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Self Employed? Here's how you Buy
If you run your own business, you may find it trickier, rather than easier, to buy a new home. Although your business savvy shows that you’re self-reliant and responsible, the lack of a guaranteed income from a single source can ...
Timeous Transfers
When it comes to selling a property, choosing the right attorney for the job can make all the difference to how long the transfer process will take, says Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa. He explains that in the ...
Short courses for sectional title members
Sectional title is a complex subject that many people don’t quite understand; it has become evident that there is a need for additional training in the sectional title arena. Paddocks is proud to ...
Beware the dodgy agent
A couple of years ago there was a damning documentary that aired on British television, highlighting criminality within the real estate sector in that country.
Price, proximity and design
While the key concerns for many first-time buyers entering the property market are affordability and how close the property is to their workplace.
What collateral's could banks find acceptable for bond applicants?
Rawson Finance, is currently involved in a research exercise to establish what collaterals, the South African banks might accept from mortgage bond applicants.
Should you sell your property or lease it out?
When temporarily relocating, selling your home may free up equity.
Buy With Confidence
Buying your first property is a process that can be fraught with confusion. This simple list will set you on the path to home ownership. 1. Save up for a deposit Banks are far more likely to approve your home loan if you ...
Scam Hits Real Estate
Nothing, it seems, is sacred in South Africa these days, particularly when it comes to money. Credit cards are skimmed, bank accounts hacked and in the latest scam doing the rounds, funds are being misappropriated from ...
What to do if your tenants don't pay rent
If a landlord finds himself in a situation where a tenant is not paying his rent, then it is best to initiate legal action as soon as possible to avoid months of lost income in rent, says Michael Bauer, general manager of IHFM, ...