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How to pay off your home in 10 years
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How to pay off your home in 10 years

Paying a home loan off over the full term of the loan will result on you paying more than double in interest alone. Here’s how you save by paying off your home sooner.

Still a buyer’s market, despite improved property outlook
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Still a buyer’s market, despite improved property outlook

Although the economy and property market is showing improvement, it is still all about the buyers as we wait for the positive sentiment to translate into a meaningful increase in sales and prices.

Innovative ways to reduce your electricity bill this winter
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Innovative ways to reduce your electricity bill this winter

The cold, wet weather translates into more nights spent at home, which can cause electricity bills to skyrocket. Here's how you can avoid higher electricity bills this winter.

Home loans: understanding the basics
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Home loans: understanding the basics

We have a look at the home loan options available to you and answer some important questions that could help you once you decide to search for a new home.

6 golden rules for buying South African property revealed
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6 golden rules for buying South African property revealed

There are some rules that every property buyer should follow in order to get the most out of their property purchase.

Banks are approving more home loans
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Banks are approving more home loans

Banks are showing an increased appetite to lend according to first quarter (Q1 2018) property statistics recently released by ooba, South Africa’s leading home loan originator.

Property continues to be a prime target for global investors
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Property continues to be a prime target for global investors

The appetite for property continues to thrive globally as equity markets may be making high net worth investors nervous. There was a staggering 56% increase in property investment in 2017.

12 things to consider before investing in a rental property
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12 things to consider before investing in a rental property

Investing in rental property can be a sound investment but it’s not for everyone. There are a number of factors to consider before you decide to go ahead.

How to save for a home deposit faster
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How to save for a home deposit faster

The sooner you save up a decent deposit, the sooner you will be able to make your home buying dream a reality. Here are 7 tips to give your deposit savings a kick-start.