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Why should you sign a sole mandate?
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Why should you sign a sole mandate?

It is often far more effective to sign a sole mandate and allow one agent the space to secure the best sale.

New transfer duty threshold a welcome move
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New transfer duty threshold a welcome move

Hear from the property experts about why the new transfer duty threshold is great for real estate.

Registration and Transfer Costs - Explained
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Registration and Transfer Costs - Explained

Find out the estimated costs of buying a property, when to pay, who to pay, and what the money is used for.

What is the best approach to home-loan applications?
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What is the best approach to home-loan applications?

Finding your dream home is the fun part, getting property finance is an entirely different story.

Sandton suburbs where you can buy under R1 million
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Sandton suburbs where you can buy under R1 million

Believe it or not, Sandton does have properties available for under R1million, and here's where you can find them.

SA youth encouraged to enter the property market
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SA youth encouraged to enter the property market

Major property agents respond to President Ramaphosa’s call to support the youth and provide an enabling career environment.

Get your credit rating ready
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Get your credit rating ready

How to get your credit rating on track, to be able to buy a home.

10 steps to capitalise on the property buyers' market
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10 steps to capitalise on the property buyers' market

It is an excellent time to buy property right now, with plenty of stock, a reduced interest rate and record-high home loan approvals.

An overview of the rental market in KZN
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An overview of the rental market in KZN

Despite some challenges, the rental demand in many areas of KZN is robust.