I get lots of people asking me general questions about their property investments during the process of advising them about their renovation. (Read More)
Hotspace Blog
Claiming more $$ in deductions when renovating an older property
Jane Eyles-Bennett - Monday, March 01, 2010
I put an article here on the website recently and had a number of people say they had never heard of the concept of 'scrapping' or writing off items before you renovate - so I thought this blog was a good place to draw attention to it! (Read More)
Hot Articles
Choosing a property to renovate
The current state of the property market has stopped many people, especially investors, in their.. moreBudget blowouts
It's no secret that the number one trick for a successful investment property renovation is to remai.. moreTestimonials
In March 2008, I employed the service of Hotspace Consultants to provide a design consultation for the interior and exterior of a three bedroom investment property in Coolum Beach, Queensland. To create the maximum rental or resale value, I con.. more
Testimonials
"Consulting Hotspace was the best step I took during the entire
renovation process. Their professional service is one of a kind and
their know-how is priceless.
Hotspace helped me to see even more potential in my property and make the right decisions to get the best out of the renovation. The detailed report I was provided was the perfect prescription to get me on the right track and prevent me from making costly mistakes. Hotspace relieved so much of the usual renovating stresses and gave me the tools and confidence to enjoy the process. I highly recommend the services of Hotspace to all renovators, both new and experienced. I'll certainly Hotspace my next reno!
"Hotspace your next reno - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Hotspace helped me to see even more potential in my property and make the right decisions to get the best out of the renovation. The detailed report I was provided was the perfect prescription to get me on the right track and prevent me from making costly mistakes. Hotspace relieved so much of the usual renovating stresses and gave me the tools and confidence to enjoy the process. I highly recommend the services of Hotspace to all renovators, both new and experienced. I'll certainly Hotspace my next reno!
"Hotspace your next reno - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Anita Douglas
"We recently employed Hotspace Consultants to help us renovate our home.
The consultant was prompt, friendly, organised and professional. She was extremely knowledgeable about design and renovations in general and easily tailored a solution specific to our property. She worked in with what was best to retain (otherwise expensive to replace) and gave invaluable information and advice regarding our options.
Within days we had a complete design report which itemised everything we needed to do to upgrade the house; gain street appeal, create a warm, inviting feeling within and achieve a nice flow right through the property, including outside living. It simplified to us what had seemed a huge task and was provided in one easy to follow document.
Hotspace gave us the keys to make the most of our property. We did only what was necessary and cost efficient and still got maximum result. We saved money, time and got it right first time. Not a test pot in sight!
We highly recommend Hotspace.
" Heard enough? Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
The consultant was prompt, friendly, organised and professional. She was extremely knowledgeable about design and renovations in general and easily tailored a solution specific to our property. She worked in with what was best to retain (otherwise expensive to replace) and gave invaluable information and advice regarding our options.
Within days we had a complete design report which itemised everything we needed to do to upgrade the house; gain street appeal, create a warm, inviting feeling within and achieve a nice flow right through the property, including outside living. It simplified to us what had seemed a huge task and was provided in one easy to follow document.
Hotspace gave us the keys to make the most of our property. We did only what was necessary and cost efficient and still got maximum result. We saved money, time and got it right first time. Not a test pot in sight!
We highly recommend Hotspace.
" Heard enough? Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Cheryl Ware
"Thanks so much to Hotspace for your guidance through my renovation.
Being in the building industry myself I was well aware that this renovation was never going to be quick and inexpensive but I have no doubt that your service saved me both time and money. Hotspace also made it possible for me to accomplish an end result that I had imagined yet found difficult to picture.
Your consultation reaffirmed my own ideas and extended upon them, and your expertise sorted these ideas into a precise format that I could follow with a fraction of the indecision that plagued me in previous building projects.
Hotspace does not conform to the expensive and exclusive stereotype of the design/decorating profession and I would not hesitate to recommend them, rather I would suggest that it would be impractical to undertake a renovation project without them.
