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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…

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…

Young guns set sights on ownership

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

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…

Some professional help for distressed property owners

WHILE the distressed property situation in South Africa has improved since the beginning of the year assisted by steady price…

Sell first before buying next property?

IN today's real estate market, homeowners who have decided to move to another property may find themselves sitting with the…

The best time to buy is right now

DON'T get too hung up on trying to "read" market cycles or interest rate trends, or you may miss the…

Affordability a real issue

HOME affordability may become more of a problem in 2014 with a slightly higher house price growth and a struggling…

To build or move out?

HOMEOWNERS who are living in a home that no longer meets the requirements of their growing family have one of…

Investing in outdoor space can pay off

WHILE kitchen and bathroom renovations are still the top places within the home to upgrade when it comes to homeowners…

Are you cash strapped? Consider a joint bond

THOSE who lack savings but want very much to buy a home for themselves should seriously consider the advantages of…