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

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
Property Advice

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.

KZN property market: 2017 recap and 2018 outlook
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KZN property market: 2017 recap and 2018 outlook

Terry Swart, General Manager of Seeff, takes a look back over the property market in KZN in 2017, and gives an outlook on prospects for 2018.

Work begins on Africa’s tallest skyscraper
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Work begins on Africa’s tallest skyscraper

‘The Pinnacle’ in Kenya will usurp Johannesburg’s 223m Carlton Centre as Africa’s tallest building.

Are show days still relevant in the digital age?
Property Advice

Are show days still relevant in the digital age?

Wondering whether show days are still an important part of a property marketing strategy? We give you the pros and cons.

New Year’s resolutions for home buyers
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New Year’s resolutions for home buyers

A New Year’s resolution to purchase property will improve your life but will require financial commitment and discipline.

5 holiday homes to die for
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5 holiday homes to die for

We’ve searched our site and found some of the most exclusive holiday rentals out there. Don’t read any further if you don’t earn at least seven figures.

Huge demand in Mount Edgecombe Retirement Village
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Huge demand in Mount Edgecombe Retirement Village

Over 60% of units in phase one have already been sold in this exclusive retirement estate.