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Owning a home is a significant milestone in anyone's life but for women especially, it provides many benefits in addition to long-term financial advantages, and in Women’s Month, it’s a good idea to review some of the most important ones...

There is a high desire for home ownership in the country, but the high interest rate and uncertainty around the economy remains a dampener. Bringing down the rate will be just the catalyst that hesitant buyers need...

House price growth has been dampened for some time now owing to broader economic factors. Once the interest rate cutting cycle begins, it is possible that we might experience a quick turnaround within the local housing market...

A buyer’s market typically features more properties for sale and fewer buyers. When there is an oversupply of available properties and lower buyer demand, it tends to result in extended market times, price reductions, and seller concessions...

In the event where a seller agrees to early occupation, it is vital that specific terms and conditions that deal with the occupation including transfer of risk, costs and so on are specifically included in the agreement of sale. These should preferably be vetted by a Conveyancer...

Step into a place where convenience and community come together effortlessly. Burgundy Estate is more than just a home; it’s a vibrant neighbourhood full of lifestyle opportunities waiting to be explored...

Whether you’re stepping into the property market for the first time or you're an experienced investor, the real estate market can feel overwhelming with ever-changing trends and a maze of industry jargon. To help you make informed decisions, it's essential to understand these key terms...

Buying a home is has long been known as a sound long-term investment but it’s by no means the only advantage and, although property investment always require careful consideration and planning, the benefits of owning your own home will almost always outweigh the disadvantages...

This significant milestone follows the highly successful sales launch of Phase One in May, and highlights the ongoing investor appeal of residential property in Century City, Cape Town's 250-hectare New Urban estate...

The trend towards connecting with our natural environment, among other contributory factors towards wellness from both a mental and physical perspective, continues to gather traction...

When selling your property, it is necessary for the conveyancer to obtain a rates clearance certificate (RCC) from the relevant local authority, or municipality, before transfer can be registered in the Deeds Office...

Launchbase, the pioneering proptech startup, has once again demonstrated its industry-leading capabilities by achieving another first day sell-out during its latest off-plan property development launch...

The house flipping game is one of high risks and high rewards. For those who do their research thoroughly and lean on the advice of industry experts, house flipping can be an incredible wealth generator, but it won’t come without its challenges...

Future interest rate cuts and economic stabilisation could be the golden key that many buyers need to take the plunge into homeownership, without the constant fear of rates hikes hanging over their heads...

Women have become a formidable force in the home-buying and property investment market and stakeholders need to adopt strategies that resonate with the priorities of this growing sector of the market...

Buying a property is a complicated process with many moving parts. Understanding where things might go wrong in this process can help buyers to avoid some of the common pitfalls...

Selling a property can be surprisingly expensive. Some costs can be deducted from the final sale price, while others must be paid upfront. Before listing your property for sale, it is recommended that you first do the calculations for all the associates costs so that you can budget accordingly...

The SARB's Monetary Policy Committee decided to keep the repurchase rate at its current level of 8.25% per year, meaning that the prime rate holds steady at 11.75%...

South Africa’s new government of national unity has investors and property professionals alike looking forward to a period of greater stability and stronger housing and rental prices...

The SARB's Monetary Policy Committee decided to keep the repurchase rate at its current level of 8.25% per year, meaning that the prime rate holds steady at 11.75%...