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10 things to do before you sign a lease
Property Advice

10 things to do before you sign a lease

Important points to consider and pertinent questions to ask, before you sign a lease agreement.

A taste of Tuscany in South Africa
Lifestyle and Decor

A taste of Tuscany in South Africa

Let your eyes wander through 10 of the most beautiful Tuscan style homes around South Africa.

Airbnb is affecting rental prices in South Africa
News

Airbnb is affecting rental prices in South Africa

As more landlords choose to go the Airbnb route, the pool of properties available for long term rentals is shrinking. This has an effect on demand and rental charges.

Buying? Don’t alter the property until the transfer goes through
Property Advice

Buying? Don’t alter the property until the transfer goes through

You’ll lose out financially if the deal falls through. You should however spend the time before the transfer takes place to plan ahead.

How to buy property off-plan
Property Advice

How to buy property off-plan

When you buy property off-plan, you buy a home that hasn’t been built yet. It’s important to do your research beforehand so that you avoid any pitfalls and make a good investment.

First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out
News

First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out

Rapidly rising prices in the Western Cape is making home ownership for first time buyers increasingly difficult.

Solving parking issues in sectional title schemes
Property Advice

Solving parking issues in sectional title schemes

The allocation, use and maintenance of parking bays in sectional title schemes can be a constant source of conflict. Understanding the law governing their use could resolve a lot of this conflict.

Dealing with blacklisting
Property Advice

Dealing with blacklisting

If a prospective homeowner has not kept up to date with their credit bureau reports, they may be in for a surprise when they apply for finance.

Sectional title owner? This is how the new regulations affect you.
Property Advice

Sectional title owner? This is how the new regulations affect you.

New legislation came into effect late last year with regards to sectional title schemes, CSOS and the new Sectional Title Regulations. This is what these mean to you as a Sectional Title owner.