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Online vs traditional estate agencies
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Online vs traditional estate agencies

Various low-cost online estate agencies have entered the SA market recently. Will this new way of selling homes disrupt the traditional real estate model? Estate agency heads give their views.

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.

18 important questions every property buyer should ask
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18 important questions every property buyer should ask

18 questions to ask your estate agent that will save you a great deal of heartache and money in the long run.

Sectional title scheme trustees can be held liable for losses
Property Advice

Sectional title scheme trustees can be held liable for losses

Any trustee who acts in breach of his fiduciary relationship can be held liable to the body corporate for any loss suffered as a result of his actions.

7 online scams to be aware of
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7 online scams to be aware of

The advent of the internet has seen online scams become more prevalent for many individuals in recent years. Rodel Bridging Finance gives us some tips on what to look out for.

Savvy investors can still find value in the Southern Suburbs
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Savvy investors can still find value in the Southern Suburbs

After years of phenomenal growth the Southern Suburbs market is slowing down. There are however still some markets that are showing strong activity.

8 ways to ruin your chances of selling your home
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8 ways to ruin your chances of selling your home

Selling a home quickly, for the best possible price is what any property owner wants. It’s imperative that sellers get everything right in order to achieve a sale.

How long it takes to sell a house in South Africa currently
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How long it takes to sell a house in South Africa currently

Research has revealed that the average time homes spent on the market decreased in the first three months of this year. This is an encouraging sign that the market is starting to strengthen.

How to choose a safe apartment
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How to choose a safe apartment

Many property buyers choose an apartment for their first property, and while location and size are often considered, security features are often overlooked.