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Articles published in March 2013

 
House that 'moved' to Onrus for sale
01 Mar 2013
A house that was moved by truck in 1921, from the Strand promenade to Ornus, on the outskirts of Hermanus has come onto the market for R2.75m.

7 tips to help sell your home
01 Mar 2013
To improve the chances of selling your home, you need to do everything possible to present your property in the best possible light.

NW partnership to develop farmers
01 Mar 2013
The North West province has partnered with The Netherlands with the aim of teaching farmers technical, business and management skills to run a farm

Is such a high special levy legal?
01 Mar 2013
A Property24 reader says her complex wants a special levy of R12k from each person for painting, which she feels is excessive. An expert advises...

Margate's affordable holiday homes
01 Mar 2013
Popular holiday destination Margate on the Hibiscus Coast attracts buyers interested in affordable holiday homes that are available from R584k.

Top international property locations
01 Mar 2013
The United States is a top international property investment spot and also one of the countries where the best returns on investment can be made.

Host a 'swim day' party this summer
01 Mar 2013
Take advantage of the last of the summer heat by hosting a 'swim day' party and spend a day soaking up the sun and enjoying your swimming pool.

New apartment development in Vredehoek
04 Mar 2013
The Outlook, a small apartment block development in Vredehoek, Cape Town offers residents secure parking and units with terraces from R2.595m.

London property market and economy
04 Mar 2013
While no significant price movement in the prime central London property market is expected, London is set to remain a global financial centre.

RE/MAX win Region of the Year award
04 Mar 2013
RE/MAX of Southern Africa has been awarded the International Region of the Year for 2012 at the RE/MAX International convention in Las Vegas.

Busby to move to Gorsforth Park
04 Mar 2013
Nedbank Corporate Property Finance concluded a R105 million loan agreement that will see House of Busby move into a new property in Gorsforth Park.

Beware Easter holiday rental scams
04 Mar 2013
With Easter approaching, South Africans need to be aware of scammers trying to make money from people looking for holiday accommodation.

Budget 2013 and the property market
04 Mar 2013
Estate agents have welcomed the prospect of more than 400 000 low-income homes being built over the next three years as revealed in Budget 2013.

Affordable estate homes in Boksburg
04 Mar 2013
Low-income households looking for affordable homes should look no further than the Windmill Park Estate in Boksburg priced between R285k and R340k.

Easy money saving tips on lighting
04 Mar 2013
Change your lighting options and make your home energy efficient while saving money on your electricity bills by using these simple tips...

Gariep Dam retirement property options
05 Mar 2013
The town of Gariep Dam offers a number of affordable homes, ideal for weekend getaways and older buyers looking for a quiet, country lifestyle.

Ins & outs of compliance certificates
05 Mar 2013
Municipal laws now require homeowners to obtain additional certificates before a transfer of ownership takes place. Here's a brief overview...

RE/MAX Masters win award at convention
05 Mar 2013
RE/MAX Masters scooped up an International Broker/Owner of the Year for 2012 award at the RE/MAX International convention in Las Vegas last month.

Low mortgage advances growth in 2013
05 Mar 2013
Growth in mortgage balances will be low in 2013 due to slow economic growth, household finances, consumer confidence and property market conditions.

Rental disputes - get it in writing!
05 Mar 2013
When it comes to landlord-tenant disputes, interpreting legal obligations can be tricky. It's always best to agree in writing, advises an expert.

Pietermaritzburg homes from R900k
05 Mar 2013
Entry-level homes in the form of two bedroom apartments range from R575k to R650k, while mid-level homes range from around R900k to R1.5m.

Tenants and rental payment records
05 Mar 2013
Research shows that tenants are downscaling while those renting homes priced below R3k and over R25k are battling with rental payments.

Natural remedies for problematic pets
05 Mar 2013
Do you have a canine terrorist on your hands? One that is determined to destroy the peace and tranquility of your home. Try these therapies...

