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Why sell or buy a home with a warranty?
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Why sell or buy a home with a warranty?

The advantages to having a warranty on one of the largest purchases you will ever make.

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What is occupational rent?

Regardless of whether someone is on the selling or buying end of a property transaction, it is imperative that they are familiar with all the conditions that the offer to purchase stipulates.

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The benefits of purchasing a sectional title unit

Why sectional titles units have become so popular in South Africa.

2016 auction property market outlook
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2016 auction property market outlook

Market indicators point to a challenging year ahead for the auction property market.

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Don't be deterred by interest rate increases

Two home loan interest rate increases in the past six months have caused many consumers to pause for thought, but prospective homebuyers should go ahead with their plans.

Bridge City takes shape
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Bridge City takes shape

Development at Bridge City, north of Durban, is gathering momentum with the precinct emerging as a key investment location and a strategic regional precinct and transport hub.

Pretoria Property: what to expect in 2016
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Pretoria Property: what to expect in 2016

Pretoria properties in suburbs neighbouring commercial developments and older houses on large properties are set to be in demand.

Life's a beach in KZN's coastal markets
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Life's a beach in KZN's coastal markets

Both the North and South Coasts of KwaZulu-Natal enjoyed a busy holiday season. But did the influx of visitors have an impact on the local property market?

First-time home buyers drive sectional title market
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First-time home buyers drive sectional title market

The latest stats released by ooba, show that the overall demand for sectional title property has risen.