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Pros and cons of a fixed interest rate

WITH the recent rise in interest rate, albeit low, some homeowners may be contemplating fixing the rate on their bond.

Ideas to jazz up your patio

A PATIO is the perfect place for entertaining family and friends, a place to dine al fresco, and a place…

Deceased estates frozen for long time

WHEN dealing with the transfer of deceased estates there is often a variety of hurdles and taxes that need to…

Look out for any ‘right to extend’ when buying a sectional title property

WHEN a new sectional title (ST) complex is launched, the developer can elect to build fewer units than may be…

The costs of buying

FINALLY found your dream house and want to make an offer? Concerned about the costs that you need to take…

Some weird, wonderful houses

BECAUSE we are all unique, we like to think our homes are too. We hope that our personalities will shine…

Delinquent tenants – know your rights

JUST as tough economic times have had their impact on the housing market and those looking to own property, it…

Rate hike could hit the market hard

MANY South African economists, having frankly admitted that they did not expect the South African Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee…

Young guns set sights on ownership

AROUND the world, young working people are increasingly attracted to home ownership rather than renting

Sigbare sekuriteit bly ‘n pluspunt

IN die heersende eiendomsmark waar voorstedelike huise toenemend met eiendomme in veiligheidskomplekse en afgesperde landgoedere moet meeding, is goeie, en…

Positive sentiment in property market despite tough economic conditions

FOLLOWING the recent increase the repo rate, Dr Andrew Golding, the chief executive of the Pam Golding property group has…

What to look for in astute estate agent

MANY of the systems and methods employed in the marketing of residential property have changed out of all recognition, with…