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Just what are the duties of managing agents?

Like so many other South Africans, I live in a complex. While there are benefits to living in such developments, there are also negatives.

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Sellers should have a backup plan

When selling a property, it’s useful to have a backup offer on the table in case the original offer falls through. 

Home buying rules for first time couples
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Home buying rules for first time couples

Follow our useful guide for purchasing your first home as a couple. These tips will help make the home buying process go as smooth as possible.

HOAs can block property transfers
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HOAs can block property transfers

Home owners associations can block the transfer of a property if the owner has not paid outstanding levies. A recent case has shed light on a matter which has seemingly been a source of conflict and confusion within property ...

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How to get your home ready for a show day

Agents have been putting houses on show for years, because they know it's an effective way to expose the home to a large number of buyers in a short period of time.

How to choose the right conveyancer
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How to choose the right conveyancer

Ensure you deal with the right legal property specialist. It is the prerogative of the seller to choose the appointed conveyancer for a property transaction. When you sell a property you must consider carefully if you want to ...

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Telltale signs you're ready to sell your home

We all outgrow things and there are usually several signs that it's time to start packing those boxes and looking for a more suitable property.  And while we know this is not the time to become emotional, we are all human and ...

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Joining the Madding Crowd

Crowdfunding is a new way for ordinary people to invest in commercial property. So what are the pros and cons? Once he has a bee in is bonnet, it’s very hard to get him to concentrate on anything else. And that’s surprising, as ...

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Residential investment opportunity in Izinga

Tongaat Hulett Developments has made available a new opportunity in Durban North for developers and investors. With previous offerings virtually sold out, the last available residential estate investment opportunity in the ...