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3 quick tips for selling your home.

Thinking of selling your home? Lephoi Mokgatle, Executive Head of Nedbank Home Loans Digital, shares a few things that you might want to consider.

Property investment stands the test of time
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Property investment stands the test of time

There’s a myriad of options when it comes to investing our money, but property has remained an interesting option that has stood the test of time

7 tips for choosing the right investment property
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7 tips for choosing the right investment property

Buying a property and renting it out is one of the best ways of securing future wealth. However, it is important to ensure that the property is going to make money in both the short and the long term.

6 simple ways to spice up your rental décor
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6 simple ways to spice up your rental décor

A common frustration with renting is not being able to personalise your space, but there are a few ways to decorate and add a stylish splash around the house, without causing any permanent damage.

What to do if your tenant is doing drugs
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What to do if your tenant is doing drugs

Although the possibility of it happening is small, landlords should be aware of the signs that tenants are doing drugs and know how to deal with the situation if they are.

Cash or bond - what's best for buying investment property?
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Cash or bond - what's best for buying investment property?

There are advantages to paying cash for an investment property but taking a bond may be the better option in some instances.

Consider the extra costs a bigger home brings
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Consider the extra costs a bigger home brings

While a larger home is always more appealing the additional costs that they bring need to be factored in to your buying decision.

4 tips for buying property in an estate
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4 tips for buying property in an estate

When you buy into an estate, the future value of your property will be affected by how well the whole development is managed. Here's how to identify the best estate to invest in.

8 fundamentals that every property investor should know
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8 fundamentals that every property investor should know

Different investors buy for different reasons, but there are some common fundamentals that should drive all property investments.