Australian Property Investor

Make $70,000 From a Simple Renovation with Taku Ekanayake

Australian Property Investor

Show Notes

Uber driver/salesman, Taku Ekanayake, has learnt from undertaking property investing as a side hustle that connections are key. You’ll learn how to use these connections to find the best properties for under market value and how a quick reno can instantly increase the value of your property!

You’ll hear Ekanayake’s advice for anyone looking to buy, renovate and sell. You will discover how you can get $70,000 out of a cosmetic renovation as you learn how to save from spending $20,000 on the renovation itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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