Llandudno & Hout Bay rental homes
06 Mar 2013
The coastal villages of Llandudno and Hout Bay have seen a 20 percent increase in the demand for rental holiday and residential accommodation.

Can we pull out after buying property?
06 Mar 2013
A reader says he and a friend bought a plot but wish to withdraw from the sale. Can they pull out and get their deposit back? An expert advises...

Retail sales to improve in 2013
06 Mar 2013
South African retail sales growth is forecast to see gradual improvement in 2013 reaching approximately 4.5 percent in early 2014, reveals a report.

Auction properties to buy this month
06 Mar 2013
Located in Still Bay, a holiday house to be auctioned on 22 March offers buyers a chance to invest in a spacious home with beautiful sea views.

Edenvale’s mid-priced homes from R700k
06 Mar 2013
The suburb of Edenvale is 15km from the city centre with a mix of sectional title units, freehold and cluster houses priced between R700k and R1.5m.

Commercial property: rent vs. buy
06 Mar 2013
Small to medium-sized businesses could create wealth in property when they buy office properties instead of renting for more than eight years.

A weekend of creativity at Hobby-X Jhb
06 Mar 2013
Visit Hobby-X, the hobby and craft exhibiton, for a range of DIY materials and ideas, at the Coca-Cola Dome in Johannesburg from 7 to 10 March 2013.

Fix poor drainage with a French drain
06 Mar 2013
Water pooling or bad drainage in a garden can damage your building foundations, so sort it out as soon as possible by installing a French drain.

Parow Valley prices encourage buyers
07 Mar 2013
Buyers in Parow Valley are encouraged by low property prices with once overvalued family homes priced from between R350 000 to R1 million.

Landlords beware of dodgy tenants
07 Mar 2013
As a landlord, you may or may not realise just how vulnerable you are to the ploys of con artists parading as reliable tenants. Heed this advice...

Top agent joins Sotheby’s realty
07 Mar 2013
Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty have enlisted the talents of an award-winning realtor who will be joining their Atlantic Seaboard branch.

New Kenilworth office property
07 Mar 2013
A new 800 square metre office block, which forms part of the second phase of Greenford Office Park near Kenilworth Race Course will open soon.

Buying? Sandton's best kept secret
07 Mar 2013
The suburb of River Club in Sandton is a well-kept secret and the chance to buy one of these properties doesn't come around very often...

Private equity investments in Africa
07 Mar 2013
Private equity offers investors better access to the underlying drivers of growth in emerging markets than fixed income or equities strategies.

Good industrial properties for auction
07 Mar 2013
Property investors, developers and manufacturers looking for quality industrial properties to buy should not miss this auction on 12 March.

13 painting tips and techniques
07 Mar 2013
When applied correctly, paint can alter the look and feel of any room, so here are some handy tips to help you with your home improvement project...

Demand for Cape Town coastal flats
08 Mar 2013
The demand for apartments in the R2.7m price band in Cape Town's seaside suburbs has resulted in a shortfall of properties on the market.

5 improvements to increase home value
08 Mar 2013
Homeowners who have decided to 'stay put' can improve their lifestyle and add value to their property in the longer term with these five upgrades...

Seeff and Pentz Properties join forces
08 Mar 2013
Seeff property group announced its joint venture with Wouter Pentz of Pentz Properties in the greater Blouberg and Table View area.

Property invest opportunities in Ghana
08 Mar 2013
The stable democratic atmosphere and discovery of oil reserves in 2010 have made Ghana the fastest growing economy in the West African sub-region.

Is an area giving buy or stop signals?
08 Mar 2013
Before buying a home, know what’s been happening to property prices in the area to gauge the likelihood of making a good return on your investment.

Tokyo appoints new EAAB board members
08 Mar 2013
Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale announced the new 15 board members of the Estate Agency Affairs Board from various sectors on Thursday.

