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How to find the “sweet spot’ when buying an investment property
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How to find the “sweet spot’ when buying an investment property

Find out what options are available and how dynamics such as price, area and property type affect the return on residential property

6 essential flat hunting tips for students
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6 essential flat hunting tips for students

Before you set out to find the perfect student pad, prepare yourself with these 6 essential apartment hunting tips.

Should I buy now or keep on renting?
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Should I buy now or keep on renting?

Here are a couple of pointers to help you decide if you are ready to step onto the first rung of the property ladder.

10 ways to keep your landlord happy
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10 ways to keep your landlord happy

Follow these tips and ensure a trouble-free relationship with your landlord.

Escaping the rat race: the pros and cons
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Escaping the rat race: the pros and cons

South Africans who are seeking a more leisurely lifestyle often dream of moving out of the city. While the pros are pretty obvious, there are also cons that you may not have thought about.

The Rental Housing Tribunal: know your rights in South Africa
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The Rental Housing Tribunal: know your rights in South Africa

The Rental Housing Tribunal is the official body that has been set up to resolve disputes between tenants and landlords. Here's what you need to know.

Tenant or landlord, who has more rights?
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Tenant or landlord, who has more rights?

The issue of tenant and landlord rights is a source of frustration for all parties concerned. A well-drafted lease will protect all parties.

Selling? This is why it’s important to price your home correctly
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Selling? This is why it’s important to price your home correctly

Overpricing your home in order to leave room for negotiation could backfire and leave you with a house that sits on the market.

The 4 different types of property ownership in South Africa
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The 4 different types of property ownership in South Africa

You can buy property as a natural person, a company, a corporation or as a trust. Find out the pros and cons of each.