There is a lot that Sectional Title trustees and Home Owners’ Association directors can do to avoid large insurance claims arising in their housing schemes – and also things that they must do to avoid any claims that are submitted from being repudiated....

Many people want to invest in property, but not everyone can afford to purchase a house, apartment or piece of land. Co-ownership for investment purposes is a good way to get onto the property ownership ladder, but it’s not something to jump into blindly. Owning property with a friend, sibling or other close family friends can be tricky. Here’s what you need to know about property co-ownership in South...

Community housing schemes should have compliant record-keeping systems, including those of their managing agents, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act....

For many buyers, sectional title living offers heightened security, affordability, and a more communal way of life. However, sectional title ownership comes with a variety of ownership responsibilities and legalities of which buyers are not always aware....

Whether you are a first-time property buyer, a seasoned investor, or considering downsizing, there are important questions you need to ask before buying a sectional title property....

As a first-time buyer, you might be wondering whether you should buy a freestanding home or a unit in a sectional title scheme - we find out why buying a sectional title could be a great choice for you....

Buying a house as a young professional is vastly different than buying a home for when you have kids - we take a look at what you should be looking out for when house-hunting for a family home....

If you are still on the fence about whether it is better to buy or rent a home, here’s some good news that could help you make up your mind....

The repo rate, which directly impacts interest rates, affects many aspects of an economy, such as the exchange rate and money supply. As such, it can be used to manipulate spending to reach certain economic goals. For example, when spending and hence economic activity is low, the Reserve Bank may lower the interest rate to lower the cost of borrowing money, effectively incentivising consumers, and...

Buying a new home can sometimes be fraught with challenges, from a lack of funds to a lack of available homes, or even just complicated family dynamics to navigate through. In most cases, there are workarounds for the challenges if buyers are willing to lean into the advice provided by a local real estate professional....