"Undertake your reno under the guidance of Hotspace - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Being in the building industry myself I was well aware that this renovation was never going to be quick and inexpensive but I have no doubt that your service saved me both time and money. Hotspace also made it possible for me to accomplish an end result that I had imagined yet found difficult to picture.
Your consultation reaffirmed my own ideas and extended upon them, and your expertise sorted these ideas into a precise format that I could follow with a fraction of the indecision that plagued me in previous building projects.
Hotspace does not conform to the expensive and exclusive stereotype of the design/decorating profession and I would not hesitate to recommend them, rather I would suggest that it would be impractical to undertake a renovation project without them.
"Undertake your reno under the guidance of Hotspace - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Dean Carmichael
"In March 2008, I employed the service of Hotspace Consultants to
provide a design consultation for the interior and exterior of a three
bedroom investment property in Coolum Beach, Queensland.
To create the maximum rental or resale value, I considered this property to be challenging being a plain brick and tile house with a tired interior.
Hotspace managed to find the X factor. Through their experience and desire to create an exceptional outcome, Hotspace used numerous tricks and ideas that will enable me to create a special living environment within a modest budget.
Having owned several residential and commercial properties, I consider this to be potentially one of the best returns on investment.
I would highly recommend Hotspace consultants to anyone who wishes to freshen up their family home, or their investment property to achieve highest rent, or maximum resale value.
"Maximise your renovations' profit - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
To create the maximum rental or resale value, I considered this property to be challenging being a plain brick and tile house with a tired interior.
Hotspace managed to find the X factor. Through their experience and desire to create an exceptional outcome, Hotspace used numerous tricks and ideas that will enable me to create a special living environment within a modest budget.
Having owned several residential and commercial properties, I consider this to be potentially one of the best returns on investment.
I would highly recommend Hotspace consultants to anyone who wishes to freshen up their family home, or their investment property to achieve highest rent, or maximum resale value.
"Maximise your renovations' profit - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
John Warren
"You may not remember but I bought your Kitchen DIY Guide e-book and attended the meeting at Positive Real Estate in Sydney when you gave your presentation.
In the meantime I have renovated a property in Melbourne following your strategy.
The result:
It only cost me just under 4.5 % of the value of the property which is valued at $425,000.
The agent is very impressed and I am now able to increase the rent by $80 to $90 per week.
Many thanks for all your tips and information. It made it so easy and I hope to be able to do the same with a future property. "
In the meantime I have renovated a property in Melbourne following your strategy.
- I renovated the kitchen.
- Changed all the old light fittings to oyster fittings and opal in the bathroom and toilet.
- Changed all the blinds to PVC wide white venetian blinds.
- Changed the old heater to a spanking new gas wall heater.
- Painted the place out with neutral colours.
- The carpet was only 2 years old.
The result:
It only cost me just under 4.5 % of the value of the property which is valued at $425,000.
The agent is very impressed and I am now able to increase the rent by $80 to $90 per week.
Many thanks for all your tips and information. It made it so easy and I hope to be able to do the same with a future property. "
Pamela Reid
"I found Hotspace Consultants to be very effective, although I was a bit hesitant at first to work only via photographs, phone and e-mail. But the results proved the process to be no problem in any way...all I had to do was make sure I took plenty of photos.
Hotspace were so helpful, available, enthusiastic and totally committed to maximising the value of my property, and in the most cost effective way.
"Get the ball rolling - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Hotspace were so helpful, available, enthusiastic and totally committed to maximising the value of my property, and in the most cost effective way.
"Get the ball rolling - Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Sepi Tobias-Szabo
"Having Hotspace do a tailored Renovation Design Report for me was a life saver. We had had a
bad experience with some tenants who destroyed our property - but being
armed with my Hotspace design report, it made it a lot easier and
faster to arrange new floor coverings & paint etc as I did not have
to think about colours or what to put where.
I would highly recommend their service to anybody who wants fantastic results without the massive price tag.
"Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
I would highly recommend their service to anybody who wants fantastic results without the massive price tag.
"Request your Renovation Design Report here. "
Comments
Post has no comments.