In today’s competitive market, showcasing your property to sell is more than just an option - it’s the magic that turns potential buyers into eager homeowners. Want to know how to hook those buyers? Read on to discover the art of marketing your property like a pro....
Navigating the complex landscape of property taxes in South Africa is crucial for homeowners, buyers, and investors alike. Understanding these taxes can help you avoid unexpected costs and make informed decisions about your property transactions....
Owning property is a major aspiration for many people. However, it's crucial to remember that purchasing a property should be more than just chasing a great deal—your personal financial situation plays a key role in this decision. Before diving into the property market, make sure to address these five financial aspects to ensure you’re fully prepared for this significant, long-term commitment....
Navigating property transactions can feel like wading through a sea of paperwork and legal jargon, but one of the trickiest aspects often involves suspensive and special conditions outlined in the Offer to Purchase. To ensure you get through the buying process smoothly it is imperative to scrutinise the clauses to meet all the requirements as stipulated in the OTP....
Property investment has long been heralded as a sound and smart choice for investors seeking to build wealth and secure financial stability and, with growing economic uncertainty making investors cautious, more and more people are adding real estate to their investment portfolios....
Property transactions are increasingly becoming targets for fraudsters and scammers. Whether you are buying, selling, or renting, it’s crucial to be vigilant and aware of potential red flags that could jeopardise your property deal or even result in financial loss. Here are some essential tips from real estate experts to help you stay safe....
Property is the largest investment most people will ever make and there are reams of legal and financial documents peppered with terminology throughout the lengthy process which all need to be understood and navigated, not least the condition report and how it pertains to the voetstoots clause....
These days it seems like everyone is looking at ways to stretch their budget just a little more and even more so as a homeowner. Luckily there are a few things you can do to make your budget stretch a little further without having to make radical changes - little changes, when combined, makes for big saving each month. Here are 11 things you can start doing today to lower your bills, secure better...
First-time homeownership remains a challenging goal for many South Africans, particularly the youth. Despite a brief period in 2020/21 when interest rates were cut to record lows, participation by young buyers, defined as those under 35 years old, has continued to decline steadily since 2010. This is according to insights from the latest FNB Estate Agents Survey that looks at understanding how first-time...
According to a recent Savills report which explores global trends in the world of real estate, after several years of global disruption and macroeconomic volatility, there is cause for optimism in real estate markets as healthier, greener living becomes increasingly important....