Chic living at The Maslow hotel
08 Mar 2013
Five lucky competition winners recently spent a night at the newly opened four star business hotel property, The Maslow in Sandton, Johannesburg.

Questions to ask when buying property
08 Mar 2013
A bad property investment can severely affect your return on investment, so if you're eyeing a home to buy, remember to ask these questions...

Outdoor and patio tiling options
08 Mar 2013
With a variety of tiles to choose from, take design cues from the architectural style of your home that complement the indoor flooring and décor.

Value for money homes in Ladismith
11 Mar 2013
The desire for a healthier lifestyle and value for money homes in Ladismith has boosted property sales in the R425k to R1.9m price range.

Rising electricity costs impact rent
11 Mar 2013
Tenants are already over-exposed to the high cost of electricity impacting landlords' ability to up the rent with increases remaining fairly flat.

Global integration creates opportunity
11 Mar 2013
RE/MAX believes there will be plenty of opportunities for real estate professionals to tie in with global buyers due to global integration.

Emira settles & re-issues R400m debt
11 Mar 2013
Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed property company, Emira Property Fund, has successfully settled and re-issued R400 million of short-term debt.

Village lifestyle homes in Fisherhaven
11 Mar 2013
Property prices in Fisherhaven, a small village on the Overstrand coast, are still about 30 to 40 percent below that of the other coastal villages.

Sandton’s R1.7bn Alice Lane property
11 Mar 2013
Sandton is home to the R1.7bn 4 Star Green Star SA Office Design v1 office property owned by Standard Bank, Pivotal Fund and the Alice Lane Trust.

Loan admin, penalty fees & insurance
11 Mar 2013
Home buyers should take note of the monthly administration fee charged on the loan, home insurance costs and loan cancellation penalty fees.

Tips on organising cookbooks & recipes
11 Mar 2013
A few quality cooking files are all you need for inspiration so start thinning out your archived notebooks and get yourself organised. Here's how...

Rivonia & Sunninghill offices in vogue
12 Mar 2013
Better access and eased traffic flows underpin steady demand and supply trends for office properties located in Rivonia and Sunninghill this year.

Fancy an olive farm in Western Cape?
12 Mar 2013
There are opportunities for investors interested in owning olive farms, with the local industry starting to show signs of promising potential.

IEASA property law update in Langebaan
12 Mar 2013
The Institute of Estate Agents will host a property law update information session at the Yacht Club in Langebaan on Wednesday 13 March 2013.

Tourism sector looks positive in 2013
12 Mar 2013
The South African tourism sector in 2013 looks positive following the growth momentum from the 2010 FIFA World Cup event, according to a hotelier.

Obtaining credit: Good vs. bad loans
12 Mar 2013
Not all loans are bad - home loans, student loans and loans to start a business are some cases when borrowing is good for your financial health.

Nedbank backs mall developments
12 Mar 2013
Nedbank Corporate Property Finance has provided R273 million and R1.36 billion loans for shopping mall developments in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.

Single-digit growth for house prices
12 Mar 2013
Slower year-on-year house price growth in February 2013 is still reflective of the lagged impact of a briefly slower economic period late in 2012.

Garden features out of household items
12 Mar 2013
Recycle your old unwanted household items such as teapots, shoes and colanders to create quirky, one of a kind pot plant displays for your garden.

Increase in short-term property loans
13 Mar 2013
There is reportedly an increase in short-term financing among South African property buyers and investors, according to a finance expert.

A look at commercial property rentals
13 Mar 2013
South African commercial rentals remained stable in Q4 2012 with tenants paying monthly rentals of R50 000 reportedly being the most reliable.

Know the risks of buying a home
13 Mar 2013
A coat of paint and pot plants could be hiding serious structural problems in your dream home, so be sure and get the property inspected.

PGP appoints new Bedfordview manager
13 Mar 2013
The Pam Golding Properties Gauteng region has appointed Ken Woollcott, an industry stalwart, as their new manager for its Bedfordview office.

