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Articles published in April 2009

 
Orman buys luxurious Jhb apartment
01 Apr 2009
World-renowned personal finance guru Suze Orman has recently bought a home in SA – an apartment in the über-luxury The Cliffs development in Northcliff, Johannesburg.
Renting with a (beneficial) twist
01 Apr 2009
It is hard to believe that a tenant would foot the bill for a state-of-the-art pool complete with special jets just so that his children could boogie board at home.
Construction starts at CT project
01 Apr 2009
Construction on a recently-launched lifestyle development in Cape Town's Muizenburg has commenced and the civil works will be completed by end of March.
FNB House Price Index down 7,8%
01 Apr 2009
The year-on-year (y/y) decline in the FNB House Price Index continued in March to the tune of -7,8%, much as expected, down from a February revised rate of -6,2%. I-Net Bridge
Melrose Arch offices tenancies grow
01 Apr 2009
Office tenancies in Johannesburg's Melrose Arch continue at strong levels with over 80,000sq m of commercial offices let.
60% of Tyger Valley office park let
01 Apr 2009
Sixty percent of Avanti Office Park in the Tyger Valley area of the Western Cape has already been let.
Retail section opens at CT project
01 Apr 2009
The retail component of Eden on the Bay, a new mixed-use development situated on Bloubergstrand's Big Bay Beach, opened its doors for the first time recently.
Analysing occupational rent
01 Apr 2009
Purchasing a new property can be both the most exciting moment in life and the most stressful, particularly when hidden and unexpected costs claim another chunk out of the budget.
New Mauritius project to launch
02 Apr 2009
A new residential development is set to be launched on the West Coast of Mauritius.
Sectional title Q & A
02 Apr 2009
Prof. Graham Paddock, a sectional title expert, fields some wide-ranging, thorny but not uncommon sectional title questions from readers.
March median house prices fall 1,5%
02 Apr 2009
The Standard Bank median house price index (smoothed) decreased by 1,5% year-on-year (y/y) in March, following declines of 3,6% y/y in January and 2% y/y in February, the latest Standard Bank property gauge showed on Wednesday. I-Net Bridge
Jhb's YMCA building goes mixed-use
02 Apr 2009
The historic YMCA building in Braamfontein is currently being converted into a biggest mixed-use development.
OMIGPI creates team to spur growth
02 Apr 2009
Old Mutual Investment Group Property Investments (OMIGPI) has embarked on creating a centralised fund management team as a key part of reaching growth targets.
CT biz property for sale at R5,2m
02 Apr 2009
A commercial property set on 511sq m in Hope Street in Cape Town's Gardens area has come onto the market at R5,2m.
Build a built-in braai
02 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/ShowSectionArticles_Full.aspx?articleid=3556" style="color:blue;font-weight:bold;font-size:11px;">Janice Anderssen</a> shows how one can fix that wobbly braai by making a...
How to cover your windows
02 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/ShowSectionArticles_Full.aspx?articleid=3556" style="color:black;"><u>Janice Anderssen</u></a> gives a short outline of the various types of blinds and curtains you might...
Beware the inexperienced developer
02 Apr 2009
The tough market conditions have shown that there is a wide variety of ethical standards among developers as regards the quality of their projects and whom they employ.
Safeguarding your home
02 Apr 2009
As the crime threat continues, more and more home owners across the country, especially those in more affluent areas, are resorting to more drastic security measures to safeguard their properties and families. But even those security measures...
Grasping sect. title quorum rules
03 Apr 2009
I was recently requested to chair the Annual General Meeting of a local KwaZulu-Natal sectional title body corporate.
Jhb North project almost sold out
03 Apr 2009
Nearly all the units have been sold in an entry-level sectional title development in Douglasdale, an upmarket suburb in the northwest of Johannesburg, since its launch in October 2008. By Eugene Brink
What is Fish Hoek's entry-level?
03 Apr 2009
The entry-level for Cape Town's Fish Hoek now stands at around R450k for a one-bedroomed apartment, while top-end apartments can fetch R1,5m.
First-time buyers swing market
03 Apr 2009
The action in the property market has clearly swung to the lower and lower middle income categories, where first-time buyers are now much in evidence.
