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Smart ways to spend your bonus
Thirteen is an unlucky number for some - but not for those who get a year-end “thirteenth cheque”, and certainly not for those who can resist the impulse to spend this bonus all at once.
Joburg rental market shows major slowdown
Johannesburg's rental market has seen a significant shift in demand as the economic downturn makes it increasingly challenging for cash-strapped South Africans.
Don’t wait for “the one” before you buy a home
If you’re young and working, you don’t have to wait until you’re in a permanent relationship before you buy your first home.
An opportunity for momentum?
South Africa escaped a downgrade last week from the 3 major ratings agencies. Harcourts CEO, Richard Gray discusses the impact of this.
Student housing scores top marks with investors
The ongoing student-housing shortage in the Western Cape – indeed in the whole of SA – provides a potentially lucrative opportunity for buy-to-let investors.
Tips for applying for a bond
The stats show that most people who are buying a home need finance for it. Here are a few essential tips for buyers who are applying for a home loan.
Retire in luxury in Plettenberg Bay
To meet the demand for high-end retirement accommodation, a luxury retirement complex is set to be developed in the heart of Plettenberg Bay.
Three new retirement projects being developed in Nelspruit
To help meet the increasing demand for senior citizen accommodation in Nelspruit, three retirement projects are currently under way for retirees in search of secure and affordable accommodation.
Interest rate decision a welcome reprieve for economy and housing market
The decision by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee to retain the repo rate at 7% (home loan base rate of 10.5%) is a welcome reprieve for the economy and housing market.
Don't lose your spouse trying to find your dream house
How do you find the perfect home if you and your partner both envision different things? As with most things in a relationship, compromise is key.