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How alternative credit data is helping more South Africans buy homes
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How alternative credit data is helping more South Africans buy homes

Alternative credit data is helping millions of South Africans without credit histories qualify for home loans and enter the property market.

Ten things bond originators wished you knew before applying for a home loan
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Ten things bond originators wished you knew before applying for a home loan

Ten things bond originators wish buyers knew before applying for a home loan – from credit scores to better interest rates.

Buying a home using a company or trust
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Buying a home using a company or trust

There are definitely advantages to buying a home with a company or trust, but there are complexities, and each presents potential drawbacks.

Bond origination for first-time homebuyers: what you need to know
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Bond origination for first-time homebuyers: what you need to know

Bond originators compare multiple banks to land you better rates, lower costs and higher approval chances at no cost to you.

Interest rate - February 2026 - remains unchanged
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Interest rate - February 2026 - remains unchanged

Industry commentators provide their take on the MPC’s decision to keep the prime interest lending rate at 10,25%.

Top trends redefining homeownership in 2026
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Top trends redefining homeownership in 2026

Security, sustainability and lifestyle take centre stage as South African property market trends in 2026 reshape how buyers choose homes.

What a first-time homebuyer should know before signing an offer to purchase
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What a first-time homebuyer should know before signing an offer to purchase

A first-time homebuyer’s offer to purchase is legally binding—understand the terms, costs and conditions before signing with confidence.

Sectional Title (ST) scheme owners
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Sectional Title (ST) scheme owners

Suspect there has been financial mismanagement in your Sectional Title scheme? Be alert to red flags and potential mismanagement.

Divorce and property decisions: a guide to selling, buying out, or keeping
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Divorce and property decisions: a guide to selling, buying out, or keeping

Divorcing with shared property? Understand when to sell, buy out, or keep your home to protect your financial future.