B-grade CT building to let
03 Apr 2009
A four-storey B-grade building has become available to let in Cape Town's Loop Street and the owner is prepared to upgrade to the tenant's requirements.
PE a key hospitality property hub
03 Apr 2009
Port Elizabeth is a key regional hub for hospitality property with the potential to greatly benefit from significant future economic growth.
Rawson sells ten franchises
03 Apr 2009
On several occasions this year Tony Clarke, MD of Rawson Properties, has warned his group's franchisees against adopting a recessionary mindset.
Redefine gets acquisitions nod
03 Apr 2009
Redefine Income Fund linked unitholders on Thursday voted in favour of the company's acquisition of ApexHi Properties and Madison Property Fund Managers, taking this landmark transaction for the property sector one step closer to conclusion....
New Pta headquarters for department
03 Apr 2009
The Department of Health's new environmentally-friendly headquarters in Pretoria's CBD is being constructed at a cost of R580m.
Pointers for sellers in down market
03 Apr 2009
There's no doubt about the difficulties in the property market, but given the will and an educated approach the obstacles can be countered to some extent by the seller playing a far greater role.
Rental market growing in Overberg
06 Apr 2009
As many would-be home-owners struggle to obtain mortgages amid current market conditions, the demand for rental properties in the Western Cape's Boland and Overberg regions is growing well.
Investor sentiment on the rebound
06 Apr 2009
While housing data released by major banks this week offer little hope of a property price recovery in 2009, it appears that market sentiment is finally on the mend.
Buyer appeal in Pta east suburbs
06 Apr 2009
Residential suburbs near the industrial nodes of Silverton and Waltloo, to the east of Pretoria, are attracting buyers looking for upmarket properties that offer good value for money.
Landskroon farm for sale
06 Apr 2009
Landskroon, an historical farm located on the Cape wine route 60km from Cape Town, is on the market.
W Cape govt tackles climate change
06 Apr 2009
The Western Cape provincial government has introduced a new initiative to deal with climate change and reduce greenhouse gasses.
IEASA aims to outlaw accreditation
06 Apr 2009
The Institute of Estate Agents (IEASA) is taking on the practice of 'accreditation' which gives selected agents exclusive property marketing rights in some security complexes and estates.
Sell it with kerb appeal
06 Apr 2009
A large percentage of buyers will decide whether or not to look inside a house based on the view they see when they drive past or arrive for a show day. Remember the buyer will look at everything very carefully before buying, as a home is...
Scary house designs
06 Apr 2009
Controversial columnist <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/GuestExperts_Default_Full.aspx?articleid=7542" style="color:black;"><u>Paddy Hartdegen</u></a> mulls over some of the shoddy architecture we see nowadays and wonders what's...
So watt, save electricity
06 Apr 2009
Everyone needs to focus on saving as much money as possible during the current economic times and one of the first places to start should be with your electricity bill – not only will this be good for your pocket, but it is also good for the...
Umhlanga property still in demand
07 Apr 2009
Seafront property in KwaZulu-Natal's Umhlanga area is continuing to attract buyer interest.
Buy-to-let investors under strain
07 Apr 2009
Withholding body corporate levies because of personal financial strain places the building in a precarious fiscal position, while jeopardising the property investment and its long-term viability.
Brand new town 22km from Pretoria
07 Apr 2009
A massive property development that will create a whole new town 22km to the north-west of Pretoria will soon get under way on 450ha of land restored in 1998 to the Rama community that had been forcibly removed during the apartheid years.
Inventing the future
07 Apr 2009
Dulux, leads the way in innovation, with the launch of a cutting edge device that is changing the face of home decorating world-wide.
How to cover your windows
07 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/ShowSectionArticles_Full.aspx?articleid=3556" style="color:black;"><u>Janice Anderssen</u></a> gives a short outline of the various types of blinds and curtains you might...
Luxury shows signs of distress
08 Apr 2009
Although luxury properties form a relatively small part of the distressed residential market, tighter credit, rising unemployment, negative investor sentiment and falling house prices are starting to take their toll.
