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The rise of the auctioned property
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The rise of the auctioned property

Cape Town is emerging as the ideal city for residential property auctions, with trends similar to those in Sydney, Australia.

Home security must-haves
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Home security must-haves

Ensuring adequate home security is a critical factor for homeowners across South Africa, not only for personal safety but also for meeting insurance requirements.

Residential market sales prove 2025 optimism
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Residential market sales prove 2025 optimism

Just past the halfway mark of the year, ooba reports improvements across all major indicators.

South African real estate sector recognised as No 1 in two global surveys
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South African real estate sector recognised as No 1 in two global surveys

SA real estate is a stronghold in the fight against money laundering, and presents the most affordable properties in the world.

Key characteristics of starter homes
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Key characteristics of starter homes

A starter home is a small but affordable property, designed to attract first time home buyers and small families.

Five ways young South Africans are redefining property ownership
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Five ways young South Africans are redefining property ownership

The essence of real estate as a path to wealth remains unchanged but the future ownership landscape is influenced by the youth.

Lower cash vs higher bond offer, how to weigh the benefits
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Lower cash vs higher bond offer, how to weigh the benefits

Lower cash or higher bond offer? Compare speed, certainty, and price to choose the right option for your sale.

Renovations to a sectional title
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Renovations to a sectional title

Learn the rules for renovating a sectional title property, including Body Corporate approvals, legal requirements, and avoiding costly mistakes.

Beyond the offer, why property deals fall through
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Beyond the offer, why property deals fall through

Common reasons property sales collapse, from financing issues to legal hurdles, and how to avoid them.