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Big Brother is Watching You

If truth be told, banks, lawyers, cell phone companies and indeed any company offering accounts must be drowning under a barrage of paperwork. South Africa has strict laws aimed at reducing money laundering and crime and as ...

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Test-Drive That Dream House Before Buying It

The fact that buying your dream house is a long-term financial and lifestyle commitment would indicate that taking your time over making that decision, could be in order. In which case, for serious buyers looking to rent the ...

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The direct influence the media has on property sales

Sometimes it is very difficult to understand the power which the media has over the public. Here's how it influences the property market.

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High Profile Sandton Building Gets a ‘Green’ Overhaul

In line with the shift towards ‘green’ living, an increasing number of old South African buildings are being retrofitted to become more eco-friendly. One of the latest buildings to join the green ranks is the 5600sqm ‘Eastgate ...

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Survey indicates emergence of selllers market

The latest RE/MAX survey, shows that most homes sold by RE/MAX agents between 1 January and 30 April 2012 had a minimal difference between asking and selling price.

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Banks Flex Their Muscles Once Again

We all know that one of the most stressful aspects associated with buying a home is raising bond finance. In addition to scrutinising the credit records of every applicant, querying the value of the property concerned and asking ...

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What Property Will Cost in the Future

The news that the prime lending rate had been cut by a further 50 basis points, bringing the rate to a thirty year low of 8.5 percent, came as a major surprise and will undoubtedly bring welcome relief to those who have been ...

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Landlords need to protect themselves

Economic hardship is putting tenants under pressure, creating problems for landlords and affecting the quality of rental properties. There are clear signs that some tenants are struggling to pay their monthly rentals. High ...

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Central Park at Waterfall Business Estate

South Africa’s most ambitious urban development is taking form at Waterfall Business Estate. Unifying northern Sandton and Midrand, Waterfall is a massive 330 hectare mixed-use development. Waterfall spans both sides of the ...