Two new projects on go in Newtown
08 Apr 2009
The derelict - but historically important - Potato Shed and Transport House in Newtown will be saved. Plans include a mall, a hotel, offices, apartments and an open square. By Emily Visser
March oobarometer shows 4.2% drop
08 Apr 2009
The March oobarometer price index shows a decrease of 4.2% in year-on-year house prices.
Luminescent brilliance
08 Apr 2009
Stained glass is a craft that dates back to the 1600s, where it was exclusively used to portray religious images and to elaborately decorate churches and places of worship. By Antonella Dési
Rooftop therapy
08 Apr 2009
We have all heard about slate, thatch, tiled and even flat concrete roofs, but what about green roofs? By Antonella Dési
R98.3m Klerksdorp housing project
09 Apr 2009
The North West Local Government and Housing is expected to provide 2000 housing units to families living in Extension 3 and 22 in the Matlosana Local Municipality. By Kagiso Metswamere, BuaNews
Better prices, worse affordability
09 Apr 2009
Banks' tighter lending policies mean that the average buyer now needs a hefty R215 000 in cash reserves to afford the average priced house of R775 559. By Joan Muller
Saldanha/Vredenburg offers bargains
09 Apr 2009
The Cape West Coast's Saldahna and Vredenburg areas offer home buyers excellent value for money while the recent opening of the new West Coast Mall has given the area a welcome boost.
Rebrand for OTE
09 Apr 2009
After 11 years in existence, industry trade-body the Organisation for Timeshare in Europe (OTE) has changed its name to the Resort Development Organisation (RDO), which it says is reflective of "developments in the vacation ownership industry"...
Drop in building plan submissions
09 Apr 2009
A recent report detailing a significant decrease in the number of building plans over the last review period is bad news for the city's rates generation and those working in the construction industry, but is good news for the local property...
2,000 houses to be built in NW
14 Apr 2009
Two thousand housing units are set to be built in Extension 3 and 22 in the Matlosana Local Municipality in North West. By Kagiso Metswamere, BuaNews
These are Knysna entry-level prices
14 Apr 2009
Current market entry in Knysna is R600k for a one-bed apartment, R800k for a two-bedroom apartment, R1,3m for a non-view townhouse, R1,6m for a lagoon-view townhouse and between R1,6m to R2m for a free-standing residence.
UK market starting to recover
14 Apr 2009
Bank of England figures reveal that February's approvals for house purchases – 37,937, up from 31,791 in January – is well above the six-month average of 31,500 and the highest level since May last year.
Public works and fictional owners
14 Apr 2009
Controversial columnist Paddy Hartdegen goes fictional as he writes about buildings with non-existent owners and government departments not doing their work.
Colour your child's room
14 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/ShowSectionArticles_Full.aspx?articleid=3556" style="color:blue;font-weight:bold;font-size:11px;">Janice Anderssen</a> shows how kids bedrooms can be fun and colourful.
Stand size, layout affect value
14 Apr 2009
People buying stands should not make the mistake of thinking that a large piece of land will always be more valuable than a smaller one. In fact, the opposite is often true.
Get building plans in early
14 Apr 2009
For those who are keen to start building their own home, now might be a good time because building costs are dropping - but it is important to remember that there is much red tape and paperwork to get through before being able to lay the first...
More tips for sellers
14 Apr 2009
Sellers acceptance of offers to purchase a year or so ago was usually a mere formality with few hitches, but in today's environment, sellers need to be on high alert when entertaining offers to purchase.
Get some packing tips
14 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert Janice Anderssen gives some useful information to ensure that your belongings get there in one piece!
Your job influences bond application
15 Apr 2009
Major banks' attitude toward home loan applications is toughening to the point where they now, as a matter of policy, include the evaluation of the type of profession in their assessment of the risk profile of the applicant.
Southern Suburbs taking a beating
15 Apr 2009
The property market in Cape Town's Southern Suburbs is certainly taking a beating.
SA golf estate sector blooming
15 Apr 2009
During the past five years there has been significant growth in the residential golf estate sector in South Africa, says a leading property figure.
Jhb retire village almost completed
15 Apr 2009
A R200m retirement village on the banks of Sandton's Sandspruit River has entered the final phase of its construction.
