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First-timers give areas faceliftRenewed interest in property on the part of first-time buyers is spurring wholesale upgrading in areas that had become run down or neglected.Upmarket not always best valueInvestors and homeowners who shunned older, lower- to middle-income areas in favour of luxury, upmarket suburbs may have lost out on some spectacular capital gains last year. By Joan MullerHomebuying tips: Maximising your investment this season As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, the autumn season presents a unique opportunity for home buyers in South Africa. With lower competition and a variety of properties available, this is the perfect time to invest in your dream home.