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Things to consider when buying a holiday home
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Things to consider when buying a holiday home

Many people dream of owning a holiday home where they can relax with family and friends- or ultimately, even relocate. If this is you, here are some points to consider.

Top tips for letting out your holiday home
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Top tips for letting out your holiday home

With the peak holiday season around the corner, savvy landlords will be going all out to maximise their return on their holiday homes.

Start preparing for your next rental now
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Start preparing for your next rental now

In order to avoid being left high and dry when your lease expires, you need to have a plan in place to secure your next place.

How powers of attorney speed up a property transfer
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How powers of attorney speed up a property transfer

Learn more about powers of attorney and how they can speed up a property transaction.

Why mortgage pre-approval matters
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Why mortgage pre-approval matters

Imagine finding a home that love, then realising you don't qualify for the required home loan amount. Getting mortgage pre-approval saves you this disappointment.

6 myths about renting you shouldn't believe
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6 myths about renting you shouldn't believe

Here are some common myths about renting that aren't necessarily true.

Finding the funds for foreign property investments
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Finding the funds for foreign property investments

With the current volatility of the rand, many middle-income South Africans are contemplating foreign investments.

22 questions you MUST ask before buying a home
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22 questions you MUST ask before buying a home

Before you make a property purchase, ask the seller a few questions, to help you make your decision.

7 ways you can be a better neighbour
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7 ways you can be a better neighbour

Neighbourhood squabbles are time-consuming, annoying, and negatively affect your happy home. Here’s our how to guide on how to be a better neighbour.