Investors' property share increases
15 Apr 2009
A trend is now developing where investors have well over one third of their investments in property.
'SA a property investment hotspot'
15 Apr 2009
So says Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, chairman of Dubai World, attended the recent opening of the new Kerzner International's One & Only luxury hotel in Cape Town, of which his company is the main equity partner.
Constantia home on market at R34m
15 Apr 2009
A 1,000sq m Constantia home with price tag of R34m has just come on to the market.
To thatch or not to thatch?
15 Apr 2009
A well-made thatch roof which is exposed to the sun and given a chance to dry out will last 40 to 60 years, provided that it is serviced.
Gain by not fearing this tax
15 Apr 2009
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is still a deterrent to investors looking to venture into property, but it shouldn't be.
'Don't make capitalism scapegoat'
16 Apr 2009
An aspect of the current global downtown that annoys him greatly is that those with left wing leanings are using the situation to discredit capitalism, says a Cape property developer.
Feb build plans passed down 44,2%
16 Apr 2009
The value of recorded building plans passed at constant 2005 prices in South Africa in February fell 44,2% year-on-year (y/y) from a revised drop of 53,7% (52,4%) y/y in January, data by Statistics South Africa showed on Wednesday. I-Net Bridge
KZN varsity gets R75,5m expansion
16 Apr 2009
The University of Zululand is expanding with the construction of a new City Campus having commenced in Richards Bay.
Louis Trichardt: Prices and trends
16 Apr 2009
Freehold homes in the Louis Trichardt suburbs are currently selling for between R800k and R1,4m, while sectional title units in the R1m to R1,4m bracket are selling well.
Large Sandhurst mansion on market
16 Apr 2009
A mansion in Sandhurst, north of Johannesburg - set on a gargantuan 3,000sq m and 1,000sqm under roof - is currently on the market at R20m.
Jhb properties on auction 17/04
16 Apr 2009
Several luxury residential properties – both completed and under construction – is to go under the hammer in a liquidation sale on Friday 17 April.
Upgrades for leisure project
16 Apr 2009
A finance group has bought West Coast developer Gert Joubert's new hotel, spa and country club at Shelley Point and is immediately going ahead with extensions and new facilities.
Property buyers in a good position
16 Apr 2009
A leading property expert gives buyers some advice and analyses the residential market conditions.
Electrical compliance made simple
16 Apr 2009
New rulings regarding the issuing of electrical compliance certificates for residential properties, which will come into effect from the 1st of May, will simplify the demands made on sellers and buyers of residential property.
Calm your home, calm your nerves
16 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert Janice Anderssen shows how to make your home healthier and you happier by doing some uncluttering and remooding.
Market's top-end also suffering now
17 Apr 2009
Nominal prices in the big-house segment of the market (221 to 400sq m) are showing the worst decline in 23 years. By Elma Kloppers, Sake24
Demystifying special levies
17 Apr 2009
We are diligent, we budget and we know how much we have in the kitty – so when special levies are raised, they often hit us like an unexpected ton of bricks. So find out more about their legal side.
Upmarket apartments built in CT
17 Apr 2009
Construction at a new, upmarket 20-storey serviced apartment block on the corner of Cape Town's Pepper, Loop and Long Streets is well underway.
Orange Farm to get new soccer pitch
17 Apr 2009
Orange Farm will have a new artificial football pitch by October, thanks to FIFA's World Cup legacy programme. By Ndaba Dlamini, BuaNews
East Rand good bet for buy-to-let
17 Apr 2009
Although the East Rand has not traditionally been regarded as an investment hot spot, developers say that areas such as Boksburg offer buy-to-let investors far better returns over the next two to three years than Johannesburg's northern suburbs....
Pietermaritzburg 40% down in sales
17 Apr 2009
The torpedoing by the major banks of consumer expectations of home loan finance has led to the approximate 40% decline in Pietermaritzburg's residential property sales.
Bank financing still a problem
17 Apr 2009
Three interest rate cuts since December have failed as yet to have any real impact on the residential market, and the reason for this is still the banks' much criticised reluctance to engage with the bond market.
