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What you need to know about financing investment property
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What you need to know about financing investment property

Getting bond approval on property can be difficult for first-time investors. Here's what you need to know about getting that bond application over the line.

How to apply for a home loan when self-employed
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How to apply for a home loan when self-employed

Self-employed bond applicants face a trickier process when applying for a home loan. Here's how to successfully navigate the bond application process when self-employed.

Creative ways to invest in property
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Creative ways to invest in property

Not sure if you can afford to invest in property? Here are some creative strategies to reduce your capital requirements.

Is VAT or transfer duty payable on a property?
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Is VAT or transfer duty payable on a property?

When buying a property, the usual process is that transfer duty is payable by the buyer on the property, but if the property is registered in the name of a company it will be subject to VAT instead.

What tax benefits are property owners entitled to?
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What tax benefits are property owners entitled to?

It is that time of year again where all income from property investments must be declared to SARS and is subject to income tax, this includes all rental income. Here’s what you need to know.

Could the Japanese art of Kakeibo help you buy a house?
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Could the Japanese art of Kakeibo help you buy a house?

Kakeibo, a Japanese method of saving money, claims to help people save up to a third of their monthly income. If used properly, it could be a great tool for those looking to buy a home.

How to improve your chances of qualifying for a home loan
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How to improve your chances of qualifying for a home loan

First time home buyers can significantly improve their chances of qualifying by familiarising themselves with the common pitfalls that lead to home loan applications being unsuccessful.

Investment Property vs Retirement Annuities
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Investment Property vs Retirement Annuities

All South Africans worry about retiring at some stage in their lives. Where are the funds going to come from? What is the best option: property or saving money in a retirement fund.

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How to pay off your home loan faster.

Thinking of paying off your bond quickly? Lephoi Mokgatle, Executive Head of Nedbank Home Loans Digital shares some tips on how to pay off your home loan faster.