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Life's a beach

The December holidays are upon us and while many will be heading off for a welcome break, others will have a more serious agenda in mind and will be looking to invest in a holiday home. 
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Lea Jacobs
05 Dec 2012

Home Buyers don't take Holidays

Don't assume that just because you are taking a break over the festive season, buyers are doing the same. Many sellers believe that the property market virtually grinds to a halt over the holidays, but in actual fact, the demand ...
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Lea Jacobs
04 Dec 2012

But We’re Family

Your son or daughter may be finished studying and is finally able to face the harsh realities of the working world. As a parent you are possibly proud of their achievements but even a little relieved to have some of the ...
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Shaun Wewege
04 Dec 2012

Affordability Slipping Away as Home Prices Rise

The average home price being paid by first-time buyers has risen R145 000 in the past 12 months, and the average home loan repayment by almost R1000 a month, despite the interest rate cut in July. “This represents a ...
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Press
04 Dec 2012

Fixtures and fittings

It is not uncommon for disputes to arise between a buyer and a seller regarding what is classified as a fixture and fitting and what isn’t.
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RE/MAX
04 Dec 2012

The Plot Thickens at Nkandla

If we didn't know better we may be forgiven for thinking that the Nkandla story is the script straight out of a bad soap opera. First of all, the Minister of Public Works, Thulas Nxesi tells us that government is funding the ...
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Lea Jacobs
03 Dec 2012

Start 2013 on a Sound Financial Note

2012 has been an extremely challenging year for many and as the festive season draws near, the temptation to splurge on associated expenses, expensive holidays, big restaurant dinners and life’s little luxuries is hard to ...
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Jacqueline Gray
28 Nov 2012

How To Survive A Housewarming

The housewarming is a potential minefield for the unprepared guest. You need to feign interest in the garden, make obsequious comments about the décor and give the general impression that it is the nicest home you have ever set ...
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Shaun Wewege
28 Nov 2012

All Things Bright and Beautiful

Having a garden to be proud of isn't a part-time job and those who wish to have a blooming masterpiece by the time summer comes calling, need to start planning during the winter months. However, it is not only the colder months ...
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Lea Jacobs
28 Nov 2012

What Home Sellers Need to Know at This Time of Year

Most estate agents are starting to worry now about making the festive season more productive in terms of home sales, because listings tend to dry up between the end of November and the middle of January, mainly due to the belief ...
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Press
27 Nov 2012