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Buying a home in an established area
One of the benefits of buying property in an established neighbourhood is that buyers can obtain data regarding the area’s appreciation value...
12 Mar 2014
10 ways to childproof your home
If you’re about to bring home a new baby, you need to make sure your property will provide a safe and loving environment. Get tips...
11 Mar 2014
Leaks in sectional title schemes
When dealing with leaks in sectional title units, it’s best to attend to them immediately and not ignore issues as insurance may then refuse to pay...
10 Mar 2014
Advice for buying retirement property
There are many factors to consider when buying into retirement schemes such as location, price, facilities on offer and additional costs...
10 Mar 2014
ST scheme special levy collections
Situations arise where trustees have to make the hard decision of raising special levies from the owners of the scheme in a short space of time...
07 Mar 2014
Top value-add home renovation trends
Knowing the home improvement trends and what buyers are looking for is essential for homeowners wanting to increase the value of their property...
06 Mar 2014
Beware high density ST units
High density schemes have provided the ideal entry point to the market, but there are risks and pitfalls associated with this type of purchase...
06 Mar 2014
Factor in extra costs of buying a home
All too often buyers don’t know about the extra costs involved in buying property and have difficulty raising additional cash needed. Get tips...
06 Mar 2014
How to deal with errant tenants
It is important for any landlord or investor with a rental portfolio to familiarise themselves with the PIE Act. Read this advice...
05 Mar 2014
Assets unhelpful in bond application
Potential home buyers should not make the mistake of believing that if they have substantial assets, these will qualify them for a home loan...
04 Mar 2014
How to spot good property investments
In good times and bad, investment in real estate has proven difficult to beat on almost any measure. Here's how to spot a sound buy...
04 Mar 2014
Extensions of sectional title schemes
Buyers should check before signing an offer to purchase in a sectional title scheme, whether there is a right of extension in place...
28 Feb 2014
How to find the right tenant
When it comes to finding a tenant, you need to take a number of things into account before deciding on the type of mandate to give the rental agent...
27 Feb 2014
Tips for savvy investors
In creating wealth and planning for retirement, it’s best to diversify your portfolio with investments in property, shares, bonds and cash...
26 Feb 2014
HOA VAT registration changes welcomed
An amendment will be implemented on 1 April 2014, whereby HOAs will no longer have to register as VAT vendors...
24 Feb 2014
Smart home staging tips for selling
When homeowners decide to sell, it's in their best interests to enhance the property’s unique features and clear the clutter. Get tips...
21 Feb 2014
Fixing rates on affordable property
Fixing rates is ideal for first-time buyers and for those buying in the affordable housing sector with homes priced up to R600k...
20 Feb 2014
6 tips for revamping your finances
There is hope for financial freedom, for wealth and having the life you want even in the face of an interest rate hike - revise your resolutions...
20 Feb 2014
Factor in costs of buy-to-let property
Investors buying property to let often miscalculate their returns and should be careful to total up all the actual costs of running a property...
18 Feb 2014
5 tips to avoid home buyer’s remorse
Buying property will probably be your biggest financial commitment, and it's not only about identifying the right area. Here's a 5-step guide...
17 Feb 2014
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