Articles related to "Building"
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Ways to win when you buy off-plan
With the number of existing homes for sale in the affordable price range diminishing, new developments are starting to regain popularity, especially with first-time buyers.
And there are several factors in favour of buying a home ...
Property Advice
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Aida
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25 May 2012
Things to consider when buying vacant land in South Africa
If you’re considering buying a vacant stand, you need to do your homework beforehand. Read our guide to learn what to consider before buying vacant land.
Property Advice
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BetterBond
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13 Feb 2012
Get the facts before you build
While there are many reputable developers around,
there are also many who are not up to the task.
Do your homework before you commit.
Although the construction industry is suffering under ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Stedone Homes
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07 Feb 2012
Choose the right architect
The right architect will help you to shape the spaces in which you live, sleep, bathe, entertain, celebrate and grow your family.
As with most things in this world, word of mouth is often ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Natalie Billings
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03 Feb 2012
I love it when a (building) plan comes together
You might think that building an extra garage or bathroom, or extending your lounge, is a case of locating a contractor and starting to build.
It’s not that simple.
The National Building ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Cathy Nolan
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03 Feb 2012
Why use an architect?
So you’re a creative, design minded person and you’ve got some fabulous ideas about the new home you want to build. You’re not a terribly gifted artist, but that hardly matters beçause you’ve just downloaded the latest (free) 3D ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Natalie Billings
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16 Jan 2012
How to keep tabs on builders from afar
The winter season is the dry time when most building work gets done, but if you own a rental property or a holiday home in a distant town, it's difficult to get improvements done.
Property Advice
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Press
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08 Jul 2010
Residential Building Activity Remains under Pressure
Data on residential building activity released by Statistics South Africa up to April 2009 indicate that the planning and construction phases of the housing sector remain depressed against ...
News
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Jacques du Toit
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17 Jun 2009
Home Loan Talk - Buying your own home
Find out what you need to know when buying a home and applying for home loan finance.
There are many advantages of home ownership. Your home represents far more than
just its investment value ...
Property Advice
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Denise Simpson
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06 Nov 2006
Stone: Past and Present
This article serves to provide a brief overview of how stone was articulated in the past and how it is being moulded into our lifestyles today.
News
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Charles Taylor
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06 Nov 2006
