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Budgeting tips for new homeowners
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Budgeting tips for new homeowners

Many property buyers struggle with the expenses of buying and owning their new home. Careful planning can go a long way towards relieving their financial stress.

5 security tips for first-time renters
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5 security tips for first-time renters

Moving into a first home can be exciting and liberating, but young people who do so, need to be aware of the risks of living alone and take appropriate steps to keep safe.

Tenants cannot withhold their rent
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Tenants cannot withhold their rent

Tenants often resort to withholding their rental payment if they feel their landlord is not maintaining the property, but this can backfire. This is how it should be handled.

How to pay off your home in 10 years
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How to pay off your home in 10 years

Paying a home loan off over the full term of the loan will result on you paying more than double in interest alone. Here’s how you save by paying off your home sooner.

Buy to let vs Buy to live
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Buy to let vs Buy to live

The criteria for buying a property may change depending on what you are planning to use it for, says Steve van Wyk, Seeff’s MD in Centurion.

3 types of real estate agents to avoid
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3 types of real estate agents to avoid

Choosing a real estate agent is like choosing a mattress – make the wrong selection and you’ll end up with sleepless nights left contemplating all of the money you have lost.

Home loans: understanding the basics
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Home loans: understanding the basics

We have a look at the home loan options available to you and answer some important questions that could help you once you decide to search for a new home.

Why it pays to get along with your neighbours
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Why it pays to get along with your neighbours

Working together with your neighbours on improving security and maintaining your neighbourhood develops community spirit and leads to higher property values.

Innovative ways to reduce your electricity bill this winter
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Innovative ways to reduce your electricity bill this winter

The cold, wet weather translates into more nights spent at home, which can cause electricity bills to skyrocket. Here's how you can avoid higher electricity bills this winter.