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The property market remains resilient
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The property market remains resilient

The South African property market forges ahead in spite of the existing levels of economic and political uncertainty.

Sectional Title AGM’s: Be wary of proxy collectors with hidden agendas
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Sectional Title AGM’s: Be wary of proxy collectors with hidden agendas

An uncapped limit on proxies can leave room for manipulation when the annual general meeting rolls around for sectional title holders.

How trustees are nominated and elected in sectional title schemes
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How trustees are nominated and elected in sectional title schemes

As the owner of a sectional title property, becoming a trustee is a good way to keep your finger on the pulse of your property scheme’s maintenance and expenses.

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

Cape Town’s R14 billion ‘green’ village gets new addition
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Cape Town’s R14 billion ‘green’ village gets new addition

Swisatec announces a new addition to the 14 billion Blue Rock Village; Africa first green village in Cape Town South Africa

Selling? Learn the difference between property value and marketability
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Selling? Learn the difference between property value and marketability

The property market can be a competitive arena, which is why you should ensure your property’s marketability and home value stands out from the crowd.

Here’s how to get the most out of your estate agent
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Here’s how to get the most out of your estate agent

It’s advisable to keep in constant contact with your agent when selling your home, rather than sitting back and waiting for things to happen.

Azure on the Bay reaches completion
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Azure on the Bay reaches completion

Buyers and investors of an upmarket apartment development on the West Coast of Cape Town are looking forward to moving into their newly built homes.

Is there hope for the ‘ghost on the coast’?
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Is there hope for the ‘ghost on the coast’?

Can Nelson Mandela Bay make a historical turnaround in uplifting its economic fortune?