Market related rent for govt property
13 Mar 2013
Tenants of state residential and commercial property are being urged to start paying market related rentals or face possible eviction.

Choosing a good managing agent
13 Mar 2013
Finding an agent to manage the many functions in a sectional title scheme can be tough. An expert gives homeowners a few tips on what to look for...

New estate homes in Diemersfontein
13 Mar 2013
The Village, a new estate in the Boland’s scenic Wellington Valley, offers secure living, on-site private schools and homes priced from R1.095m.

Mixed use developers upgrade Jhb roads
13 Mar 2013
William Nicol Drive will transform into a 4 lane dual carriageway from Mulbarton to Erling street, with the lifestyle development launching in 2014.

Tips for choosing the right shutters
13 Mar 2013
Shutters come in a wide range of materials and finishes so it's important that you consider the key features that will meet your home's needs.

Bedfordview homes to suit all pockets
14 Mar 2013
The Bedfordview residential market offers buyers of all ages estate living, freestanding houses and sectional title property priced from R400k.

The benefits of green buildings
14 Mar 2013
Studies reveal that green buildings yield higher return on assets, have lower operating costs and result in increased productivity of occupants.

Just Property launch new division
14 Mar 2013
The Just Property Proup have launched their Body Corporate division which will handle day to day management of Body Corporates and Home Owners.

7.2% income growth for Growthpoint
14 Mar 2013
Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed Growthpoint Properties Limited delivered 7.2% to 72.7 cents per linked unit for the 6 months to 31 December 2012

Millionaire's row Plett mansion sale
14 Mar 2013
One of the most lavish properties on Plettenberg Bay’s prestigious millionaire’s row has come onto the market for R45 million.

Nedbank backs Stellenbosch development
14 Mar 2013
Nedbank Corporate Property Finance has approved a loan for the first phase of the community lifestyle Nooitgedacht Village in Stellenbosch.

Why investors love Africa real estate?
14 Mar 2013
Economic growth is a key driver of change in Africa and the attraction of real estate across the continent lies in its fast-approaching development.

Tips on sprucing up your stairwell
14 Mar 2013
Step away from the tradtional look of a staircase and spice yours up with vibrant colours, bold décor and inspirational messages using these tips...

Centurion office market demand weak
15 Mar 2013
In Pretoria, the Centurion office property market is experiencing weak tenant demand and overzealous development, according to a report.

Maximum interest for overdue levies
15 Mar 2013
What is the maximum interest rate a body corporate in a sectional title property scheme can charge on overdue levies? Here's a useful guide...

IEASA signs memorandum with REBOSA
15 Mar 2013
The Institute of Estate Agents of South Africa partnered up with the Real Estate Business Owners of South Africa to professionalise the industry.

Money for Hyprop & Synergy investors
15 Mar 2013
Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed property funds Hyprop Investments Limited and Synergy Income Fund recently reported growth in distributions.

Investment opportunities in Overstrand
15 Mar 2013
From Gansbaai to Rooi Els, the Overstrand has an abundance of opportunity for investors interested in property and eco-tourism products.

Sought-after Witbank homes from R400k
15 Mar 2013
The town of Witbank lies in the cultural heartland of the Mpumalanga Province and offers a large portion of freestanding homes priced from R400k.

R45m new Broadacres office property
15 Mar 2013
Recently opened, The Business Centre Broadacres property north of Johannesburg is valued at R45m, offering fully serviced upmarket rental offices.

Tips for a healthy green lawn
15 Mar 2013
Watering your lawn thoroughly, leaving clippings on the grass and using an organic fertiliser are just a few tips to having a lush green lawn...

Commerce Corner R13m redevelopment
18 Mar 2013
Growthpoint Properties Limited is redeveloping a prime Sandton site, Commerce Corner, measuring 3500 square metres at a cost of R13 million.

