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Winelands and West Coast rental markets pay off for investors
Property Advice

Winelands and West Coast rental markets pay off for investors

Rising rental demand in the Winelands and West Coast is creating strong long-term opportunities for property investors now.

The home loan guide for the self-employed
Property Advice

The home loan guide for the self-employed

A practical guide to securing a home loan as a self-employed South African, from preparation to approval.

Knowing the difference between a sectional title unit and a cluster
Property Advice

Knowing the difference between a sectional title unit and a cluster

Sectional title and cluster developments may look similar but they are very different in terms of ownership. Here’s what you need to know.

How to turn your declined bond into a detour, not a dead end
Property Advice

How to turn your declined bond into a detour, not a dead end

A declined bond isn’t the end. Here’s how to improve your profile and boost approval chances.

Property industry reacts to latest interest rate hike
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Property industry reacts to latest interest rate hike

South Africa’s latest rate hike raises affordability concerns, but property leaders still see resilience in the housing market.

Common building loan mistakes to avoid in South Africa
Property Advice

Common building loan mistakes to avoid in South Africa

Avoid costly building loan mistakes and keep your home-building project on track from the start.

Make a smart property investment with these five tips
Property Advice

Make a smart property investment with these five tips

Five practical property investment tips to help South Africans maximise returns and reduce financial risk.

Interest rates likely to remain on hold amid global uncertainty
Property Advice

Interest rates likely to remain on hold amid global uncertainty

SARB is expected to keep rates unchanged amid inflation and global uncertainty.

Gauteng property and prices moving again
Property Advice

Gauteng property and prices moving again

Gauteng property prices are moving again as buyers seek value, affordability and stronger investment opportunities.