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What are your rights when developers build next door?
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What are your rights when developers build next door?

Do property developers have a responsibility to let you know when they plan to develop next to your home? And can you object?

Guidelines for keeping birds as pets
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Guidelines for keeping birds as pets

Many people in South Africa are fond of keeping birds as pets, but could you run fowl of the law by keeping one on your property?

Investment Property vs Retirement Annuities
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Investment Property vs Retirement Annuities

All South Africans worry about retiring at some stage in their lives. Where are the funds going to come from? What is the best option: property or saving money in a retirement fund.

Pets and a rental home
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Pets and a rental home

Here’s what can you do to ensure you and your animals remain on the good side of your landlord

Should you buy or rent a home?
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Should you buy or rent a home?

Factors that influence the decision to buy or rent include an individual's finances and personal circumstances.

5 points tenants need to know before signing a lease
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5 points tenants need to know before signing a lease

Tenants should remember that a lease is a legally binding document which means they should be sure they understand all the points before signing.

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home loans: is it better to have a 20 or 30 year loan term?

Should you choose a 20 or 30 year term on your home loan? Lephoi Mokgatle, Executive Head of Nedbank Home Loans Digital shares the pros and cons to consider for each.

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Tips on how to buy a property on auction.

Buying a property on auction is slightly different to a regular property purchase, particularly if that property is a distressed sale. Here are a few tips if you're planning to buy a home on auction.

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Must-knows when applying for a home loan

Lephoi Mokgatle, Executive Head of Nedbank Home Loans Digital shares 4 key points to consider when applying for a home loan.