Is it possible to terminate a lease agreement without recourse?

15 February 2017
There are a number of possible reasons that could arise that lead to a tenant wanting to terminate their lease agreement before it has run it course, however, it is possible for them to get out of...
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Look out for restrictions on your property

09 February 2017
Owning a property does not mean that the owner is entitled to do whatever they want to the property.  Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, says that every pr...
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Is your agent right for you?

08 February 2017
Putting your home on the market for the first time can be an overwhelming experience, as often it is a person’s most valuable asset. Having the right real estate professional by your side wil...
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Dealing with defects

06 February 2017
The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) was introduced to protect consumers engaged in commercial transactions with businesses to avoid the consumer being treated unfairly. Unless a property buyer is pur...
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Things to consider before building a home

06 February 2017
Instead of purchasing an existing property some buyers like the idea of buying a stand and building a home to their specifications. While this can be a very fulfilling experience with many benefits...
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What happens to your rental deposit?

01 February 2017
It is the general practice in today’s rental market for landlords to request a deposit from their tenants before they move into the property, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of...
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The ins and outs of a usufruct

27 January 2017
The definition of a usufruct is a legal right given by an owner to someone who is not the owner, to use the owner’s property for a certain period, usually for the remainder of that person&rsq...
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Leave yourself some breathing room

26 January 2017
Considering purchasing a property? First-time homebuyers should have a clear idea of what they can comfortably afford on their home repayment each month, before taking the initial steps towards own...
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The interest rate and how it impacts the market

24 January 2017
South African Reserve Bank Governor, Lesetja Kganyago, announced today at the first Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2017 that the repo rate will remain unchanged at 7% with the prime lending r...
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Should equity in the bond be used for debt?

23 January 2017
Often car loans and credit cards accrue interest at a much higher rate than a home loan, which is why many people decide to take equity out of their home loan to pay off their other debts. Focusing...
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