When a tenant cancels the lease
18 Mar 2013
The new CPA rules entitle a tenant to cancel a lease early but the landlord is fully entitled to recover all 'reasonable costs' and losses incurred.

Top Gauteng agents join Ennik Estates
18 Mar 2013
Two top real estate consultants from Gauteng, who achieved home sales of over R150 million in Johannesburg and Sandton have joined Ennik Estates.

Big plans for hotel management company
18 Mar 2013
BON Hotels’ management team has set its sights on becoming front runners in both the South African and international hospitality sectors.

Council plans for pre-paid meters
18 Mar 2013
The Eskom tariff hikes make it even more urgent for various local authorities to clarify plans to ensure that every household has a pre-paid meter.

Buying property in Mauritius
18 Mar 2013
The island offers foreigners the incentive to become permanent residents if they buy a property for USD 500 000 or more (about R4.6 million).

Joburg CBD home rentals from R1750
18 Mar 2013
Located between Jeppe and Bree Streets in Johannesburg CBD is Newgate, which offers affordable rental housing units priced from R1750 per month.

Tips for cleaning a grubby microwave
18 Mar 2013
Toss out the toxic cleaners and use a natural solution to clean your microwave. Here's how to clean it in 5 minutes without any harmful cleaners...

10 practical uses for zip seal bags
18 Mar 2013
Use them to keep your camera dry and safe at the pool, store jewellery, crumb meat with no mess and much more...

Thoughts on the 'uncompetitive' Rand
19 Mar 2013
The weak Rand debate is back, and the arguments in favour of a weak currency still seem to largely ignore the realities of human behaviour.

Cape Town's new trendy offices
19 Mar 2013
Located at the corner of Long Street and Hans Strydom Avenue in Cape Town is Cube Workspace, a R60 million fully-serviced upmarket office property.

Global Property Fellowship for exec
19 Mar 2013
Giles Pendleton, a Liberty Properties executive, has been awarded a Global Property Fellowship from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Basil Read's Klipriver R15m deal
19 Mar 2013
Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed construction company Basil Read Developments has concluded a R15 million sale at its Klipriver Business Park.

Do you know your consumer rights?
19 Mar 2013
National Debt Mediation Association says under the National Credit Act, consumers should take time to know, understand and exercise their rights.

Positive house price growth continues
19 Mar 2013
Bond originator ooba recorded a 4.6% growth in the average house price from R868 174 in February 2012 to R908 658 in February 2013.

Luxury second homes market in SA
19 Mar 2013
The top six luxury second home locations in South Africa include Cape Town, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Hermanus, Stellenbosch and Umhlanga.

6 steps to arranging your furniture
19 Mar 2013
There are a few basic steps to arranging furniture and all you will need is a tape measure, notepad and pencil. It's fun and easy, get these tips...

Ghana's R900m West Hills Mall
20 Mar 2013
South African property developer Atterbury will develop the largest shopping centre in Accra, Ghana, the West Hills Mall, at a cost of R900m.

3 listed property stocks to buy
20 Mar 2013
With distribution growth set to accelerate to 8 percent in 2013 and 2014, an asset manager reveals three top listed property stocks to buy into.

Trafalgar sect. title & HOA agency
20 Mar 2013
Trafalgar has entered residential property sales with an estate agency service focused on sectional title and home owners' association units.

Nieuwoudtville farm to be auctioned
20 Mar 2013
A 140ha farm ideally suited to grow rooibos tea, olives, potatoes, lucerne, buchu and indigenous flowers will be auctioned on 27 March 2013.

Unpaid levies and restricting access
20 Mar 2013
There are sometimes cases where levies aren’t paid on time or at all, and the body corporate restricts the owner’s access. Is this legal?

Launch of Hermanus Retirement Village
20 Mar 2013
Multi Projects based in Somerset West are launching the Hermanus Retirement Village, with units available from R499k on a life rights basis.

