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Articles published in December 2009

 
Sect. title: All about chairperson
01 Dec 2009
Find out more about the role, powers, election and removal of a chairperson in a sectional title scheme.
Sect. title: Dispute Bill published
01 Dec 2009
The Bill establishes a dispute resolution service for all "community schemes", including sectional title and share block schemes. Read more. . .
Kya Sands business park gets tenants
01 Dec 2009
Several development sites in Investec Property's Cosmo Business Park in the Kya Sands industrial node have been taken up by commercial companies.
CT's Claremont to get new shop centre
01 Dec 2009
A new neighbourhood shopping centre, anchored by the largest convenience Woolworths Food store in the Western Cape, is to be built on a prime site in Claremont.
How to determine realistic price
01 Dec 2009
The key factor when it comes to property investments is realistic pricing. But what does this mean and how is a realistic price determined?
Nov FNB house price index up 2%
01 Dec 2009
The FNB House Price Index showed renewed year-on-year (y/y) house price inflation in November.
Home business: What about VAT?
01 Dec 2009
There is some confusion about VAT obligations when selling a residential property that is also used as the premises of the owner's VAT-registered business.
Median house prices down 4,5% y/y
01 Dec 2009
There are signs that the residential property market has turned the corner and that interest in residential property is returning.
Affordability vital in 2010
02 Dec 2009
The property market's recovery will not become full-blown until a number of factors fit into place.
Extending a sect. title unit
02 Dec 2009
Extending the boundaries or floor area of a sectional unit might seem simple, but there are several requirements.
The A, B, C of painting
02 Dec 2009
No amount of quality craftsmanship "behind the scenes" can hide the fact that the property hasn't been painted for at least 15 years. By Rob Paddock
Nurture the tree, reap the fruit
02 Dec 2009
Properly caring for your fruit trees will guarantee an abundance of fruit for the whole family to enjoy every year.
Cacti in the garden: A thorny issue
02 Dec 2009
Cacti can become a very interesting and beautiful part of your garden, and they are exceptionally water-wise and relatively maintenance free.
Dealing with recalcitrant tenants
02 Dec 2009
Landlords are protected against non-paying tenants – but the legal process can be time consuming. Get some tips on the correct procedures to follow.
New bond required with this transfer
02 Dec 2009
Those living in primary residences are allowed to transfer the ownership from companies, CCs or trusts into their own name without paying transfer duty or capital gains tax (CGT). But is it too good to be true?
Why it's important when AGM is held
02 Dec 2009
Find out what the financial consequences are when a sectional title scheme doesn't hold its AGM four months after the year-end.
SA faring well on a global scale
03 Dec 2009
The SA property market is performing well compared to other global markets and the World Cup will affect the real estate market over the long term.
Buy-to-let still in doldrums
03 Dec 2009
Housing sales are on the rise, but buy-to-let investors are unlikely to return to the market anytime soon.
Ambassador's residence on auction 10/12
03 Dec 2009
The former residence of the Dutch ambassador in Cape Town will under go the hammer on Thursday 10 December.
More construction woes expected
03 Dec 2009
Building companies which struggled to survive during 2009 will feel more pain over the December shutdown.
Sellers, beware of expired mandates!
03 Dec 2009
Sellers need to be aware that even after a mandate expires, they could still be held liable for commission claims by an estate agent.
Tips on how best to get a bond
03 Dec 2009
Banks are once again offering 100% loans, so get some practical tips on how to get a bond.
Avoid prop blunders with home business
03 Dec 2009
If you're going to turn your garage into a shop or serve teas on your front veranda, for example, you'll need the relevant retail or trading licence.
Levy increases vital to build reserves
03 Dec 2009
Regular maintenance is essential for any sectional title complex to stay neat and presentable, while preventing bigger and more expensive problems from occurring.
Why 2010 will still be tough
04 Dec 2009
Those South African property watchers who are predicting significantly improved conditions in 2010 are by and large unrealistic.
CT CBD apartments almost completed
04 Dec 2009
Six, the only residential development currently being built in the Cape Town CBD, is nearing completion.
