a variety of construction industries such as high end residential property, commercial property and rental property services.

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Phoebe Zukowski-Wallace

Producer and Host (Former)

With extensive experience in podcast producing, audio editing, social media and script writing, Phoebe is a creative powerhouse in the Investor Intelligence team. Her innate interest in creating interesting content coupled with her passion and drive for quality production and storytelling brings life and excitement to the material she produces for Investor Intelligence.

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