Survey: property search preferences
17 Apr 2009
Property24 is doing a survey to find out more about people's online search preferences in order to enhance the user's experience.
Facelift your wooden floor
17 Apr 2009
Sanding and lacquering old floorboards can transform the appearance of any room. And if you take your time over the job, you will have utterly beautiful floors for years to come. By Antonella Dési
Lending criteria dampens market
17 Apr 2009
Inexperienced, unsupervised estate agents and the banks tightening on home loan lending have proven a near deadly combination to the country's destabilising residential property prices.
Harcourts makes rapid inroads in the Cape
17 Apr 2009
Five independent agencies in the Western Cape have signed up to join the burgeoning Harcourts group in the past month and another four will soon swell their ranks.
Colliers ranked among top 100
17 Apr 2009
Colliers International, the global real estate services firm, has been included in The 2009 Global Outsourcing 100 list, which recognises the world's best outsourcing service providers and advisors.
Self-employed and need a bond?
20 Apr 2009
The banks have become a lot more cautious when assessing self-employed mortgage bond applicants. By Tess Rodrigues
R1-R12m for full-title in S'bosch
20 Apr 2009
Full-title homes in Stellenbosch currently range in price from around R1m to R12m.
Centurion drawing first-time buyers
20 Apr 2009
Centurion's plethora of sectional title properties has been drawing a steady stream of buy-to-let investors and first-time buyers in recent years.
CT Deeds Office: What's wrong?
20 Apr 2009
What is going on at the Cape Town Deeds Office? This question is being asked by Tony Clarke of Rawson Properties
78-erf estate launched in S'bosch
20 Apr 2009
A new residential estate has been launched just 7 km outside of Stellenbosch.
Umhlanga office block to be launched
20 Apr 2009
A new sectional title office development is set to be launched in Umhlanga on 7 May.
Not too shabby
20 Apr 2009
Shabby chic decor is a comfortable and casual way of decorating, with its foundation firmly entrenched in glamorous days gone by. It is easy living at its best and defined by vintage accessories, over-stuffed, über comfy sofas, distressed wooden...
Golden rules for buying
20 Apr 2009
There are some golden rules to follow when buying property – in any market.
Calm your home, calm your nerves
20 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert Janice Anderssen shows how to make your home healthier and you happier by doing some uncluttering and remooding.
Sports to boost foreign ownership
21 Apr 2009
A whole list of successfully managed international sports events has proved to the world that South Africa is a safe haven for this type of activity – and this is bound to have spin-offs for the local property market.
Letting becoming more popular
21 Apr 2009
A surprising number of homeowners are opting now to let their homes rather than to put them on the market and the reasons for this are not difficult to understand, says a leading property figure.
Windfalls, pitfalls of rent-to-own
21 Apr 2009
With banks now insisting on large deposits before granting home loans, many buyers are looking at other purchase options, including rent-to-own agreements.
Properties fetch nearly R60m
21 Apr 2009
Several luxury residential properties, both completed and under construction, fetched nearly R60m at an auction in Johannesburg on Friday.
Group expands with 3 African hotels
21 Apr 2009
The Rezidor Hotel Group recently announced it will be expanding its African portfolio with three more Radisson Blu hotels and resorts in Zambia, Angola and Tunisia.
WC industrial estate bought for R94m
21 Apr 2009
An industrial estate in Somerset West has been acquired for R94m and involves a total of 17,500sq m now available for letting.
Land: Seize chance to stop grabs
21 Apr 2009
Controversial columnist <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/GuestExperts_Default_Full.aspx?articleid=7542" style="color:black;"><u>Paddy Hartdegen</u></a> speaks his mind on the dangers of land invasions, the proper channels for...
Landlords might not be able to sue
21 Apr 2009
Landlords with mortgage bonds registered over their rental properties may have unwittingly surrendered their right to sue defaulting tenants for unpaid rent without even knowing it.
Sellers should still be careful
21 Apr 2009
The 1% drop in interest rates has already had a stimulatory effect on the housing market, but sellers should not take this as a signal to start holding out for higher prices.
PMB prices down, but…
23 Apr 2009
Properties in Pietermaritzburg have come down in price but many potential buyers are unable to take advantage of the price cuts due to strict bank lending protocols.
