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Demand for Dual-living Homes

There’s a healthy demand for dual living properties in Noordhoek, according to Mike Greeff, CEO of Greeff Properties, an exclusive Affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate. Greeff says that dual living accommodation is ...

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Riding the ‘Freeway’

Although the jury is still out and the final decision has yet to be made, eTolls do look set to become part of South Africa's makeup. While many assume that this is a Gauteng fight, if the toll road initiative is successfully ...

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P3 Moneywize internet course in wealth creation

Are you interested in wealth creation? Well, no matter who you are, you qualify to receive a free online course in wealth creation through Property Investment. This e-course is designed to educate and fascinate you with the facts ...

Preparing your home for rental
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Preparing your home for rental

Investment properties, whether they are beach houses or inner-city apartments, all need to be prepared for rental.

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What’s the biggest threat facing South African investors today?

According to Warren Jeffery, Head of Research and Trading, FSP Invest (14th Jan 2013) the cracks are starting to show in the idyllic investment environment of sunny South Africa. You see, despite ...

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2013 - A Buyers Market

In 2013, the property market is expected to show moderate growth, and prospective buyers would do well to have a deposit to bring to the table, says ooba, South Africa's biggest bond originator. “House price growth is ...

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Are the Property Plans Correct?

Although it may not be a legal requirement for sellers to provide a copy of the house plans, it is highly recommended that buyers insert a clause into the sales contract stating that as far as the...

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Are the Property Plans Correct?

Although it may not be a legal requirement for sellers to provide a copy of the house plans, it is highly recommended that buyers insert a clause into the sales contract stating that as far as the seller is aware, the property ...

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Record Approvals Continue

Average house price growth declined marginally in December 2012, down 0.6% year on year and 1.7% month on month to R865,164 in December, according to the latest statistics from ooba, South Africa’s biggest bond originator. ...