Why do transfers get rejected at the deeds office?

05 June 2024
Waiting for confirmation that your new home is actually yours – registered in your name – is a little like waiting for a new baby to arrive. There’s lots of happy anticipation tinged...
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INTEREST RATES TO REMAIN AT RECORD HIGHS

30 May 2024
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced yet another disappointing outcome at their latest meeting, with interest rates remaining stable at 8.25% (repo rate) and the prime lending rate at 11.75%....
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RE/MAX national housing report Q1 2024

13 May 2024
Despite a multitude of factors working against it, the South African property market remains surprisingly active in the first quarter of this year; but house price growth remains hampered by broader e...
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How to own your own RE/MAX franchise in Southern Africa

10 May 2024
One of the routes to success is owning your own business. You could start a business from scratch, or you could invest in a franchise with a proven business model for success with an established brand...
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Can landscaping influence the value of your property?

18 April 2024
First impressions count. When it comes to house hunting, that first impression begins with curb appeal: the moment a buyer turns into your road and steps into your garden. In this article, we’ll...
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When renting, who pays for utilities?

10 April 2024
When it comes to rental properties, one question always seems to come up: who shoulders the burden of utility costs? It's a query that can spark debates and a host of misunderstandings. In this bl...
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ANOTHER MONTH WITHOUT ANY INTEREST RATE CUTS

27 March 2024
Many will undoubtedly be disappointed to hear that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) did not choose to cut interest rates at their latest meeting, announcing instead that interest rates will remain...
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How to make a new city feel like home

07 March 2024
Moving house is among the top five life stressors and even more so when the move is not just from one house to another, but to a new city or country. In another article, we discussed how the 80:20 pri...
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The Impact of the Repo Rate on Your Home Loan

09 February 2024
If you hold any kind of debt, it is important to keep a close eye on interest rates: as interest rates go up, so do your monthly repayments. The interest rate that your bank charges is based on the re...
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How to choose fencing that’ll increase property value

08 February 2024
Should I choose fences or walls when setting up a perimeter around my home? And which of these options will add value to my property? The answer depends on personal taste and preference as well as bud...
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