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What happens when you fall out of love with your home
Property Advice

What happens when you fall out of love with your home

So, living in your dream home isn’t exactly what you thought it would be like. Do you cut and run or can the relationship be saved?

Property TV

Episode 16: A recap of the first time home buyer's journey.

In this episode of our home buyer series, we recap of the first time home buying process from start to finish.

Property TV

Episode 17: How to prepare for the stressful task of moving home.

Get expert advice from a moving company on how to be prepared for the stressful task of moving home.

These are the 5 things that estate agents hate most
Property Advice

These are the 5 things that estate agents hate most

Estate agents deal with all kinds of people and often find that some buyers are way more difficult than others. But what exactly gets agents hot under the collar?

Landlords can be held responsible for the actions of their tenants
Property Advice

Landlords can be held responsible for the actions of their tenants

A recent report in the Smith Tabata Buchanan Boyes (STBB) newsletter highlights the importance of keeping tabs on what is happening on your property if a tenant is in place.

Property TV

Episode 14: How to apply for a home loan.

A financial expert from Nedbank goes through the home loan application process in detail.

Property TV

Episode 15: The conveyancing process explained for first time home buyers.

An expert property attorney explains the transfer costs involved and the conveyancing process for those buying a home.

Selling? Here’s why you should always insist on a deposit
Property Advice

Selling? Here’s why you should always insist on a deposit

We asked a couple of property experts why deposits are so important and what the implications could be if a buyer doesn't put his money where his mouth is.

The growing demand for property in the Winelands
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The growing demand for property in the Winelands

While the property market in the Cape Winelands remains strong and in demand, the region’s escalating entry-level prices are making it increasingly difficult for first-time buyers to purchase a home