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Invest in student accommodation for solid returns
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Invest in student accommodation for solid returns

The ongoing student-housing shortage throughout South Africa provides rewarding opportunities for buy-to-let investors.

Tourism boosts property market in Durban North
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Tourism boosts property market in Durban North

Durban North is a highly sought-after residential choice for families, but now there is another trend taking hold to change the suburb once again.

Country lifestyle close to the city
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Country lifestyle close to the city

Country lifestyle estates, such as the Blair Atholl Golf & Equestrian Estate and Monaghan Farm, appeal to buyers who are willing to pay premium prices for a country lifestyle or farm experience.

Forgive us our debt
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Forgive us our debt

Undetermined regulations around the so-called Debt Relief Bill, Land Expropriation, and National Health Insurance are keeping frustrated and cash-strapped home-owners in a holding cycle.

SA’s biggest property expo is coming to Johannesburg
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SA’s biggest property expo is coming to Johannesburg

The Property Show will be held at the Sandton Convention Centre in October.

Repo rate remains unchanged
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Repo rate remains unchanged

Disappointing decision from the MPC for South Africans.

How to sell in a buyer's market
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How to sell in a buyer's market

The property market has been a challenging one for sellers, here's how to navigate a buyer's market, as a seller.

Eco estates offer more than just security
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Eco estates offer more than just security

While the security factor plays a very important part, there are various other benefits that the lifestyle in eco-estates affords residents.

Pretoria’s new upmarket student apartments
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Pretoria’s new upmarket student apartments

Buy-to-let investors looking for good returns should look no further than iQ Brooklyn.