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Hi Guys OK, here's the goss. My wife Karmen is the IT guru, and she is extremely pregnant, so everything is a bit chaotic. We therefore apologise for the web hiccups. We are currently getting the payment link set up online. Until then, please print off and fax order, as our site is...

Hi everyone. I am putting together a FREE resource page on my website to help others when renovating. Based in Melbourne, it is difficult to find info on other states. Basically, I need names and addresses of places wher investors can purchase and save on products or services such as...

Hi everyone. Just a quick 20 cents worth. Geoff and Paul are jovial by nature. That is there style, and they enjoy what they do. My first impression was that they are the Laurel & Hardy of renovation. Now, I don't don't work for them, nor do I have any affiliation with them. Of all...

Hi Kev I almost always use Fowles. You will however need to set aside at least half a day on Wednesday to attend. So work out if it is worth it. Most of their stuff is left overs, so you need to be careful, and always purchase more than you need just in case. You will need to...

Hi all. I'm so excited by the reno postings that I just had to get in on the act. But I am an absolute dinosaur with PC's and need help on how to paste images on this post. Pictures are stored in Powerpoiny and as DCP's. Help me pleeeease! Cheers, Sam

Well done Sam. Very good considering what looks to be a tight room. Also, thanks for sharing costs and resources with everyone. Sam V.

Hello Mrs Bird. I have used Able Bath Restoration. Only sprayed tub, and added new floor and wall tiles. Most resprayers were quoting me around $100 pm2 for tiles, and I found it cheaper to retile. Also forgot to add that I stripped the batromm myself and didn't move any plumbing...

Hi Guys. Just completed a reno in North Melbourne. I have found that it is cheapest to supply materials yourself and hire different tradespeople to do the work. Here's the cost breakdown for the bathroom: Respray: $385 Pedestal Basin...

Look out everyone. I actually agree with brains this time. Yes too much is spent on promoting the agency. Unfortunately, sucess is based on percption, so the more boards the better the perception of how successful you are. Try and look at this from a vendor's point of view. Real...

Hi all. Twas me who posted about Custodian. I came to know them from the book. When I went along to the seminar, Simon tne presenter was a past client. The house he talks about in Bentliegh was purchased from me. Here's me 20c worth. Bought a few from them and they are doing very...

Hi everyone. I was at a management training course today and got myself into hot water. When it came to the subject of money, everyone seemed to avoid the topic as if it wasn't inportant. So, being the stirrer that I am, I asked the question: Why is everyone in denial about money...

Darn it! I'm off to the plastic surgeon tommorow. Here's living proof that uglies don't make sales. And to think I thought it was my personality holding me back. Or was that my bad breath? I've got photos and commission statements to back this up! Cheers Sam Ps: The reverse...

Hi Kristine. Thanks for the honest reply. I agree wholeheartedly with everything. Yes I am in the industry. I left it a few years ago as I was disillutioned with most of the practises and the pressure from the boss to close deals. I then spent about a year working with companies which...

Hi Kristine. Just passing on some experiences with some that I know, and what they have told me. Not implying that all are no good, so please don't take the comments out of context, or personally. The ones that I have spoken to tell me of engaing clients @ 3%. When I asked, what happens...

At least you won't die wondering. Remember that when the day comes and someone says: "I remember when I could have bought 10 houses for $50k each twenty years ago", you will proudly respond: "So do I, and I did"! I had a similar experience in Sunshine last year. There were also some...