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First-time home buyer's guide: Buy like a pro
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First-time home buyer's guide: Buy like a pro

Updated for 2026: We've created a handy step-by-step guide to help you understand the process of buying a home in South Africa.

Improve your property’s value
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Improve your property’s value

Learn how small upgrades, smart maintenance and informed choices can help protect and grow your property’s value.

Rentvesting gains traction in South Africa as younger buyers rethink the property ladder
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Rentvesting gains traction in South Africa as younger buyers rethink the property ladder

Rentvesting helps younger buyers enter the market sooner while renting where they want to live.

Home loan pre-approval: your first step to buying a home
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Home loan pre-approval: your first step to buying a home

Start your homebuying journey with confidence by understanding your budget before searching for the right property.

Understanding property costs beyond the purchase price
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Understanding property costs beyond the purchase price

Buying property costs more than the purchase price. Understand the hidden expenses before making an offer.

KZN on the rise
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KZN on the rise

Why more South Africans are choosing to make their permanent home in KwaZulu-Natal.

18 questions every property buyer should ask before making an offer
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18 questions every property buyer should ask before making an offer

Ask the right questions before buying property to avoid costly mistakes and make confident, informed decisions when purchasing your home.

The barriers preventing homeownership
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The barriers preventing homeownership

Many believe homeownership is harder for their generation, as rising costs and affordability barriers keep more buyers out.

A simple guide to calculating Transfer Duty
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A simple guide to calculating Transfer Duty

When buying property, one of the most important upfront costs to understand is Transfer Duty.