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10 Joburg suburbs where the average home costs under R1m
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10 Joburg suburbs where the average home costs under R1m

Affordability is a major concern for home buyers and most are looking for great value when they buy property. We've compiled a list of middle class suburbs where the average home costs less than R1m.

How the tough economy could change home buying patterns
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How the tough economy could change home buying patterns

A struggling economy will increase urbanisation and intensify the demand for homes close to work, shops and schools.

5 tips for buying property at an auction
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5 tips for buying property at an auction

There are great opportunities for buyers at property auctions, but you need to understand the rules of the game.

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Property Buyer Show 2018 Cape Town | How to successfully invest in property

Private Property chats to Neale Petersen, Founder and Publisher of Real Estate Investor Magazine, who shares his top tips on how to successfully invest in real estate.

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Property Buyer Show 2018 Cape Town | The Rent2Buy concept

Private Property chats to Meyer de Waal, the founder of Rent2Buy, a new home ownership concept that seeks to provide ordinary South Africans with the opportunity of owning their own home.

What you need to know about co-ownership of property
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What you need to know about co-ownership of property

Co-owning a home is a good way of getting onto the property ladder, but the terms of the arrangement need to be property set out and documented beforehand.

First residents ready to move in at Acorn Creek Lifestyle Estate
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First residents ready to move in at Acorn Creek Lifestyle Estate

Construction is continuing apace at this brand-new estate in Somerset West, with the first batch of houses expected to be completed this month.

Koro Creek Golf Estate proving to be an excellent investment
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Koro Creek Golf Estate proving to be an excellent investment

This new estate being developed near Modimolle is the only one in the area, and investors who buy early could get a great return on their investment.

Young professionals drawn to Paulshof and Sunninghill
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Young professionals drawn to Paulshof and Sunninghill

With such a variety of so many homes to choose from, many young professionals in Johannesburg north prefer to buy in the suburbs of Paulshof and Sunninghill.