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Clairwood residents raise concerns over proposed logistics park rezoning
Residents of Clairwood express their concerns regarding the eThekwini Municipality’s proposal to rezone their suburb into a logistics park, citing inadequate communication and the need for further consultation.
Is your property stuck on the market? You may need to rethink the price
Here are the hidden reasons why your property might be struggling to sell - and how to rectify common pricing mistakes that could be costing you more than just time.
Will the SA Reserve Bank cut interest rates again this November?
The upcoming interest rate decision could usher in a new chapter for prospective buyers and sellers.
Should you stay or should you go? Signs it might be time to sell
Homeowners who may be debating when is the right time to sell should think about the reasons that they want to sell.
Why is your home not selling? Common pricing mistakes homeowners need to avoid
Selling you property? This is how you can attract potential buyers in the changing market.
Navigating property transfers - how to avoid costly delays
Potential property buyers need to have a budget for transfer costs, but here are a few other tips to make the transfer less stressful.
Western Cape the preferred location for homeowners who switch provinces
Homeowners that are switching province are choosing to move to the Western Cape.
Selling your property: Four ways you can set yourself up for success
Your home is a huge investment, so you need to take the necessary steps to give yourself the best chance to succeed when it comes to selling your property.
Diepsloot resident fumes over R100,000 water bill after neighbours illegal connections
Sixty-year-old alleged that his neighbour’s water supply was connected to his, because when he turned off his own supply, his neighbour’s water also stopped.
Timing the market - do you know when you should buy or sell property?
The right timing when it comes to buying or selling property can offer many advantages to those in the property market.
Women dominating SA’s property market, here’s what they are looking for
Women first-time buyers outnumber their male counterparts and what they want from a property is completely different too.
It’s still a buyer’s market, but property sellers shouldn’t lose hope
The current South African property market is a buyer’s market, but there is still some hope for people looking to sell.
Struggling to sell your property? What to consider before you put it on rent
People should think about renting out their properties if they are struggling to sell.
Selling your house? Disclose all defects or it could or face the consequences later
Property sellers should be aware of the financial or legal consequences if they do not disclose any property defects to buyers.
Use these tips to swiftly sell your property and get it off the market
There are several factors that may stand in the way of you selling your property but they can be fixed.
Forget the buyers market - here’s how you can sell your property
In different areas, buyers are able to pick and choose from a wide selection of options that you as a seller has to compete with.
WATCH: The latest in luxury home trends
Luxury homes are the epitome of aspirational living, and this year there are five key trends shaping the home market, Picture: Supplied
2024 property market: It is not only about interest rates
A number of other significant factors are on the horizon for South Africa’s property market this year.
High interest rates, living costs force more homeowners to sell
Financial pressure-induced sales remain elevated at 25 percent of total volumes.
Estate agents: The right – and wrong, ways to deal with them
The only time that your relationship with any agent becomes exclusive is after signing the offer to purchase or lease agreement.
Homeowners must hang on tight as SA reaches top of interest rate rollercoaster
Now is a good time for property buyers to take the plunge as rates are expected to remain steady and then come down.
Why people in large, beautiful homes choose to stay in decaying suburbs
Some homeowners have their reasons for continuing to live in derelict suburbs, but others just don’t have a choice.
DIY home renovations: These are the projects to tackle and avoid
Home renovations have continued increasing since the Covid pandemic as people now see their properties as more than just the places they eat and sleep.
Be careful where you buy a home – you’ll be stuck in that area
While your budget will have a lot of influence on the area you choose to buy a home in, there are many other factors to take into account.
Buying, selling a vacant home: All the pros and cons, dos and don’ts
More sellers are being forced to move out of their properties before finalising a sale, leaving buyers to view empty homes.