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Is buying repossessed property worth it?
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Is buying repossessed property worth it?

Buyers can get themselves a good deal by buying property from a bank. Before jumping in, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of buying a bank repo.

Catch Private Property at the Property Buyer Show
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Catch Private Property at the Property Buyer Show

First time home buyers and property investors can get a comprehensive understanding of the property buying process at The Property Buyer Show.

How to beat rental crooks
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How to beat rental crooks

Bogus agents and landlords are using the increasing demand for rental property to scam potential tenants. Here’s how you can avoid being defrauded.

New technology makes affordable property investment a reality
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New technology makes affordable property investment a reality

Wealth Migrate, a global online real estate investment marketplace, has announced their entry into the South African property market through their online investment platform.

Don’t let the mortgage clause in your OTP trip you up
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Don’t let the mortgage clause in your OTP trip you up

Buyers should be wary of how the bond clause in an offer to purchase is worded or they could end up in hot water.

Property transactions: when does the ‘Cooling off’ period apply
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Property transactions: when does the ‘Cooling off’ period apply

Contrary to popular belief, the cooling-off period does not apply to all property transactions. A signed offer to purchase remains valid, except for in these circumstances.

The best kept secrets for buying a home
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The best kept secrets for buying a home

If you’re serious about buying a house, you need to know the lay of the land. These are our top tips for home buyers.

The House of Horrors – not just the stuff of movies, lore and legend
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The House of Horrors – not just the stuff of movies, lore and legend

Buying a home with a host of undisclosed defects can turn your dream move into a horror movie, starring you. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself.

Why you should install separate meters in sectional title schemes
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Why you should install separate meters in sectional title schemes

Installing separate meters for water and electricity will help the financial management of sectional title schemes. This is how the project needs to be tackled.