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Conducting property transactions with non-residents
Property Advice

Conducting property transactions with non-residents

Useful tips for South African citizens to consider when entering into a property transaction with foreign nationals.

Property Advice

Costly mistakes young home buyers can avoid

The life choices you make in your twenties can influence your chance of conquering the real estate world. Consider these tips to on how to successfully become a home owner.

Estates where you can retire in style
Property Advice

Estates where you can retire in style

Retirement estates today offer a desirable lifestyle, amenities and safety features.

SA's property market is going green
News

SA's property market is going green

South Africa is fast becoming more eco-conscious, with an increasing number of residential and commercial buildings being developed with green principles in mind.

Tips for buying a home if you’re single
Property Advice

Tips for buying a home if you’re single

Planning, saving and research are key factors to successfully purchase a home. For single home buyers it is especially important to take the correct steps to ensure that you house hunt with success.

Who pays the special levy when a property is being sold?
Property Advice

Who pays the special levy when a property is being sold?

The payment of a special levy does not pass on to a buyer if the seller was still the registered owner of the property when the levy was raised.

How to save for a home and a wedding
Property Advice

How to save for a home and a wedding

Saving for your first home and your wedding at the same time can be daunting. Consider these tips to help you start your life as a married couple, with your dream home.

Can you make changes to an offer to purchase?
Property Advice

Can you make changes to an offer to purchase?

Amendments to an offer to purchase agreement have to be accepted by both parties in order for it to be binding.

Agent Advice

New accreditation will eliminate illegal estate agents

PrivySeal and EAAB digital accreditation will help eliminate non-legal real estate operators.