Using your home loan to manage debt
20 Mar 2013
Home loans can be useful tools for managing debt and are generally priced more competitively than short-term debt options. Read this advice...

Interest rates remain unchanged
20 Mar 2013
Interest rates should remain unchanged in 2013 in light of the current domestic and global outlook, an analyst said on Wednesday.

4 novel uses for a backroom
20 Mar 2013
Backrooms are often used as convenient dumping grounds but imagine transforming the space into something useful, like a study or meditation retreat.

Credit Amnesty: SA's disguised threat
22 Mar 2013
Of 600 000 affected consumers, 64 percent of these consumers who benefited from the credit amnesty entered into new credit agreements.

Mountainside homes in Muizenberg
22 Mar 2013
There are a variety of properties for sale in Muizenberg ranging from mansions on the mountainside to lower priced homes and buy-to-let options.

Property will remain a good investment
22 Mar 2013
Brian Buffini addressed the RE/MAX of Southern Africa Stars Convention at Sun City, saying that property remains a good investment opportunity.

Vukile's major empowerment agreement
22 Mar 2013
Vukile Property Fund concluded a deal with Encha Properties in one of the most significant Black Economic Empowerment deals in the listed sector.

Cape Town valuations shock many
22 Mar 2013
Homeowners have until the end of April 2013 to object to their property valuations whereafter the new municipal rates will come into effect.

Dream of living in Franschhoek?
22 Mar 2013
A family home in Cabriére Street, enjoying unobstructed views across the adjacent fruit and wine farm has come onto the market for R13.9 million.

Top tips for home sellers
22 Mar 2013
When it comes to attracting buyers to a property, first impressions and looks do count, and sellers have to pull out all the stops...

‘Blissful’ weekend at Decorex Durban
22 Mar 2013
Get inspiring, up-to-date décor trends and makeover tips at the Decorex Durban show, which is now open until 24 March 2013, under the theme 'Bliss'.

Tips on how to plan your dream garden
22 Mar 2013
To plan your dream garden think about how you will use the space. For entertaining, a place to retreat to or as a play area for your children?

Upper Kenilworth flats development
25 Mar 2013
Robyndale is undergoing further upgardes to provide modern living units with a swimming pool, private landscaped gardens and improved security.

New Boksburg mall to open in September
25 Mar 2013
Shoppers in Boksburg are in for a festival of fine food and a quality shopping experience when Sunward Park shopping centre opens in September 2013.

RE/MAX present community service award
25 Mar 2013
To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the RE/MAX International Group, RE/MAX Panache presented their Community Service Award for the first time.

Swiss House property sold for R66m
25 Mar 2013
Swiss House, a commercial property building located in Marshalltown, Johannesburg was sold for R66 million to Ascension Properties Limited.

The benefits of a sole mandate
25 Mar 2013
Sole mandates are often thought to work best for both the seller and agent, particularly when compared to open mandates. Here are the advantages...

Fischer Park factories to be auctioned
25 Mar 2013
24 mini-factories located in Ficher Park, Hillcrest will be sold on auction on 26 March at 11am at the Durban Country Club in KwaZulu-Natal.

Sought-after Cape Peninsula homes
25 Mar 2013
Residential homes in the Cape Peninsula continue to sell, attracting buyers looking for permanent residences, holiday and retirement properties.

DIY black and gold Easter egg project
25 Mar 2013
Skip the traditionally painted eggs and give your Easter décor a contemporary twist with these easy gold and black chalkboard designs. Here's how...

Demand for offices in Umhlanga
26 Mar 2013
The office property market in Umhlanga north of Durban is seeing increasing demand, thanks to its prime location which appeals to tenants.

Home buyers find value in West Rand
26 Mar 2013
Home buyers are willing to extend their daily commute times in order to find 'good brick-and-mortar value for money' properties in the West Rand.

Construction management conference
26 Mar 2013
A conference aimed at addressing project and construction management issues will be held on 11 and 12 April at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand.

