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The best (and worst) reasons to tap into your home equity
Property Advice

The best (and worst) reasons to tap into your home equity

Unlocking your home equity for a home renovation or two can be a profitable investment… just don’t go splurging it on shopping sprees and unsettled bills.

Home improvements to add value
Property Advice

Home improvements to add value

Thinking of putting in a pool or building a new room on your property? The ooba experts advise that as with any other financial outlay, a renovation needs planning and forethought to add value.

SA’s property sector now valued at R5.8 trillion
News

SA’s property sector now valued at R5.8 trillion

A study has revealed that the property sector is South Africa has grown by an incredible R1 trillion in the past 4 years.

The ins and outs of renting out an investment property
Property Advice

The ins and outs of renting out an investment property

Tips for new landlords including whether to furnish the property, finding a great tenant and getting rid of a not so great tenant.

Private Property launches SA’s first comprehensive commercial property platform
News

Private Property launches SA’s first comprehensive commercial property platform

Private Property has identified a need in the market for a property website that effectively showcases commercial listings and have designed a platform that does exactly that.

Game. Set. Match. 5 spectacular homes with their own tennis courts
Lifestyle and Decor

Game. Set. Match. 5 spectacular homes with their own tennis courts

Give yourself home court advantage with these amazing mansions that have private tennis courts to hone your game.

Billionaire Patrice Motsepe invests in Val de Vie property
News

Billionaire Patrice Motsepe invests in Val de Vie property

Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Capital makes its first investment in South Africa’s residential property market with 20% stake in Val de Vie Investments.

Sectional Titles: picking the right managing agent
Property Advice

Sectional Titles: picking the right managing agent

Choosing the right managing agent is vital in any sectional title scheme to ensure financial stability is preserved and overall success is achieved.

The do’s and don’ts for enclosing patios
Property Advice

The do’s and don’ts for enclosing patios

Alterations made to patios or balconies without proper approval in sectional title units can become a costly affair.