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The increase underlines the need for home buyers to approach the market strategically, particularly if economists are correct in saying that rates may not start declining again until next year...

The SARB's Monetary Policy Committee decided to increase the repo rate by 25 basis points to 7%, bringing the prime lending rate to 10.50% effective from 29 May...

A significant shift is on the horizon for Cape Town’s short-term rental market, as the City of Cape Town proposes updates to its rates policy aimed at creating greater fairness across the commercial accommodation sector...

The technology that resonates in this market is the technology that addresses the challenges South Africans actually live with every day: Power security. Physical security. Connectivity...

A stale listing is not always a bad property. Often, it is simply the result of poor marketing, incorrect pricing, bad photography, or a breakdown in communication with the seller...

The clause exists to protect the seller if a stronger offer comes along while they are tied into a conditional agreement. It creates flexibility without automatically cancelling the original deal...

The moment one co-owner wants to exit the arrangement before both parties are ready to sell, the complexity of joint property ownership becomes very real very quickly...

Taking an extra few days to properly verify who is signing an offer on your property is time very well spent. The most reliable buyer and the fastest clean transaction are often the same thing, because a pre-qualified buyer with a deposit ready and no suspensive conditions tends to move efficiently through the process...

At the corner of Alma and Bognor Road in Rosebank, Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, The Hugo introduces a boutique collection of studio, one and two bedroom apartments within one of the area’s most established residential pockets - a setting defined by its quiet consistency and enduring character...

Irrespective of whether you decide to reinvest in your current property, downscale in line with lifestyle needs or invest in a second property, the goal is always to ensure the property serves your long-term financial goals...

A well structured contingent agreement can work successfully, but it requires proper management, realistic timelines, and careful legal drafting...

Taking time to explain how commission works, what the regulatory framework means in practice, and what a seller actually receives in return for the fee they pay should be discussed early in the mandate conversation, not at the moment of transfer...

Real estate isn't just about today's market price; it's about future value. Local experts analyse upcoming developments and planning context to protect their clients investment...

The issues that cause zero activity in the first two weeks fall into two categories: pricing and presentation. Both are fixable, but the fix needs to happen quickly because every day that passes without activity makes the listing older in the eyes of the market...

Few moments frustrate homeowners more than receiving what they believe is an insulting offer on their property. But experienced estate agents warn that emotionally rejecting a low offer immediately can sometimes result in sellers losing out on a deal that may ultimately have worked in their favour...

A property is a "living" expense. Educating buyers upfront prevents them from becoming financially squeezed the moment the first municipal bill or maintenance emergency hits...

Paint. Every single time. A fresh coat of paint can literally change the entire feeling of a home without breaking the bank. Buyers shop with their eyes first and if a property feels clean, fresh and looked after, they already walk in with a better mindset...

Estate agents often speak about buyer demand, online enquiries, and property interest levels, but behind the scenes one of the biggest challenges facing the industry is separating serious clients from casual browsers...

For many South Africans, the two most common choices are sectional titles and freeholds, but each comes with their own set of pros and cons. The “best” choice, however, is not universal and depends on your personal priorities...

Whether you're seeking to escape the winter cold or in search for a cosy holiday home investment, take a look at these stunning homes across South Africa where you can warm up in style...