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New sectional title legislation: What property owners and investors must know
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New sectional title legislation: What property owners and investors must know

New legislation that was gazetted last month has major implications for the budgets and administration of sectional title schemes. Find out how they will affect you.

Not so (pet) friendly South Africa
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Not so (pet) friendly South Africa

Finding a pet-friendly rental home is becoming increasingly tough as a “no pet” policy spreads across major metros in South Africa.

Selling your home: Sole Mandate or Multi-listing?
Property Advice

Selling your home: Sole Mandate or Multi-listing?

Should you go with a single agency or a number of different agencies when selling your home? Here's why you should consider a sole mandate.

Find the right agent for you
Property Advice

Find the right agent for you

Buying a home can be nerve wrecking, particularly for first timers. The trick to feeling comfortable is to find an agent with a personality that is the right fit for you

Over-supply slows down Sandton’s sectional title market
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Over-supply slows down Sandton’s sectional title market

Sandton’s once-buoyant sectional title market is being subdued by over-supply as ongoing development outpaces demand.

What would you give up to afford a home?
Property Advice

What would you give up to afford a home?

For the older generation, saving for a home meant cutting out expensive luxuries. Millennials on the other hand are not prepared to give up the finer things in pursuit of the home ownership dream.

The real world of commercial property
Property Advice

The real world of commercial property

Commercial property 101 - a guide for those looking to expand their property investment portfolio.

Best way to buy a house |Tips for first time home buyers
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Best way to buy a house |Tips for first time home buyers

Buying your first home? Consider this helpful guide of the best way to buy a house before you take the plunge

What you need to know about registering a property
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What you need to know about registering a property

Your crash course on what the Deeds Office does, and the process of registering a property.