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Buying a home: Should you follow your head or your heart?
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Buying a home: Should you follow your head or your heart?

You’re buying a home, not dating it, so it’s important that logic rather than emotion influences your decision.

The secret to making money from house flipping
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The secret to making money from house flipping

Buying neglected old homes, renovating them and selling them for a profit can be lucrative, but certain rules need to followed to prevent your flip from becoming a flop.

When should a landlord start the eviction process?
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When should a landlord start the eviction process?

The relationship between a landlord and tenant is a business one, and should be treated as such. When a tenant is in breach of contract, it is best to start the eviction process as soon as possible.

Beware the agent who hijacks listings
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Beware the agent who hijacks listings

Imagine putting your home on the market for a specific sum and then discovering that another agent is marketing your property without your permission, and is doing so at a much lower price.

Financing your home using Islamic banking
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Financing your home using Islamic banking

Diminishing Musharaka is an alternative way for a business or individual to buy property, and it is open to anyone to make use of.

Do your homework before buying a holiday home
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Do your homework before buying a holiday home

Dreaming of buying a second home? Remove the rose tinted spectacles and do some serious homework before signing on the dotted line.

How to find the perfect roommate
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How to find the perfect roommate

Finding a roommate to share costs is tempting to many, but it is important to ask the right questions before agreeing to share your space with a relative stranger.

Why rental property inspections are important
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Why rental property inspections are important

Landlords and tenants often disagree on who is liable for repairs or damages to a rental property. The best way to avoid conflict is to have a thorough inspection report done.

Why the loan-to-value ratio is important when buying property
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Why the loan-to-value ratio is important when buying property

LTV refers to the ratio between the loan amount and the value of a property. A higher deposit will result in a lower LTV and increase your chances of your application being successful.