S3, Ep33 -Renovation Secrets: Finance, Risks and Rewards- Part 2

What taxes really apply when flipping properties and how should renovators structure their deals to stay compliant while maximizing profit? In Part 2, Moxin Reza and Belinda Smith from Renovate and Real Estate unpack the million-dollar questions around GST, PPOR flips, and efficient tax planning.

From understanding when a renovation crosses into “business territory” to choosing the right accountant and identifying high-return renovation areas using the 1.4 rule — this episode dives deep into the strategic side of renovating.

Belinda also shares how to spot profitable fixer-uppers, the difference between cosmetic and structural renovations, and how to avoid overcapitalizing while still achieving standout results.

Highlights

00:58 – Episode Introduction

01:44 – Understanding GST in Property Flips

04:07 – Choosing the Right Accountant for Your Property Journey

10:14 – Selecting the Right Property and Suburb

16:35 – Setting a Realistic Renovation Budget

17:47 – Cosmetic vs Structural Renovations

19:57 – Post-Reno Valuations and Design Decisions

24:50 – Renovating for Your Market & Final Takeaways

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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