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Tax-Friendly Property Transfers

Time is running out to make use of the tax -friendly window period introduced by SARS in 2010. The relevant provisions allow taxpayers to transfer residential homes that they hold in companies, close corporations or trusts ...

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How to get financing in USA property?

Everyone is asking how to finance USA property. Scott Picken, IPS CEO, has just spent another 3 weeks in USA buying USA property and he wants to explain the 5 ways to get finance in USA. Scott also attended a course with Dr Dolf ...

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Hero Agent Saves Two from Drowning

Bedfordview estate agent Tanya Sakota (pictured) is a hero, especially to the two people she recently saved from being electrocuted in their home swimming pool – a local architect and his 17-year-old son.   After holding a ...

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Light, Bright, White Summer Décor

Think of your home as a summer rental, and you'll see it in a whole new light. Throw open the doors and windows, pull back the curtains and get rid of pieces that are dark, gloomy and fussy. Stow away heavy accessories, throws ...

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Save Water Every Time you Flush

The adage “you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone’ could well be applied to South Africa’s water within a few short years if urgent attention isn’t paid to a looming water crisis. South Africa is a water scarce ...

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The key to investing in property

Most of us look at property as a secure long-term investment, or as a vehicle to provide for us when we retire. But what you may find very confusing are the very differing ...

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What is the right age to buy property?

Lately there have been a lot of enquiries from young buyers looking to buy their first home. From what age should you be considering buying a home?

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Mini-Budget Should Give Property Market new Impetus

The mini-budget speech delivered by Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan this week should have the effect of increasing consumer and business confidence.

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Solar Outdoor Lighting - Save Energy, Slash the Bills

A visit paid to a couple of golfing enthusiasts resident at Stellenbosch’s award-winning de Zalze Golf Estate recently, helped demystify matters outdoor solar lighting. A stroll through the estate gardens and pristine golf ...