Is it worthwhile buying a fixer-upper?

What happens to your rental deposit?

01 February 2017

It is the general practice in today’s rental market for landlords to request a deposit from their tenants before they move into the property, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of...

The ins and outs of a usufruct

27 January 2017

The definition of a usufruct is a legal right given by an owner to someone who is not the owner, to use the owner’s property for a certain period, usually for the remainder of that person&rsq...

Leave yourself some breathing room

26 January 2017

Considering purchasing a property? First-time homebuyers should have a clear idea of what they can comfortably afford on their home repayment each month, before taking the initial steps towards own...

The interest rate and how it impacts the market

24 January 2017

South African Reserve Bank Governor, Lesetja Kganyago, announced today at the first Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2017 that the repo rate will remain unchanged at 7% with the prime lending r...

Should equity in the bond be used for debt?

23 January 2017

Often car loans and credit cards accrue interest at a much higher rate than a home loan, which is why many people decide to take equity out of their home loan to pay off their other debts. Focusing...

Paint and prepare before you move in

20 January 2017

Every first-time homebuyer wants to add their personal touch to their property and turn their new house into a home. Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, says...

Safety tips that every child should know

18 January 2017

Home should be a haven and sanctuary where children can grow up enjoying their informative years. However, there are dangers and elements that children should be aware of to ensure their safety. &n...

A buyer's guide to keeping track of properties

16 January 2017

While it may sound like a reasonably easy thing to do, finding the ideal home may take a little more time and effort than most expect, especially if the potential buyer doesn’t follow any spe...

You got to love the house you buy

11 January 2017

Property is a long-term investment, in fact, on average it takes a minimum of approximately five years to see real returns on a property sale, provided there are no other unusual circumstances. &nb...