Renovate & Real Estate

In this next episode of More Than Renovating, Belinda Smith chats with Lauren May about her journey from nursing and real estate to completing more than 30 renovation deals. Lauren shares how education transformed her approach, why understanding the numbers is essential, and how building strong relationships with agents, trades and suppliers can make all the difference. She also discusses finding...

In this episode of More Than Renovating, Belinda sits down with her daughter, Amy Smith, founder of Aligned Tribe and LinkedIn business coach, for an honest conversation about backing yourself. Amy walked away from a corporate HR career to build her own business, and now helps coaches, consultants and service providers become the go-to expert in their field. She reveals how one LinkedIn post lande...

What happens when you stop waiting until you feel ready and finally back yourself? In this episode of More Than Renovating , Belinda Smith chats with Julia Surtees, a busy mum of five who went from loving houses to taking the leap into her very first renovation project. Julia spent time learning, asking questions, getting involved in the Renovation Mastery community and building her confidence bef...

What happens when you stop thinking about renovating and finally hit the go button? In this episode of  More Than Renovating , Belinda Smith chats with Megs Shorrocks — a Renovate and Real Estate student who went from watching the modules, taking the notes and wondering  "Could I actually do this?"  to buying one seriously ugly Queenslander and taking it all the way through to a successful sale. M...

What happens when you combine 28 years of interior design experience with hands-on renovation, property and management expertise? You get the ultimate renovation dream team! In this episode of More Than Renovating, Belinda Smith sits down with Julie Stackpole and Richard Elmsley, the powerhouse couple behind  SEQ Renovation Consultants . From meeting later in life in New Zealand to building a new...

In this episode of More Than Renovating, Belinda Smith sits down with Rick Florence from ColdBuster Underfloor Heating to uncover the truth about one of the most overlooked additions to a home renovation: underfloor heating. Rick shares his unique journey from corporate finance and business ownership into the underfloor heating industry, and explains why he believes the potential for underfloor he...

What does a career in music have in common with interior design? More than you might think. Renovate and Real Estate's Belinda Smith chats with interior designer, renovation consultant and artist, Donna Watson-Boyd about her journey from professional singer to founder of Interiors by Donna. Donna shares how she transformed a dated Central Coast property into a warm Spanish Revival home, why functi...

In this episode of More than Renovating, Belinda chats with renovator and owner of Rising Phoenix Property Solutions, Miescha Phillips.   Miescha's experience spans more than 10 years in the charming wine region of the Barossa, where she grew up. Her favourite renovations are homes with character. For Miescha, part of the fun is the challenge — figuring out clever, cost-effective ways to bring hom...

In this refreshingly honest episode, Founder and CEO of Renovate and Real Estate, Belinda Smith, shares her take on modern-day money values — opening up about the very standard set of wheels that get her from A to B, and why she, and the likes of multi-billionaire Warren Buffett, would never buy a fancy brand new car.   This episode explores public perception, lifestyle pressure, and the silent ex...

Join Belinda Smith, Founder and Director of Renovate and Real Estate , for a heartfelt and honest conversation with Kelly Bowen, Director of Lifestyle Finance Australia . Kelly shares the real stories behind building a business, backing yourself through the ups and downs, and helping everyday people access opportunities that can change the course of their future. This episode of More than Renovati...

In this episode of Renovate and Real Estate 's More Than Renovating podcast, Belinda Smith chats with expert builder Steve Epps from SE Building Solutions about what it really takes to run a successful renovation business. From navigating complex projects and solving unexpected problems to working with clients and bringing old homes back to life, Steve shares his journey and the unique challenges...

In this, our inspirational 70th episode of  More Than Renovating , Belinda Smith chats with Property Mindset Dynamics coach Kylie Walker about the traits that set successful renovators and investors apart. From taking imperfect action to overcoming analysis paralysis, Kylie shares how clarity, persistence, and the right network can turn property dreams into reality. Whether you're new to renovatin...

In this episode of More Than Renovating , Belinda Smith sits down with powerhouse tradie and founder of  Female Tradie , Penny Petridis. From building custom cars at 18 to having four trades under her belt, Penny shares an incredible journey of persistence, passion, and paving the way for women in construction. Penny opens up about the early challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry...