Rental market continues to improve
04 Dec 2009
Last month's reported improvement in the letting market is continuing at a greater pace than before.
5-star hotel opens in Century City
04 Dec 2009
The five-star Crystal Towers Hotel & Spa opened at Century City this week in time for the 2010 FIFA World Cup draw.
Harcourts makes a splash in Durban
04 Dec 2009
Harcourts has converted five former Homenet offices in Durban to the global brand.
Slumlord Abandoning Building Corporation
04 Dec 2009
Paddy has a dig at the SABC for allowing its Cape Town building to go to the dogs, and offers his own remedies for addressing the problem of slum buildings.
Reduce your carbon footprint
04 Dec 2009
Intelligent building elements can help reduce reliance on natural resources and they needn't break the bank.
The benefits these transfers hold
04 Dec 2009
The transfer of property from close corporations, companies and trusts to individuals hold huge capital gains benefits.
Aida opens in Port Elizabeth
04 Dec 2009
SA's best-known property group Aida has affirmed its confidence in the Nelson Mandela metropole property market by opening a new office in Port Elizabeth.
New Midlands Office for Tyson Properties
04 Dec 2009
The award winning Tyson Properties group has spread its wings to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, opening its first office outside the greater Durban area this month.
House prices growing faster
07 Dec 2009
Nominal year-on-year (y/y) house price growth in the South African housing market picked up further in November 2009.
Coastal bargains abound this year
07 Dec 2009
Holidaymakers who are flocking to the coast and contemplating the possibility of buying a holiday home, will find that there are a lot more bargains to be had this year.
Craft some gifts this Christmas
07 Dec 2009
Handmade holiday decorations are not only less costly, they're perceived as more meaningful as well.
Dbn landmarks on display
07 Dec 2009
Read all about a new exhibition at the Durban Art Gallery that showcases an interesting array of the city's most magnificent architectural landmarks.
Be careful with debt consolidation
07 Dec 2009
Consolidating your debt into your mortgage loan is not new, but those considering this route should take some factors into account.
Westville houses in short supply
08 Dec 2009
There seems to be consensus among agents in Durban's Westville that available houses in the area are in very short supply at the moment. Find out more about trend in the area. . .
FNB Building Confidence down slightly
08 Dec 2009
The quarterly FNB Building Confidence Index dropped from a value of 32 in 3Q 2009 to 28 in 4Q 2009. Read more. . .
Chic in Jozi
08 Dec 2009
Property 24 speaks to quirky local writing celebrity, Nikki Temkin, author of Chic Jozi, about her hometown and her home, and what makes them so special.
Construction starts at Knysna estate
09 Dec 2009
Construction of infrastructure has begun at a 250-unit lifestyle estate which caters for a growing demand for retirement accommodation.
Boschendal properties fetch millions
09 Dec 2009
Three properties that form part of the Boschendal wine estate fetched R43m at an auction on Wednesday.
Dbn Waterfront to get lifestyle centre?
09 Dec 2009
The Durban Point Waterfront is well positioned to sustain a 44,000sqm entertainment and lifestyle shopping centre, a new study shows.
How to get rid of pet odours
09 Dec 2009
Keeping your home smelling fresh when you have a young, untrained dog or cat can be a real challenge. Here are some helpful tips to make the job a little easier.
Sticky it out with design
09 Dec 2009
Wall stickers are leading the way in contemporary design-led living – combining unique, contemporary designs with bold, modern colour palettes.
Ways to use bonus for home improvement
09 Dec 2009
Homeowners who are making an informed decision to invest their bonus or 13th cheque in their property will reap the benefits in the near future.
Tenants must avoid distressed landlords
09 Dec 2009
You can lose your home as a result of your landlord being unable to meet his regular monthly bond repayments. Find out more!
Should you sell via public tender?
09 Dec 2009
Public tender is an approach which sees the sale going to the highest bidder subject to confirmation within 48 hours. Find out more. . .
Sect. tile: Special resolution rules
09 Dec 2009
Find out what the rules and procedures are in terms of passing a special resolution in a sectional title complex.
Global housing on the mend
10 Dec 2009
Investors across the globe are starting to return to residential property markets. Find out what else is happening in the global housing market.
