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Previous Win a Home winner talks about life on Val De Vie Estate

Private Property catches up with season three's Win a Home grand prize winner, Palesa Moisi, to chat about life on Val De Vie Estate.

Maintain your home now and avoid costly repairs later
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Maintain your home now and avoid costly repairs later

Small maintenance jobs that are not done can result in major issues that will cost you a lot more in the long run. Here are 5 jobs you should tackle now.

Don’t DIY: 7 jobs you should leave to the professionals
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Don’t DIY: 7 jobs you should leave to the professionals

Tackling a DIY job gives you a certain amount of satisfaction and saves you money too. Some jobs however should be left to the professionals.

Three new landlord questions answered
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Three new landlord questions answered

In these increasingly difficult economic times, it would be wise for landlords (or those looking to get into the game) to consider working with a managing agent

Take a look at your windows to save energy and money
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Take a look at your windows to save energy and money

Did you know that inefficient, badly fitting windows can heat up your house by a whopping 75% in summer – and account for a third of total heat loss during winter?

How to recognise and avoid rental scams
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How to recognise and avoid rental scams

Rental scams are on the rise and unfortunately, many people still fall for them. Here’s how to spot the common red flags.

How to improve your chances of selling
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How to improve your chances of selling

Pricing your home correctly and making sure it looks its best will help you sell your home faster.

Does paying R100 more on your bond really make a difference?
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Does paying R100 more on your bond really make a difference?

Paying just a little more into your home loan can shorten your home period and save you thousands.

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What to expect when renting out a property on an estate.

Michelle Dickens, Managing Director of TPN Credit Bureau, chats about what to expect when it comes to renting out a property on an estate.