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Three new retirement projects being developed in Nelspruit
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Three new retirement projects being developed in Nelspruit

To help meet the increasing demand for senior citizen accommodation in Nelspruit, three retirement projects are currently under way for retirees in search of secure and affordable accommodation.

Interest rate decision a welcome reprieve for economy and housing market
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Interest rate decision a welcome reprieve for economy and housing market

The decision by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee to retain the repo rate at 7% (home loan base rate of 10.5%) is a welcome reprieve for the economy and housing market.

Digital dominates property search
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Digital dominates property search

Property portals are now the ‘go-to’ hunting grounds for selling properties, to maximise exposure and reach.

Rule changes expected to benefit sectional title schemes
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Rule changes expected to benefit sectional title schemes

The new legislation in place for sectional titles schemes is expected to increase the demand and marketability for this growing property sector. property sector.

Hermanus no longer just a holiday town
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Hermanus no longer just a holiday town

The Overberg coast has shaken off its sleepy holiday-by-the-sea reputation and is increasingly attracting younger buyers and upcountry semigrants as permanent residents.

How much property prices have increased in the last 10 years
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How much property prices have increased in the last 10 years

Those who choose to take a 'time out' from buying property may well regret the decision down the line.

The best areas to invest in property in Gauteng
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The best areas to invest in property in Gauteng

Whether you are looking to buy a home before the end of 2016 or property hunting for the New Year, there are some significant areas in Gauteng that you should consider before deciding where to invest.

Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl hotting up for summer
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Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl hotting up for summer

With sales topping R6.28bn, the property market in the Atlantic Seaboard and Cape Town City Bowl is on fire as we head into summer.

Excessive water usage will cost you
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Excessive water usage will cost you

With new tariffs in place that penalise excessive water usage, Western Cape households are urged to use less water in order to avoid racking up a huge bill.