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Find your first home in Johannesburg for under R900 000
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Find your first home in Johannesburg for under R900 000

A home for under R900 000? It’s possible! And here are 10 suburbs in Johannesburg where your first home could be situated.

Ask these questions before buying into a development
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Ask these questions before buying into a development

Many first time buyers will be considering homes in developments and they need to ask the developers some probing questions before making a commitment.

3 ways to spot and up and coming suburb
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3 ways to spot and up and coming suburb

Knowing where (and when) to purchase can make a significant difference in the kinds of returns one can expect to generate.

Changing the rules in a Sectional Title Scheme
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Changing the rules in a Sectional Title Scheme

If the owners in a specific Sectional Title scheme want to make new “house rules” for their scheme, it’s very important that they follow the proper procedure.

How to tell if your future rental is well maintained
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How to tell if your future rental is well maintained

Warning signs to pay attention to, when you first set foot through the door of a potential rental.

How long will your home take to sell?
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How long will your home take to sell?

Given the current economic climate, here's how long it could take to sell your home.

What is the voetstoots clause?
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What is the voetstoots clause?

Disputes can arise if buyers and sellers don’t understand the voetstoots clause in the sale agreement documents.

The cost of selling a home
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The cost of selling a home

Understand what the costs and agent commission will be, before putting your home on the market.

The power of a home auction
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The power of a home auction

Auctions are one of the most efficient ways of selling a home regardless of the status of the market or economy.