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How long does a home loan approval process take?
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How long does a home loan approval process take?

Property buyers often feel anxious when awaiting the outcome of their home loan application. These are the factors that influence how long the application process will take place.

Is now a good time to buy investment property?
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Is now a good time to buy investment property?

Buy now', is a popular refrain that investors hear but there is no right or wrong time to buy property, Buying property can be a good investment at any time, if you follow sound investment principles.

Private Property and partners get behind land reform project
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Private Property and partners get behind land reform project

Millions of South Africans were never given the opportunity to own the land that they live on. Private Property, together with the real estate industry, wants to help change this.

Is higher density in residential areas a good thing?
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Is higher density in residential areas a good thing?

As more people flock to urban areas, densification becomes a natural and unavoidable occurrence. Is it a good thing for property, or bad?

What your estate agent should – and shouldn’t do
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What your estate agent should – and shouldn’t do

It’s vital to choose the right estate agent to sell your home. Here are some of the things to keep in mind when engaging an agent.

What happens to a property sale agreement if someone dies?
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What happens to a property sale agreement if someone dies?

Buying or selling property can become complicated if the buyer or seller dies during the transaction. Here's what happens when that occurs.

How do you correctly price your home for sale?
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How do you correctly price your home for sale?

In order to achieve a quick sale at the best price, it’s important to have the right home pricing strategy in place. Here’s how to determine the right asking price for your home.

German investors maintain strong interest in South African property
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German investors maintain strong interest in South African property

Keen interest shown at an international event in Hamburg has revealed that German investors have a healthy appetite for South African real estate, especially for retirement properties.

How to spot a bargain property
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How to spot a bargain property

How do you know if a property is a bargain? These are some of the criteria that buyers can use to find a cheap property.