Buying Property
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Why do some houses and areas cost more?
Property prices aren’t set by sellers, they’re determined by what buyers are willing to pay, shaped by location, market trends,…
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Is the property asking price always negotiable?
Property asking prices aren’t always fixed—factors like market conditions, seller motivation, and cash offers can open the door to negotiation.
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How levies work in layered estates
Buying in a layered estate? Know how levies work between HOAs and Bodies Corporate, as costs and voting rights differ…
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Tips for buying a repossessed property
Buying a repossessed property can unlock real bargains, but it comes with risks. From bank-mandated sales to auctions and repossessed…
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Beyond the offer, why property deals fall through
Even after an Offer to Purchase is signed, property deals can still collapse. From failed finance and unsold homes to…
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Top tips for first time home buyers
Industry experts share their top investment advice for first-time buyers.
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Protect your money … every property agent must have a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate
Make sure your property agent is registered. A valid Fidelity Fund Certificate protects you, your money, and ensures legal, ethical…
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Tips for finding the perfect family home
For those who are on the hunt for the perfect family home, this article shares some age-old wisdom on what…
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Lower cash vs higher bond offer, how to weigh the benefits
Weighing up a lower cash offer versus a higher bond-backed one? Experts unpack the trade-offs between speed, certainty, and sale…
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House hunting? Here’s how to get the most out of showings and open houses
Make smarter home-buying decisions with these expert tips for navigating showings and open houses—without the burnout or buyer’s remorse.
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SA’s top buy-to-let suburbs
South Africa’s rental market is thriving, with low vacancies and high yields making suburbs like Woodstock, Bellville, Sandton, and Umhlanga…
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Lower borrowing costs open doors for home buyers
Falling interest rates, rising approval rates and lower deposits are opening doors for South African homebuyers, especially first-time buyers, amid…
