Did you know that getting pre-qualified should be your first step on the property journey - even before getting a real estate agent or looking around for properties? Before you can understand the importance of pre-qualification, you need to understand your credit profile - this is true not only for first-time home buyers but also if you’re buying your first car, or refinancing a bond or loan. A...
Most buyers who are considering a Sectional Title property know by now that they should first check how much the monthly levy is and what it covers before making an offer to purchase....
Owning our very own home is exciting but it can also be daunting, particularly for first-time buyers who are likely to feel anxious about the additional responsibilities of home ownership and the burden of a long-term financial commitment....
First-time property buyers continue to dominate activity in the residential market despite recent interest rate hikes....
Buying a home is still one of the biggest financial commitments that most people will ever make – and it has become even more complex in recent years so it’s vital to be aware of the major “potholes” you need to avoid, especially if you are a first-time buyer....
Applying for a home loan can be a daunting experience. The most crucial step toward owning a home is acquiring the necessary funding to afford the purchase. To ensure a successful application, there are a few steps buyers can follow to secure the required capital at the best possible interest rate....
Buying a property for investment purposes has grown in popularity over the years. This is due to a number of things including the popularity of homesharing and the growth of the rental economy, especially among the younger generations who don’t all wish to own assets, according to a Deloitte survey....
For most people, becoming a home owner is the ultimate dream but it’s also one of the largest financial investments they will ever make – and there’s a lot that they don’t tell you before you sign on the dotted line....
When the property market first re-opened after the initial lockdown period, several distinct new trends appeared on buyer wish lists, among them, extra space for a home office and family entertainment and large gardens with pools became popular once again....
The Pam Golding Residential Property Index highlights some ongoing shifts in the national housing market. These include the fact that the Covid-induced boom in freehold residential property price inflation continues to fade when compared with sectional title, with the gap narrowing to a revised 2.4% in April 2022, having peaked at 3.9% in March 2021....