Industrial tenants seek large premises
26 Mar 2013
Commercial tenants in Johannesburg in the warehousing and distribution operations prioritise large yards and high exposure, says property broker.

Who's responsible for ST maintenance?
26 Mar 2013
One issue bound to cause dissension among property owners, is who is responsible for maintenance of the property in sectional title schemes.

Scenic Parel Vallei homes from R2.5m
26 Mar 2013
Parel Vallei is one of the most prestigious suburbs in Somerset West, sought after for its scenic location at the foot of the Helderberg.

Lessons from Africa property investor
26 Mar 2013
Africans are consuming more and want generic goods consumed in the 1st world or SA hence the rise in the retail revolution and property investing.

Design and build your perfect closet
26 Mar 2013
If you've ever wanted a designer closet complete with tilted drawers and sliding cubby holes, here are tips on how you can build it yourself...

Property stands in Irene sold for R25m
27 Mar 2013
Property development and management company Abacus Divisions recently sold seven stands to the value of R25 million in one week in Irene, Pretoria.

Green office property trends in 2013
27 Mar 2013
Green leases and a switch from new building design and construction to greening existing buildings will be key in office properties going forward.

Free ST trustee workshop in Cape Town
27 Mar 2013
Property management company IHFM will be hosting a free workshop for trustees at the Hamiltons Rugby Club in Cape Town on Saturday, 6th April.

Land Bank CEO to step down in December
27 Mar 2013
Phakamani Hadebe will step down as the chief executive officer and a director of the bank when his contract expires on 3 December 2013.

What powers do body corporates have?
27 Mar 2013
Problems arise because body corporates aren't aware of the extent of their functions and powers and often fail to exercise them as the law requires.

Emigration home sales & foreign buyers
27 Mar 2013
While the percentage of sellers selling in order to emigrate remains low, African home buyers continue to drive foreign buying levels.

10 tips for first-time property buyers
27 Mar 2013
Buying your first property can be fraught with confusion but this simple list of top tips will set you on the path to home ownership.

Holiday fun at Rand Show 2013
27 Mar 2013
From 28 March 2013, the Nasrec Expo centre will be hosting the Rand Show, which features a number of exhibitions focused on home improvements.

Easter crafts and games for kids
27 Mar 2013
Easter is upon us and with it comes a ton of chocolate and hyperactive children, so keep them distracted with games, races and egg decorating.

Port Elizabeth property more buoyant
28 Mar 2013
Port Elizabeth offers families and retirees a quiet coastal lifestyle, entry level apartments priced from R450k and three bedroom homes from R700k.

New affordable homes in Cape Town
28 Mar 2013
New affordable homes in the Cape Town areas of Rugby and Silvertown will be priced from R425k to R708k, ranging from one bed to three bed units.

Real estate transformation challenges
28 Mar 2013
Transformation, a desirable goal with political, financial and social benefits, is particularly difficult to achieve in the estate agency sector.

Dipula's R559 million new properties
28 Mar 2013
Following a R559 million property acquisition, JSE listed property company Dipula Income Fund will see its property portfolio grow to R4 billion.

Sales in execution: Know your rights
28 Mar 2013
A sale in execution usually results in properties being sold for less than the outstanding balance, which is the amount that you owe on the bond.

Student accommodation solutions
28 Mar 2013
Partnerships between tertiary institutions and private property groups could alleviate student accommodation shortages, says Aengus Property Group.

Buying island property in Mauritius
28 Mar 2013
A new luxury lifestyle property development has been launched in the north-west peninsula of Mauritius, with homes priced from USD591 000.

Cheerful Easter table setting ideas
28 Mar 2013
Easter table décor is always on the sunny side and it has just the right amount of humour to put everyone in a good mood. Try out these ideas...

Protect your home over Easter holidays
31 Mar 2013
House burglaries typically increase over the holiday period, so it's important that homeowners take precautionary steps to protect their home.

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