Kempton mid-segment resurgent
23 Apr 2009
The renewed confidence in the Kempton Park property market is translating into better sales in the middle segment of the market, which simmered down towards the end of last year.
Gated Fresnaye project being built
23 Apr 2009
A new gated residential development is being built on the slopes of Cape Town's Upper Fresnaye.
Don't ignore property cycles
23 Apr 2009
Residential property should be a long-term investment and those who go into it for short-term gains are ignoring its fundamental cyclic nature, says a leading property figure.
Economy boon to these KZN towns
23 Apr 2009
The demand for property in northern KwaZulu-Natal towns such as Dundee and Glencoe is holding its own, thanks to lower prices and diversification of the local economy.
What are Plett's prices?
23 Apr 2009
Entry-level prices for freehold properties in Plett are currently around R1,4m for a three-bed, two-bathroom house and about R670k for a two-bed, two-bath unit approximately 100sqm in extent.
No land claim on KZN resort
23 Apr 2009
In a landmark land claim resolution spanning more than two years, Blythedale Coastal Resort on KwaZulu-Natal's North Coast has been given the green light by the Regional Land Claims Commission.
Door your headboard!
23 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert <a href="http://www.property24.com/Property24/Hub/ShowSectionArticles_Full.aspx?articleid=3556" style="color:black;"><u>Janice Anderssen</u></a> shows how to easily add a headboard by using an old door.
Tips when signing property document
23 Apr 2009
Those signing a property-related legal document, e.g. a Deed of Sale, will find that they are required to initial every page and any alterations made on the page.
Buying? Inspect for defects
23 Apr 2009
Beware the Voetstoots clause when buying a property and make sure you inspect the property for defects before signing anything.
Why agents should protect sellers
23 Apr 2009
Those selling property, particularly residential property, are often not aware that their agent is obliged legally and ethically to act primarily in their interest.
More affordable housing for CT
24 Apr 2009
Another affordable housing project is planned for Cape Town. Now in the suburb Rugby.
3 CT retirement projects planned
24 Apr 2009
Three new Cape Town lifestyle developments are planned in Rondebosch, Claremont and Hout Bay.
Thinking of buying in Germiston?
24 Apr 2009
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom Germiston home with double garage currently go for between R750k and R800k.
Development strong in Hatfield
24 Apr 2009
Though the rate of new development has slowed dramatically in most parts of the country on the back of the economic downturn, Hatfield in Pretoria remains a relative hive of residential and corporate activity.
Hermanus values down, demand good
24 Apr 2009
There has been a 20% drop in values in Hermanus, but demand remains fairly strong.
Growthpoint gets 3rd blue-chip tenant
24 Apr 2009
Growthpoint Properties, the largest listed property company in South Africa, has secured a third blue chip tenant for its Century City office portfolio.
Making sense
24 Apr 2009
To experience the word around us, we use five basic senses – sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch. Although we use these every day, we often neglect to include them into our home decor. By Antonella Dési
On fire
24 Apr 2009
As the months begin to get a little chillier, it is natural that we start thinking of ways to keep our homes warm and cosy to cope with the onslaught of winter. A fireplace is a great option – it looks good, adds value and can create a...
Dealing with defaulting tenants
24 Apr 2009
The number of tenants who are defaulting on rental obligations are on the rise, which necessitates buy-to-let owners to act quickly against non-payers, says Michelle Dickens, MD of credit bureau Tenant Profile Network (TPN). By Joan Muller
Rate cuts benefit Centurion
28 Apr 2009
The recent interest rate cuts of 2,5 percentage points is having a gradual, but positive effect on Centurion's townhouse-dominated market.
60% of 1st Lydenburg estate sold
28 Apr 2009
...and about 40% are already being developed by owner occupiers.
Constantia gets security development
28 Apr 2009
A new boutique security development situated in the Constantia winelands has reached completion.
PnP opens more stores in Soweto
28 Apr 2009
South African retailer Pick n Pay (PNP) has opened its fifth and sixth Pick n Pay stores in Soweto, underscoring the group's growing market share in the area.
