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What kind of a buyer does your home appeal to?

When it comes to selling property in today’s highly competitive real estate market sellers will need to have an edge to stand out from the crowd.
Property Advice
Adrian Goslett
18 Dec 2012

Getting it Right - The First Time

Experts have been saying for years that the sooner individuals get onto the property ladder the better, and they are absolutely right.
Property Advice
Lea Jacobs
18 Dec 2012

Voetstoots Still Applies… in Most Cases

Many people are under the impression that the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) has replaced the voetstoots clause when a property has been sold.
Property Advice
Lea Jacobs
13 Dec 2012

Taste of Christmas Sets the Tone

The inaugural Pick ‘n Pay ‘Taste of Christmas’ which took place over the weekend at the Coca Cola Dome set the tone for the festive season and bodes well for the future prospects of this event. The Taste of Christmas follows hot ...
Property Advice
Jacqueline Gray
12 Dec 2012

Upping Your Investment Game

Financial institutions have marginally relaxed their lending criteria, showing a greater appetite for risk than a year ago as reflected in the high percentage of bond approvals. One of the country's leading banks is now regularly ...
Property Advice
John Roberts
12 Dec 2012

Restriction on nominee clauses in VAT transactions

Is the restriction on nomination clauses caused by S16 of the Transfer Duty Act applicable to VAT transactions? Section 16 of the Transfer Duty Act, 1949 was amended to read as follows: "16. Persons who acquire property on ...
Property Advice
STBB
12 Dec 2012

Building a credit history

In today’s real estate market it is imperative for consumers to establish an excellent credit record and maintain it. 
Property Advice
Adrian Goslett
12 Dec 2012

The fine print of moving house

While packing and unpacking boxes may be a large part of moving homes, it is not the only aspect that new homeowners need to consider when changing their address. He ...
Property Advice
Adrian Goslett
12 Dec 2012

Hone those Negotiating Skills

There are definitely secrets to negotiating well. However, when it comes to property, those skills are going to be affected by the state of the property market at the time of the negotiation, the seller’s requirements and the ...
Property Advice
Lea Jacobs
11 Dec 2012

Hell Hath no Fury Like a Black South Easter

However, there is an upside to dodging gale force winds during summer. After all, the notorious Cape Doctor provides clear blue skies supposedly free of pollution. And, since it seldom blows uninterruptedly for longer than a ...
Property Advice
Anna-Marie Smith
11 Dec 2012