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Understanding the ‘who’s who’ of a property transaction
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Understanding the ‘who’s who’ of a property transaction

Buying property is more complex than it appears to be on the surface. It’s important to understand the roles of the various role players involved in a property sale.

Western Cape Property market losing steam
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Western Cape Property market losing steam

House price growth in the Western Cape, South Africa’s best performing region, is starting to slow down.

Questions that savvy property buyers ask
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Questions that savvy property buyers ask

Asking the right questions before buying a property will save you money in the long run. Property experts provide a list of questions that need to be asked and answered.

The 7 deadly sins of property investment
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The 7 deadly sins of property investment

A poorly considered property investment can be costly so buyers should avoid these pitfalls at all costs.

Joburg’s ‘New North’ is booming
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Joburg’s ‘New North’ is booming

Billions of rands in new property developments and infrastructure has seen a huge appreciation in property values in the area.

Exclusive and common use areas in sectional title schemes
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Exclusive and common use areas in sectional title schemes

Owners and renters in sectional title schemes need to be familiar with the rules governing exclusive and shared use areas.

Winelands estates are still in huge demand
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Winelands estates are still in huge demand

The dwindling economy hasn’t put a damper on demand for lifestyle living in the Winelands.

My agent has undervalued my home
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My agent has undervalued my home

Sellers should be aware of the fact that the municipal valuation of their home may not be a true reflection of its value.

Some homes selling for 30% less than asking price
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Some homes selling for 30% less than asking price

Agents report that there is a large disparity between what sellers think their homes are worth and what buyers are prepared to pay for those homes.