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There’s no excuse…You can save money
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There’s no excuse…You can save money

We’ve compiled 25 quickfire tips to help you cut back on everyday expenses and save money.

Demand for buy-to-let properties declined in 2017
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Demand for buy-to-let properties declined in 2017

According the FNB Estate Agent Survey, demand for secondary homes declined for the third quarter in Q4 2017, but the market could see improvement in 2018.

How to find the “sweet spot’ when buying an investment property
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How to find the “sweet spot’ when buying an investment property

Find out what options are available and how dynamics such as price, area and property type affect the return on residential property

South African property trends Q4 2017
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South African property trends Q4 2017

Recently released data from RE/MAX reveals the state of the property market in the last 3 months of 2017.

The one property investment goal you should make this year
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The one property investment goal you should make this year

Although New Year’s resolutions are notoriously difficult to keep, there is one that can really deliver enough financial benefits to keep homeowners motivated for a whole year.

Why it makes sense to get on the property ladder early
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Why it makes sense to get on the property ladder early

First-time buyers are getting on the property ladder later than previous generations, but they are missing out on the benefits of buying young.

Mixed reaction to interest rate announcement
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Mixed reaction to interest rate announcement

The decision by the South African Reserve Bank to leave the repo rate unchanged at 6.75% has been met with mixed reactions by the property market.

Rates decision underlines positive prospects for property
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Rates decision underlines positive prospects for property

A stable interest rate environment will further boost the property market, which has started the year in a positive fashion.

Gauteng driving the first-time home buyer’s market
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Gauteng driving the first-time home buyer’s market

After 2 previous years of decline, the number of first time buyers entering the market has stablised in 2016 and 2017.