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A bank-funded grant may help qualifying first-time buyers bridge the affordability gap
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A bank-funded grant may help qualifying first-time buyers bridge the affordability gap

FNB's HomeFirst Grant could reduce qualifying buyers' home loans by up to R67,706. Check eligibility and subsidy options.

How the First Home Finance subsidy amount is calculated
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How the First Home Finance subsidy amount is calculated

Learn how the First Home Finance subsidy is calculated and how it could make your home more affordable.

Meet the new South African homebuyers
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Meet the new South African homebuyers

South African homebuyers are changing, with younger buyers and women embracing flexible property strategies to build long-term wealth.

How E-DEED aims to support the informal housing sector
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How E-DEED aims to support the informal housing sector

E-DEED aims to unlock property value for township and rural homeowners, improving access to finance and home insurance.

Become a property detective and reveal your property’s heritage
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Become a property detective and reveal your property’s heritage

Heritage Day offers an opportunity to look beyond the bricks and mortar of your home and uncover the history of the property on which it stands.

What salary do you need to buy a home?
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What salary do you need to buy a home?

For many aspiring homeowners, the question isn't ‘where’ to buy, but whether they earn enough to qualify for a home loan.

Take the quiz: Are you financially ready for homeownership?
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Take the quiz: Are you financially ready for homeownership?

Discover whether you really are financially prepared for the costs that come with owning a property.

Rent or buy: which makes sense for you right now?
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Rent or buy: which makes sense for you right now?

Renting offers flexibility and lower upfront costs, while buying builds equity and stability. The right choice depends on your finances and lifestyle.

Where to invest R1 million in 2026’s property market
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Where to invest R1 million in 2026’s property market

Discover where R1 million could go furthest in South Africa’s 2026 property market, from Gauteng to coastal opportunities.