Oobarometer shows good price growth
10 Dec 2009
The November oobarometer price index revealed an increase in year-on-year (y/y) house prices of 6,3%, mortgage originators ooba said on Thursday.
Commercial news: Power hikes a big bane
10 Dec 2009
"Despite indications that the brunt of the recession is behind us, the effects are likely to remain in the longer term, particularly within the commercial property sector."
Civil construction recovers slightly
10 Dec 2009
Following on the sharp decline in 3Q 2009, the FNB Civil Construction Confidence Index revealed a moderate recovery by 10 index points.
Turn over new page with gifts
10 Dec 2009
Property24 speaks to Angela Gibson from the Bookshelf website to get the lowdown on the best-selling and most interesting home-related titles currently on the market.
Get a market overview of 2009
11 Dec 2009
Was it as calamitous as 2008 and what's in store for 2010? Get the experts' opinions. . .
Station boosting interest in Centurion
11 Dec 2009
Units in townhouse complexes near the Gautrain station in Centurion are starting to attract investor interest.
Rise in new bonds to continue
11 Dec 2009
The steady rise in new residential mortgage loans granted is expected to continue until at least mid-2010.
NC's Richmond books new status
14 Dec 2009
Richmond in the Karoo recently became Africa's Booktown and this has had some positive spinoffs for the property market in the little Karoo town.
Average house deposit dips
14 Dec 2009
The smaller deposit requirements caused the average approved mortgage bond to increase to R711,419 in November from R654,942 in November of last year.
Student complex developed in WC
14 Dec 2009
A new apartment complex for students is being developed just 60m from the Wellington campus of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
Keep it cool with an air-con
14 Dec 2009
Air-conditioners do not only cool the air, but can also heat it, dehumidify it and filter it.
Constantia house sports R40m price tag
15 Dec 2009
A house in a well-known security estate in the heart of Cape Town's Constantia is on the market at a cool R40m.
Gautengers lifting Cape market
15 Dec 2009
The Cape Town residential market is abuzz with buying activity and Gautengers in particular are bolstering this boost. Get the full story!
Only you can improve your house!
15 Dec 2009
Paddy takes aim at all the people who simply complain about their shoddy but free houses, without lifting a finger to impove their dwellings.
Bedroom makeover: Don't overspend!
15 Dec 2009
This feature shows just how easy it is to give a plain bedroom a stunning transformation on a limited budget, and with just a little DIY expertise!
Buy-to-let: Advice and warnings
15 Dec 2009
Get the experts' views on how to start investing in property and the potential pitfalls of letting your property.
'WC rentals set to get boost from draw'
17 Dec 2009
Soccer World Cup fever is set to gain momentum after the December 4 pool draw took place in Cape Town. Get more advice on this. . .
Limpopo to get R600m regional mall
17 Dec 2009
Lephalale (formerly Ellisras) in Limpopo is set to get a landmark new R600m regional shopping centre which is scheduled to open in September 2011.
Smaller dip in passed building plans
17 Dec 2009
Recorded building plans passed in October have fallen 15,2% year-on-year (y/y) after a revised -16,9% (-24,1%) in September.
Building sector not out of the woods
17 Dec 2009
Growth in building plans passed and completed improved in October, but the sector continues to show severe weakness.
WC rentals: The tax implications
17 Dec 2009
With just less than six months to the kick-off of the 2010 Soccer World Cup, South Africa is abuzz with expectation.
Hillbrow gets new park
18 Dec 2009
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the eKhaya Neighbourhood Improvement Programme and residents of Hillbrow have joined forces to create the new eKhaya Park.
CT CBD office block turned into hotel
18 Dec 2009
The former Strand Tower office block is rapidly being transformed into a four-star hotel. Find out more about this new luxury development. . .
Harmonise with décor
18 Dec 2009
Pulling together all the various elements in a decorative scheme is not difficult to accomplish. Get some easy tips!
Make small changes to home
18 Dec 2009
A clever way to invest and add value to your property is to tackle small projects in and around the home this holiday.
