South Africa

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Property valuations shock: What homeowners can do
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Property valuations shock: What homeowners can do

Joburg property owners are up in arms over the new municipal valuations of their properties, which have increased by more than 100% in some instances.

Call for clarity on land reform
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Call for clarity on land reform

The real problem with the land expropriation motion just passed in Parliament is that it does not actually seek to speed up the transfer of land to any individual or group of owners.

‘Mildly better’ housing market expected in 2018
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‘Mildly better’ housing market expected in 2018

Stronger economic growth and improved sentiment, together with stable interest rates could see mildly stronger house price growth this year.

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4 essential tips for first-time home buyers

Head of Home Loans Digital, Lephoi Mokgatle, provides 4 essential tips for first-time home buyers looking to climb the property ladder.

Invest in property before April and save on VAT
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Invest in property before April and save on VAT

Property buyers who invest before the revised tax figures kick in on 1 April 2018, will pay 14% VAT.

Budget 2018: Here's the property industry's reaction
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Budget 2018: Here's the property industry's reaction

The finance minister delivered a “tough but hopeful” budget yesterday. Some of SA’s top property experts weigh in with their opinions on how it will affect the economy and market.

How to keep your property resolutions for 2018
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How to keep your property resolutions for 2018

92% of people don’t keep their New Year’s resolutions. Avoid becoming one of them by sticking to your plan to make homeownership in 2018 a reality.

Is an interest rate cut likely in 2018?
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Is an interest rate cut likely in 2018?

With changes on the political front, a strengthening rand and lower inflation, we could see a welcome cut in interest rates this year.

New president puts shine on real estate
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New president puts shine on real estate

The swearing in of a new president has given South Africans hope that the economic situation will improve.