Selling one’s home is not a simple matter of putting it on the market and accepting the best offer – there are a multitude of factors to consider and decisions to be made, and the to-do list now includes the Mandatory Property Disclosure Form, which is a legal requirement for all property sales. In fact, without it, an estate agent is not permitted to list or market your home....
South Africa’s housing market continued to build on its steady recovery in August 2025, with the latest FNB House Price Index (HPI) showing the fastest annual growth in more than three years. Despite muted mortgage lending, demand resilience, shifting buyer preferences, and regional momentum are underpinning the positive trend....
It's not uncommon for landlords or property owners to decide to sell their rental properties, and when faced with such a situation, tenants often find themselves wondering about their rights and the impact on their living situation. While it is usually advisable that landlords or property owners wait until the end of the lease before they sell the property, that is not always possible....
Buying a first home in South Africa is doable on a modest income, if you use the right tools: a realistic affordability plan, the right loan product, and (often) a once-off government subsidy that can cover your deposit and costs. This guide walks you through every step, with current rules and rates....
When it comes to selling a home, every property owner dreams of securing the best possible price. Unfortunately, one of the most common mistakes sellers make is setting the price too high. While it might seem like a good idea to “test the market,” overpricing can backfire, leaving a home stuck on the market for months, attracting little interest, and eventually forcing the seller to accept less than...
The latest FNB Property Barometer for July 2025 shows that South Africa’s housing market is holding steady, with the FNB House Price Index (HPI) averaging 3.7% year-on-year. June’s figure was also revised up from 3.2% to match July’s 3.7%, signalling a notable moment — house prices are now rising slightly faster than inflation....
The latest FNB Estate Agent Survey for the second quarter of 2025 reveals a slight cooling in South Africa’s residential property market. While activity and sentiment have dipped compared to the previous quarter, the affordable housing segment continues to shine, driven by interest rate cuts and increased demand from first-time buyers....
Every homeowner dreams of selling their property for the best possible price, but when it comes to pricing, pushing too high can backfire, leaving your property unsold and gathering dust in the market....
If you’re in the market for a new home in South Africa, especially in popular, fast-moving areas, you may come across something in your Offer to Purchase (OTP) called the 72-hour clause. At first glance, it might sound a bit intimidating, but it’s a common part of many property transactions....
South African households are bracing for the above-inflation increase in key municipal services as the new financial year begins on 1 July 2025. This includes increases in electricity, water, sanitation, refuse removal, and property rates....