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‘Mildly better’ housing market expected in 2018
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‘Mildly better’ housing market expected in 2018

Stronger economic growth and improved sentiment, together with stable interest rates could see mildly stronger house price growth this year.

The non-negotiable list for first time home buyers
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The non-negotiable list for first time home buyers

Before you start your search for a new home, it’s important to put together a list of things that you will not compromise on. This will help you home in on the perfect property.

When your dream home turns into a real-life nightmare
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When your dream home turns into a real-life nightmare

When Angile recently bought her first property, she encountered pitfalls that very few property buyers are prepared for. Here is her story and how you can avoid encountering the same issues.

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4 essential tips for first-time home buyers

Head of Home Loans Digital, Lephoi Mokgatle, provides 4 essential tips for first-time home buyers looking to climb the property ladder.

Lydenburg’s development as a business hub acts as a magnet for home buyers
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Lydenburg’s development as a business hub acts as a magnet for home buyers

Lydenburg, is rapidly becoming a business hub servicing the surrounding communities and mining interests as far afield as Pilgrim’s Rest, Ohrigstad and Rietfontein.

Huge demand for student accommodation in Braamfontein
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Huge demand for student accommodation in Braamfontein

A shortage of student accommodation offered by WITS, UJ and other tertiary institutions close to the Johannesburg city centre have resulted in a demand for student rentals in Braamfontein.

Strong demand for sectional title units in the Southern Suburbs
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Strong demand for sectional title units in the Southern Suburbs

The Southern Suburbs sectional title sector has continued to perform well despite the subdued economy but, at times like these correct pricing is the key factor in achieving a quick sale.

Invest in property before April and save on VAT
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Invest in property before April and save on VAT

Property buyers who invest before the revised tax figures kick in on 1 April 2018, will pay 14% VAT.

Trendy Salt River apartments from just R1.295m
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Trendy Salt River apartments from just R1.295m

Salt River is experiencing huge amounts of interest due to the lifestyle, location and relative affordability it offers homebuyers.