What does it take to succeed in the renovation game? From financing your first project to structuring joint ventures and navigating tax implications, this episode dives deep into the real-world strategies renovators need to thrive. 

Joining Moxin Reza is Belinda Smith from Renovate and Real Estate, who has decades of renovation experience both in Australia and overseas. Belinda shares her journey from her very first renovation at 19 to helping thousands of renovators build wealth through property. 

From using other people’s money (OPM) and bringing in joint venture partners, to avoiding costly mistakes with structures and tax, Belinda breaks down how everyday investors can start small and scale smart. 

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your renovation game to the next level, this episode is packed with practical lessons, hard-won insights, and a refreshing dose of realism. 

Highlights 

0:00 – Welcome to Help Me Buy Property Podcast 

6:07 – How does financing work in the renovation world? 

8:42 – Debt, equity, savings, and bringing in joint venture partners 

9:54 – The minimum benchmark: how much money do you really need to start? 

1:00 – Balancing pessimism vs. optimism in property investing 

3:41 – Structuring projects with money partners & tax considerations 

7:23 – Why structuring the deal correctly is crucial for long-term success 

9:12 – Guest final thoughts: renovation as a business, not just a job 

About the Guest 

Belinda Smith – Renovate and Real Estate 

With decades of hands-on experience in renovations across Australia and abroad, Belinda has turned her passion into a business that educates and supports renovators at every stage. Through Renovate and Real Estate, she empowers investors to use smart financing, avoid costly mistakes, and create long-term wealth through property. 

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