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How to apply for a home loan when self-employed
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How to apply for a home loan when self-employed

Self-employed bond applicants face a trickier process when applying for a home loan. Here's how to successfully navigate the bond application process when self-employed.

What you need to know about financing investment property
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What you need to know about financing investment property

Getting bond approval on property can be difficult for first-time investors. Here's what you need to know about getting that bond application over the line.

Apartments remain a popular Cape property option
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Apartments remain a popular Cape property option

Whether as buy-to-let investments or as a convenient home to those looking for secure, lock-up-and-go convenience, apartments remain a popular choice for property investment among Cape Town’s buyers.

How to get out of fines in estates and complexes
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How to get out of fines in estates and complexes

Breaking the rules in a complex or estate can lead to a fine, but are you obligated to pay it?

Is VAT or transfer duty payable on a property?
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Is VAT or transfer duty payable on a property?

When buying a property, the usual process is that transfer duty is payable by the buyer on the property, but if the property is registered in the name of a company it will be subject to VAT instead.

How the "right of extension" clause can affect property values
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How the "right of extension" clause can affect property values

Sectional Title home buyers need to look out for a “right of extension” clause in their sale agreement, because it could make a big difference to their property’s value in the future.

5 fabulous Cape Town luxury villas to rent this summer
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5 fabulous Cape Town luxury villas to rent this summer

Check out these luxurious properties on the exclusive Atlantic Seaboard that are available for the discerning holidaymaker.

Could the Japanese art of Kakeibo help you buy a house?
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Could the Japanese art of Kakeibo help you buy a house?

Kakeibo, a Japanese method of saving money, claims to help people save up to a third of their monthly income. If used properly, it could be a great tool for those looking to buy a home.

How to improve your chances of qualifying for a home loan
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How to improve your chances of qualifying for a home loan

First time home buyers can significantly improve their chances of qualifying by familiarising themselves with the common pitfalls that lead to home loan applications being unsuccessful.