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Factors that affect property value

Research suggests that most buyers take only a few minutes to decide whether or not they like a property.

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Embrace the property transfer

Are you unhappy about how long it takes to transfer your new home into your name? Have you been inconvenienced by transfer delays which meant you had to carry on renting in your old home? Have you had to reschedule your move ...

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Don’t be intimidated

Sellers shouldn’t rest on their laurels just because a sales agreement has been signed. Any agent will tell you that the hard work really only starts once the property has been sold and it is imperative for the seller to keep ...

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Beware of bogus agents

Although both home buyers and sellers have the legislated power to stop bogus estate agents in their tracks, many are not aware of the steps they can take – or of the dangers of dealing with ...

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Buying is wise compared to the short-term advantages of renting

The decision to buy or rent your home can generally be divided into two topics, financial and emotional. Each will influence the other in some way and it will be a different factor of influence for each and every property and ...

How to Handle Bodies Corporate Bullies
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How to Handle Bodies Corporate Bullies

Bullies practice the art of harassment among all age groups and across all sectors of society. It happens in the workplace, but luckily there are measures in place to protect the employee from an ...

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Avoid wrangles over occupational rent

When you've sold your home, the last thing you want is a disagreement with the buyer about the occupation date or occupational rental. However, such disputes do arise – and usually because the ...

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Full title residential homes are the best investment bet

Neil Fuller, broker/owner of RE/MAX One, says that the best investment bets in his areas are full-title residential homes as they generally offer by far the best rental income.

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Fiduciary duties of Home Owners’ Association executives

Common law states that Home Owners’ Association (HOA) executives have a special legal relationship to their HOA. They owe the HOA a duty of trust, reasonable skill and confidentiality. This is referred to as the “fiduciary ...