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The pro's and con's of a fixed interest rate

With the prime interest rate at a low that was last seen in the market over 30 years ago, many homeowners may be contemplating fixing the rate on their bond.

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Top 10 Tips For 1st Time Home Buyers

Buying your first home is both an exciting and a stressful experience. The joy of owning your own home can sometimes be overshadowed by the concerns that come with acquiring the associated debt ...

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Boost Your Awareness

Property buyers around the world tend to look at what a certain area offers in terms of entertainment and schools. They will also consider the type of neighbourhood, what the neighbours are like and what sort of shopping ...

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On the Road to Recovery?

The news that The City of Johannesburg plans to spend approximately R2-billion on rebuilding and upgrading the road infrastructure in Johannesburg has been widely welcomed by those who have to navigate the road systems that in ...

Top 10 Tips For 1st Time Home Buyers
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Top 10 Tips For 1st Time Home Buyers

Buying your first home often comes with accumulating debt in the form of a home loan. These tips will help you make the best decisions.

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The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread

There are a number of things that make one feel truly like an adult. Your first cell phone contract, speeding ticket and car repayment knock the “I’m young and carefree” thoughts right out of your head. Another good indicator of ...

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Renovations Are Done And Dusted

Once the dust had settled, and the pain of having builders in private spaces for too long had faded, the inevitable questions arose. Why were these wonderful alterations not made years ago? And why did we not move out while work ...

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Shower Under The Stars

Outdoor showers have grown in popularity over the years and are now largely considered a functional extension and valuable addition to the home. So says Liza Watermeyer, retail and display co-ordinator at Tile ...

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The pro's and con's of a fixed interest rate

With the prime interest rate at a low that was last seen in the market over 30 years ago, many homeowners may be contemplating fixing the rate on their bond.