If you are selling your home you might have come across a few tips and tricks on how to price your property - but the truth is that many of these are just myths and could actually get in the way of selling your home. We take a look at seven of the most common myths and the truth...
As if property transactions weren’t already convoluted enough with reams of documentation and legalese to navigate, there are also often suspensive conditions included in the Offer to Purchase that needs to be met by one or both parties, and these need to be gone over with a fine tooth comb....
Spring has sprung and with that South Africans will once again be heading outdoors as much as possible. We are known for our sunshine and braais, and this is often a key consideration when buyers and tenants look for properties....
Selling a home is one of the biggest transactions a person can make. Selecting the right agent will make a huge difference in how it all plays out. A skilled real estate professional can help navigate everything from marketing the home to negotiating the best possible offer, which is why it is important to choose wisely and select somebody who is compatible with your unique needs....
When it comes to home trends, most of the focus is on interior aspects like layout, colour schemes, kitchen design, and the latest décor however, considering that kerb appeal is where first impressions are formed, the exterior is perhaps even more important in the grand scheme of things....
The residential property market continues to operate at above-average levels with higher demand and number of units sold driven by the low-interest rate and high bank lending, arguably the most favourable phase for buyers in many years....
While every owner wants to sell their property at the best possible price, overpricing a home can be the kiss of death for a sale. Modern buyers are well-informed on the property market and what they can expect for their money. They are thus more likely to avoid overvalued properties altogether. Homeowners that have overpriced their property - whether on their own accord or because of poor advice...
With many people in KZN having suffered extensive damage to their properties as a result of severe flooding, it is imperative to first distinguish whether the property has been damaged to a point that it is no longer safe to reside in, or if the property is damaged but is still deemed to be safe to reside in....
Property transactions are lengthy and convoluted processes with many potential pitfalls and, in a strong sellers’ market, one or two small mistakes are unlikely to be an issue, however, more serious omissions or errors can really put a spanner in the works and, in a tougher market, even small errors can prove costly....
Every agent wants to sign an Exclusive Sole Mandate (ESM), but often sellers opt to sign an open mandate with many agents. This is because sellers often believe that by having many agents on board, their property will sell quickly. But this is not always the case. In fact, it often works out a lot better to sign an Exclusive Sole Mandate....