A predominantly young and rapidly urbanising population is contributing towards a growing demand for sectional title residential properties in South Africa, particularly in the major metropolitan areas and key commercial hubs, says Dr Andrew Golding....
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed how we work in South Africa, and the shift to hybrid working is demanding change in workspaces across the country. As hybrid workspaces become the norm, it is vital for landlords to optimise workplaces to accommodate the modern workforce and drive productivity....
It has now been over two years since the pandemic first hit our shores. While some aspects of life have changed dramatically since then, others have slowly returned to the way they were before....
Across the planet, many employers of office workers are trying to grapple with their approach regarding the long-term trend towards greater working from home (WFH) and working from anywhere (WFA). Some are resisting, and some are embracing it. But in the end, the market will have the final say....
The way we live in - and experience - our homes has forever changed since the onset of Covid-19 and, in the long term, this means that the way in which houses are designed and constructed must also be adapted to meet new demands and priorities....
Quality of life has become a priority for many homeowners during the pandemic. When you are spending most of your time living and working at home, there’s an even greater need to create a living space that is comfortable, functional, and hygienic....
It is now clear that many of the changes in working, commuting and learning patterns that have come about because of the Covid-19 pandemic will become permanent adjustments for a great number of families – and will probably also bring about some rapid changes in what home buyers perceive as priority features....
The ongoing threat of COVID-19 means that our lives have become increasingly digital. Now more than ever before, sellers will need to ensure that their listing stands out online if they want to secure a timeous sale....
The digitization of home viewing is the way forward for the real estate industry, with quite a large percentage of buyers who are relocating to another town or city already being prepared to buy just off virtual tours rather than a personal viewing....
The past year has seen Covid-19 impact the majority of industries and sectors, both locally and globally. In addition to new workplace and personal challenges as a result of the pandemic, lockdown life has forced individuals to spend most of their time homebound, adding new emphasis to the importance of living spaces....