Misrepresentation can kill deal
21 Dec 2009
Misrepresentation, even unintentional, can void a property transaction. Two recent court cases involving auctions illustrate the pitfalls.
Blinds: The what and how
21 Dec 2009
Window blinds are a crucial design element in any interior composition. Get an outline and tips!
Hedge against intrusion
21 Dec 2009
Most of us prefer to have some form of privacy in our gardens and what better way to achieve this than a beautiful evergreen hedge?
Xeriscape your garden
21 Dec 2009
Xeriscaping is a method of gardening that entails selecting plants that are site-appropriate and creating a landscape that requires minimal supplemental watering.
A picture says a thousand words
22 Dec 2009
Pictures add colour and interest to your walls, and amassing a fine display is one of the oldest and most popular ways of turning your house into a home.
Ten of the best
22 Dec 2009
Chris Weylandt reflects on a decade in retail as Weylandts celebrates its 10-year anniversary.
CT announces property revaluation
23 Dec 2009
The City of Cape Town is embarking on a "massive effort" to complete a mass revaluation of properties before a January 31 deadline. Read more. . .
Building or tearing down?
23 Dec 2009
Paddy sounds off on the collusion and transgressions being perpetrated in the building industry. . .and recommends a few remedial steps. Enjoy!
Fabulous framing without a fortune
23 Dec 2009
Here's how to make an antique frame that looks stunning around a mirror or picture and won't cost you a fortune.
Coastal markets showing promise
24 Dec 2009
The coastal property markets have been in the doldrums for some time, but interest is quickening again. Read more. . .
Jhb office park's 1st phase soon done
24 Dec 2009
The first phase of Waverley Office Park in Johannesburg's northern suburbs is scheduled for completion in February 2010 when the first tenants will take occupation.
5-star hotel opens in CT CBD
24 Dec 2009
A five-star hotel opened its doors in the Cape Town CBD on 15 December and promises to add a Middle Eastern flavour to the city's cosmopolitan feel.
Home improvement surging
24 Dec 2009
Homeowners going away want things like automated irrigation and extra security elements put in place. What else are they doing?
Where are we at the end of 2009?
28 Dec 2009
There are some very good property market signs, but we can't expect any great acceleration before the end of the middle of 2010.
'Green Point stadium benefitting area'
28 Dec 2009
When the lights come on after dark, one has the impression that a benign spaceship has landed here, says a leading property figure.
Legal victory for wealthy communities
28 Dec 2009
Wealthy communities could benefit from the legal principles that were recently crafted in the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria.
Firm acquires development properties
28 Dec 2009
Housing company RBA Holdings (RBA) said Monday it has entered into agreements to purchase two development properties through two of its subsidiaries.
Some property rhyme at the end of 2009
28 Dec 2009
Read Paddy's quirky poem on the woes of 2009 and tips for letting your place in 2010. Enjoy!
West Coast housing project taking shape
29 Dec 2009
Construction work has begun at a new integrated housing project on the Cape West Coast and occupation is set to commence in March 2010.
Nautical décor: Ships, sea and seaweed
29 Dec 2009
The nautical style introduces a light and breezy sense of the seaside into any interior. Find out more and start decorating!
SA getting less property for same price
30 Dec 2009
South Africans are busy making serious lifestyle changes - including smaller homes on less expansive stands. Get further analyses of this trend.
R1m-R2,5m selling well in City Bowl
30 Dec 2009
Find out what properties are available, who's buying and why people are buying in this sought-after Cape Town area.
Make some divine pine
30 Dec 2009
Home-Dzine in association with Lotters Pine show you how easy it is to transform ordinary raw, pine furniture into treasured pieces.
Make your own lampshade
30 Dec 2009
Create your own instant lampshades with an old ball and some string. These string lights are perfect for a kid's bedroom or teen room.
Hout Bay gets new development
31 Dec 2009
A new sectional title development has been launched in Hout Bay after a long period of minimal development activity in the area.
Gautengers like Clarens
31 Dec 2009
Buyers in the scenic town of Clarens in the Eastern Free State are mostly those from Gauteng, purchasing a second leisure home or a property for future retirement. Find out more. . .
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