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10 Steps to increase savings for owners, landlords and tenants
Motivation for a greater savings culture in SA by Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan was heard at the 10th anniversary celebrations of the SA Savings Institute. Emphasis fell on the need for a changed mindset toward increased ...
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Anna-Marie Smith
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22 Jul 2013
Three good reasons to get a home inspection
Here are three good reasons for home buyers to insist on a professional home inspection before finalizing the deal:
First, a house inspection is the smartest way to ensure that the house doesn’t have any major flaws that may cost ...
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John Graham
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22 Jul 2013
Property investing for income and growth
At Marriott Asset Management, our whole focus of investing is to generate an income. Based on our extensive research into optimising an income stream, we have established that the best way for an investor to achieve an adequate ...
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Marriott Asset Management
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18 Jul 2013
Think Before You Ink
The correct choice of stand plays a vital role in the success of any building operation. There are various factors that should be taken into consideration when looking for suitable land upon which to build. These factors could ...
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Lea Jacobs
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17 Jul 2013
Antiques - The Way to Go
It’s no secret that we live in a throwaway society. This culture of wastefulness and obsession with the latest and greatest was brought home to me when I went into an Apple store to enquire about repairing an “old” (circa 2005) ...
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Jacqueline Gray
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17 Jul 2013
Buyers Beware - Dont Skip Home Inspection
Buying a house, especially if you are a first-time buyer, is both nerve-wracking and extremely expensive. Once you’ve added to the purchase price, transfer duty, legal fees and the cost of ...
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John Graham
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17 Jul 2013
Rethink selling strategy and create buyer interest
“If your property is spending months and months, or worse, years on the market, it’s time to rethink your strategy,” says Mike Greeff, CEO of Greeff Properties, an exclusive Affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate. “ ...
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Greeff
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17 Jul 2013
The Do's and Dont's Of Buying a Renovators Dream
Purchasing a fixer-upper can be a highly profitable endeavour, providing that a few golden rules are adhered to, says Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa.
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RE/MAX
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17 Jul 2013
Hot Under The Collar
One would assume that the fact the seller of a home is in possession of a Rates Clearance Certificate would guarantee that all the outstanding rates and taxes on the property had been paid in full. Unfortunately, this doesn't ...
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Lea Jacobs
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16 Jul 2013
Buyers Beware - Dont Skip Home Inspection
Buying a house, especially if you are a first-time buyer, is both nerve-wracking and extremely expensive. Once you’ve added to the purchase price, transfer duty, legal fees and the cost of relocating (moving, curtains, schooling ...
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John Graham
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16 Jul 2013