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Selling? This is why it’s important to price your home correctly
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Selling? This is why it’s important to price your home correctly

Overpricing your home in order to leave room for negotiation could backfire and leave you with a house that sits on the market.

The 4 different types of property ownership in South Africa
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The 4 different types of property ownership in South Africa

You can buy property as a natural person, a company, a corporation or as a trust. Find out the pros and cons of each.

8 expert tips for first time property investors
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8 expert tips for first time property investors

Buy-to-let may not be quite the hot property of the boom years, but it has seen a resurgence in recent times. Here are our top tips and tricks for investing in mortar and bricks.

Sectional title schemes need to budget for additional water charges
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Sectional title schemes need to budget for additional water charges

With a sliding scale for water consumption, and penalties for high usage, Western Cape body corporates should ensure that each unit in a development is billed fairly and correctly.

Does social media influence the property market?
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Does social media influence the property market?

Social media has become an integral part of our lives. Find out how social media impacts the buying and selling of property.

Points to ponder before investing in a buy-to-let property
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Points to ponder before investing in a buy-to-let property

Buy to let advice from Private Property provides insights into the buy to let market to help you choose the best investment.

Do your homework before you let your property to students
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Do your homework before you let your property to students

With the ongoing student housing shortage, becoming a student landlord can appear to be an attractive proposition. But, before you take the plunge, here’s what you need to know.

Tips for buying and selling at property auctions
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Tips for buying and selling at property auctions

Properties sold on auction are not always forced sales. It is therefore important that you do your homework before purchasing.

Should you trust your gut when buying a house?
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Should you trust your gut when buying a house?

Many of us become emotionally invested when buying a home but it’s important to consider the practicalities too.