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The cost of buying property

When considering purchasing property, it is a simple matter to calculate your bond repayments and see whether or not your savings will cover the deposit that most banks will require before ...

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The offer to purchase

For many home buyers, the intricacies of making an offer to purchase (OTP) remain a mystery.

The process of transferring property to a new owner in South Africa
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The process of transferring property to a new owner in South Africa

Transferring a property from a seller to a buyer’s name can take as long as three months. Here's an outline of the process and how long each step takes.

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Greymont - Value at the Foot of the Hill

Greymont, situated at the bottom of Northcliff Hill is a small suburb that offers reasonable property prices as well as the convenience of access to transport routes and educational establishments. The suburb, with sits in ...

Life vs mortgage protection insurance
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Life vs mortgage protection insurance

Legal fees, property transfer costs, stamp duties: the costs of buying a home can add up to an unexpected amount, and that’s before most consumers even look at insurance.

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Maximise your credit rating

When you apply for a home loan, there are a number of factors that influence your credit score. Generally, financial institutions strive towards a maxim of “only those with good credit need apply”. There are institutions that ...

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‘Future-Proof’ Your Facility

In recent years the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) in collaboration with global engineering and design firm ARUP produced “Survival Strategies for Existing Buildings”, a guide which imparts information on how to ...

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How to lodge a complaint against an estate agent

Miscommunication between agents, buyers and sellers can happen. Most often, these issues can be resolved, if not here's a guide on lodging a complaint.

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Investing in offshore property: potential and pitfalls

November, 2011 80% of people who invest offshore lose money and the investment becomes a tremendous headache in a short space of time. When deciding whether or not to invest offshore, having the right information can make you ...