Steps to building wealth through real estate

Social networks: The new media

25 November 2015

Since the advent of the internet, we have been living in an age of instant information. Everything that anyone would like to know has become accessible and is just a simple click of the mouse away....

Rate increases by 25 basis points

19 November 2015

Remaining on its rate-hiking phase, the Reverse Bank has once again announced at today’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting that the interest rates would increase by a further 25 basis points....

Show days - Are they worthwhile?

12 November 2015

With nine out ten property shoppers looking for homes online, many real estate professionals have steered away from having traditional open show days, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO...

Reducing stress during property buying

12 November 2015

While an exciting chapter in one’s life, buying a home can also be one of life’s most stressful times, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of South Africa. “E...

Budgeting tips to help save for a deposit

10 November 2015

There are several benefits for homebuyers who can put down a deposit when they purchase a property, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa. “Not only are...

Getting the best home for your money

03 November 2015

For a buyer to truly understand whether or not they are getting the best home for their money, they need to understand the factors that contribute to a property’s worth, bearing in mind that...

Are you ready to own a home?

02 November 2015

Although homeownership is a goal for many South African consumers, if a person purchases a home before they are ready to do so, it could be a big mistake that ends up costing them dearly, says Adri...

How do interest rates affect the property market?

29 October 2015

The South African Reserve Bank has warned that they are currently in a hiking phase and consumers can expect the interest rate to increase in the near future. Why is this important for the South Af...

External factors that impact on property sales

26 October 2015

There are few investments that can have as much of an impact on a person’s financial well-being as purchasing a property. Not only can it affect the buyer’s current financial standing,...