Moz hotel industry grows by 12% pa
28 Apr 2009
Mozambique is rapidly becoming a magnet for tourists, particularly those from Southern Africa, Europe and the United States.
Minister to SA's housing needs!
28 Apr 2009
Controversial columninist Paddy hartdegen writes an open letter to SA's new housing minister, whoever that might be.
Beware the pushy buyer
28 Apr 2009
It's definitely a buyers' market in the real estate sector right now – but that does not mean that sellers have to put up with being exploited.
Many homes not insured against fire
28 Apr 2009
Some 240 fires have broken out in the Greater Cape Town area this year and although these have resulted in the total destruction of only a few homes, many others have been badly damaged.
Door your headboard!
28 Apr 2009
Home décor and DIY expert Janice Anderssen shows how to easily add a headboard by using an old door.
Dbn project to house 100,000 people
29 Apr 2009
The Cornubia mixed-use housing development in Durban, to built on sugar cane land partly owned by Tongaat Hulett at a cost of around R4,6bn, would eventually provide homes for more than 100,000 people.
Furniture store coming to Hazeldean
29 Apr 2009
A new Sevens furniture store which will incorporate a Pappachino's family restaurant is being built in the Hazeldean precinct to the east of Pretoria.
Alex shopping centre fully let
29 Apr 2009
Retailers have rented space in the new Pan Africa shopping centre in Alexandra, north east of Johannesburg, with gusto. By Elma Kloppers, Sake24
Bringing indoors out
29 Apr 2009
Relaxing outdoors with family and friends on a clear autumn night, listening to the crackling of the nearby warm fire and dinner sizzling on the braai, is pure bliss. By Antonella Dési
The real cost of buying a house
29 Apr 2009
Buying a house is probably the most important investment you will ever make, but it can also be a costly business. Find out how costly...
Tips to find right agent
29 Apr 2009
Selecting the "right agent" to sell your home in the current market is a potential minefield, especially given the wide choice of agents and their ravenous competition for good well-priced stock.
Tying the knot? Get contract right
29 Apr 2009
People about to marry should realise that the choice of the marriage contract which they enter into can have important implications regarding the ownership of the properties owned by one or both of the marriage partners.
Should you go private or via agent?
29 Apr 2009
Savings in commission are an incentive to sell a home privately but the decision of whether or not to use an estate agent should be carefully considered.
Capital Gains Tax explained
29 Apr 2009
There are still some potential property investors who are reluctant to commit themselves to a property purchase because they have the idea that the capital gains on property are more severely taxed than other profits.
What's happening in rental market?
30 Apr 2009
Although the permanent rental market remains buoyant, the type of property and the price range available has been affected by the economic downturn in the market.
R1m a popular Fishhoek price
30 Apr 2009
Fishhoek properties priced around R1m are proving the most popular currently and showhouse interest is increasing slightly.
Is sect. title complex covered?
30 Apr 2009
The first thing newly elected trustees should do is to vote for a chairperson and the second thing is to check their complex's insurance. How so? By Mike Addison
WC estate launches 16 units
30 Apr 2009
Sixteen cul de sac homes in the Hemel en Aarde Country Club estate, situated between the Western Cape towns of Onrus and Hermanus, have come onto the market.
How SA market will benefit from '10
30 Apr 2009
With the 2010 Soccer World Cup drawing closer, there's much debate as to the real spin-offs this major event will have for South Africa.
Loans still high after rate cut
30 Apr 2009
Tito Mboweni gave homeowners further relief on Thursday when he cut the interest rate by another 100 basis points to 8,5%. By Eugene Brink and I-Net Bridge
Balfour Park tightens up security
30 Apr 2009
Balfour Park Shopping Centre has recently taken proactive steps to tighten security in and around the centre.
Tenant hires entire CT office block
30 Apr 2009
An insurance brokerage has taken a five-year lease on the entire Lighthouse office block, a standalone building allowing for a strong corporate identity, in Century City's prestigious Central Park precinct.
Doing away with damp
30 Apr 2009
The condensation of water vapour leads to dampness in your flat or townhouse and as we all know, dampness is nothing but bad news. Learn all about it and how to combat it.
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