In this episode of  More Than Renovating , Belinda welcomes special guest and VIP student, Tracey Ellis from Old 2 New House Transformations. What started as a casual chat turned into a captivating story about an Aussie renovator who took her skills — and courage — all the way to Athens. Tracey shares how her spontaneous "late-to-life gap year" led to purchasing a rundown apartment in one of Europ...

Welcome back to  More Than Renovating  podcast that goes beyond bricks and mortar to explore the mindset, strategy, and heart behind property investing and renovating. In this powerful episode, our host, Belinda Smith is joined by Kylie Walker from  Property Mindset Dynamics , a highly experienced coach in the property development and investment space. Together, they dive deep into  "the middle" —...

Welcome back to More Than Renovating podcast hosted by Belinda Smith! In this episode, Belinda is joined by Samantha Asher, a renovator with a unique background that's shaped her practical and intuitive approach to property. Samantha shares her journey from growing up on Brisbane's Bayside to unknowingly absorbing the world of construction and property development through family ties. From working...

In this episode of  The More Renovating Podcast , our host Belinda Smith chats with property expert and founder of Wallace Advocates,  Emily Wallace . As a dedicated buyer's advocate , Emily helps everyday Aussies navigate the overwhelming world of home buying—securing properties that feel like the perfect fit, many of which are off-market gems. From her unexpected journey into real estate to the...

In the next episode of  More Than Renovating , our host Belinda Smith welcomes the incredible Anne-Marie Rayner from Dreamscape Renos. Anne-Marie and her husband Stuart are full-time renovators, currently working on a massive project in Umina Beach. One of Anne-Marie's standout skills? Finding unbelievable bargains on renovation materials! She shares her tried-and-tested methods for sourcing high-...

Kickstarting 2025 with the More Than Renovating Podcast! Join us as we welcome back our host Belinda Smith and our special guest, Lisa Hazel, a student of Renovation Consultancy Mastery. Lisa has launched her renovation consultancy business,  The Celestial Place , while balancing a significant government role and her passion for sustainable renovations. Lisa envisions a future where she will fully...

In this next episode of the More Than Renovating Podcast, our host Belinda Smith chats with Cel McCuskey, the mastermind behind TileEasy.com.au . Cel is the founder and innovator of Tile Easy, a revolutionary flooring solution. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, property renovator, or commercial fit-out expert, this episode is packed with insights!   Here's what we cover: ✅ How a tile interlocking...

In the next episode of the More Than Renovating Podcast, our host Belinda Smith chats with Amy Page about her journey into property investment and her recent renovation project. Over the past 12 weeks, they've worked closely together. Amy shares how she navigated the early stages of buying a property, initially aiming to flip, but later pivoting to holding it for the long term. We dive into the ch...

In this episode of More Than Renovating , host Belinda Smith from Renovate and Real Estate dives into the complexities of juggling multiple responsibilities while managing renovation projects. Renovating isn't just about swinging hammers and painting walls—it's a delicate balancing act of planning, prioritising, and staying ahead of the game, especially when life throws in additional tasks like fa...

Welcome to the latest episode of the More Than Renovating podcast with your host, Belinda Smith. In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of sisters Kylee and Jodie, who transformed their long-time dream of flipping houses into a reality. Discover how they turned a neglected property into a profitable venture, the challenges they overcame, and the deep satisfaction of achieving their goal...

In this episode of More Than Renovating, your host Belinda Smith welcomes back a very special guest, John Foong for part 2 as they dive into the fascinating world of property search and investment. John discusses the innovative features of the Domain app, including the overhaul that enhances the user experience and how AI is shaping the future of real estate. He also provides valuable insights for...

Welcome to the latest episode of the More Than Renovating Podcast with your host, Belinda Smith. Today, we're excited to introduce you to Roger and Victoria from Urban Uplift, who are an entrepreneurial young couple and property enthusiasts from Queensland who love to travel. Realising that the traditional 9-to-5 wasn't for them, they ventured into creating multiple streams of income, with renovat...