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Hermanus no longer just a holiday town
News

Hermanus no longer just a holiday town

The Overberg coast has shaken off its sleepy holiday-by-the-sea reputation and is increasingly attracting younger buyers and upcountry semigrants as permanent residents.

How to choose the best offer on your house
Property Advice

How to choose the best offer on your house

Price isn’t the only thing to consider when evaluating offers on your property. Here’s what else you need to look out for before signing that offer to purchase.

Strategies for a bumper summer sales season
Agent Advice

Strategies for a bumper summer sales season

Summer is the season when the interest of property buyers is usually at its highest, but that interest doesn’t necessarily translate into sales.

How much property prices have increased in the last 10 years
News

How much property prices have increased in the last 10 years

Those who choose to take a 'time out' from buying property may well regret the decision down the line.

Here’s how to find a great city centre apartment
Property Advice

Here’s how to find a great city centre apartment

Thousands of people are moving from the country to the city. If you’re making the move to a big city, make sure you choose the right apartment.

Engel & Völkers extends their reach in the Winelands
Agent Advice

Engel & Völkers extends their reach in the Winelands

Engel & Völkers welcomes new Lipa, Kobus Taljaard, as the new licence partner for the Franschhoek & Paarl areas.

Holiday rentals in False Bay & Southern Surburbs
Lifestyle and Decor

Holiday rentals in False Bay & Southern Surburbs

The Southern Suburbs and False Bay are fast becoming holiday favourites and the holiday home market is growing.

Save energy and boost your deposit savings
Property Advice

Save energy and boost your deposit savings

Don't let higher energy bills spike your budget this summer. Give your home buying deposit a boost by implementing these energy saving measures.

Are you living in the right home?
Lifestyle and Decor

Are you living in the right home?

Your house number determines whether your home is suited you, according to numerology principles. Here’s how to find out whether your home is a good fit for you.