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Welkom - a wonderful option for retirees

Welkom is the Free State’s second biggest city with a well-developed infrastructure – but it is also an ideal location for retirees looking for affordable homes and a peaceful lifestyle.

What’s happening in your neighbourhood this January?
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What’s happening in your neighbourhood this January?

It's a new year and a new start, here's how to make the most of it.

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Sunshine Coast enjoying a great property ‘season’

The Eastern Cape’s Sunshine Coast has had a major influx of tourists and holidaymakers since the start of the festive season, and local agents expect a significant number of property sales to follow.

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Garden Route market gets its bloom back

The property market in Knysna has now finally turned the corner after several slow years, and is once again enjoying popularity as one of SA’s top choices.

First-time home buyers drive sectional title market
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First-time home buyers drive sectional title market

The latest stats released by ooba, show that the overall demand for sectional title property has risen.

Hotel property rise
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Hotel property rise

Hotels are big business – and they come with expenses. But if we said you could earn a net rental yield of R900,000 next year, wouldn’t you read on?

Jozi: a world megacity
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Jozi: a world megacity

A report has looked at the phenomenon of cities around the world with populations of more than 10 million – and Johannesburg is set to become one of them.

Umhlanga’s last land
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Umhlanga’s last land

The first residential property development at Umhlanga’s prestigious Ridgeside precinct has been unveiled.

End-of-year property sales
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End-of-year property sales

With most people heading off on holiday, property professionals estimate fewer sales this time of year.