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What a first-time homebuyer should know before signing an offer to purchase
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What a first-time homebuyer should know before signing an offer to purchase

A first-time homebuyer’s offer to purchase is legally binding—understand the terms, costs and conditions before signing with confidence.

Sectional Title (ST) scheme owners
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Sectional Title (ST) scheme owners

Suspect there has been financial mismanagement in your Sectional Title scheme? Be alert to red flags and potential mismanagement.

Divorce and property decisions: a guide to selling, buying out, or keeping
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Divorce and property decisions: a guide to selling, buying out, or keeping

Divorcing with shared property? Understand when to sell, buy out, or keep your home to protect your financial future.

Sectional Title scheme owners
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Sectional Title scheme owners

How to manage the financials of a Sectional Title scheme Credible managing agents are in the best position to ensure your Sectional Title scheme’s financials are accurate and transparent.

Declutter to sell (or stay): why January is the best time to reset your home’s value
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Declutter to sell (or stay): why January is the best time to reset your home’s value

Decluttering in January can boost your home’s appeal, functionality and value—whether you’re selling or staying.

Six safety & security tips for South African homeowners
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Six safety & security tips for South African homeowners

Practical, layered security tips to help South African homeowners protect their properties, families, and long-term property value.

Do not be a victim of financial abuse
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Do not be a victim of financial abuse

The act of depriving women of access to financial resources is a despicable practice, and is more common in SA than you may think, says POWA.

Sectional Title scheme owners: Appointing a managing agent for a Sectional Title scheme
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Sectional Title scheme owners: Appointing a managing agent for a Sectional Title scheme

An authoritative guide on how to choose a managing agent, and why, for a Sectional Title scheme.

Helping you open the door to your future
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Helping you open the door to your future

For many South Africans, owning a home isn’t just a financial milestone – it’s a lifelong dream.