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Further hike in interest rate not supportive of housing demand

The increased repo rate is unfortunate, given the need to help stimulate growth in SA economy.

Rate increases by 25 basis points
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Rate increases by 25 basis points

As expected, the Reserve Bank has announced another rate hike at today’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting, bringing the benchmark repo rate up to 7% and the prime lending to 10.50%.

Rate hike as expected, but property market still remarkably resilient
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Rate hike as expected, but property market still remarkably resilient

Today’s interest rate hike is exactly as expected. What does it mean for the property market?

Preparing for any home emergency
Property Advice

Preparing for any home emergency

Part of owning a home is being prepared for the unexpected.

What a Moody’s downgrade means for the local property market
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What a Moody’s downgrade means for the local property market

The decision by international ratings agency Moody’s to place South Africa’s Baa2 bond and issuer ratings on review for downgrade has serious consequences on the short to medium term property market.

How to plan for homeownership success
Property Advice

How to plan for homeownership success

With 2016 predicted to be a financially tough year, those who plan to enter the property market will need to plan carefully to achieve their goal.

Here’s why you may not want a 100% home loan
Property Advice

Here’s why you may not want a 100% home loan

When it comes to home loans, it may not be in your best interests to apply for a 100% loan.

A guide to home buying for the self-employed
Property Advice

A guide to home buying for the self-employed

The misconception exists that it is near impossible for entrepreneurs, or individuals who work for themselves, to enter the property market, due to the banks’ very strict lending criteria.

Steady demand for Berea property in Durban
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Steady demand for Berea property in Durban

Home to some of the oldest and stateliest Victorian and Edwardian houses in Durban, the Berea also boasts a diverse selection of Art Deco and modern freehold homes, sectional title estates and flats.