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I found an interesting read on the Apple Inc company that I think you should have a read of.

It’s a great tale of how the company nearly went out of business and how through planning and innovation has come out on top with its share price showing the results. There is a great picture there showing the stock price when announcements were made and when products were shipped and the effect on the stock price. Check out where the stock price went after the iPhone announcement…
A good read about business and stocks.

Check it out 

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For first timers renovating, setting and sticking to a budget is paramount so as not to over capitalise.  The usual budget for a reno job is about 5% of the purchase price of the property.

From there:

• Research what needs to be done to the property and who will do the work (yourself or reliable tradesmen)
• Start from the Street - Street appeal - paint, render, new fence, new letter box etc
• Inside - flooring (floorboards or tiles and carpet), paint (neutral colours), blinds for curtains etc
• Kitchen - use cheap and effective ideas such as tile paint , laminate paint and new handles for cupboards and just replacing bench tops.
• Bathroom - make it look big and clean - mirror, whites, tub and tile paint, get rid of the shower curtain, new taps \ vanity and toilet if necessary
• Adding other value items that your tenants will appreciate such as a dishwasher and an Air Conditioner

Remember most renovations should be done within 4 weeks.

Good Luck and to read more about the subject head on over to the Reno Kings Web Site.