Post by
Muhammad Usama
Oct 20th, 2025

Renovation Secrets: Finance, Risks and Rewards- Part 3

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. 

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Episode Highlights: 

  • 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 

     

 

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