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Make a calculated buying decision
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Make a calculated buying decision

Mention ‘bond affordability calculator’ and most people will automatically think of a bank or home loan provider. Today, bond affordability calculators are an important part of many financial institutions’ repertoire as they are ...

You've been conned!
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You've been conned!

An absolutely horrific story appeared in the Pretoria News last week about a group of prospective tenants who had all forked out large sums of money to rent the same property. During the investigation it came to light that at ...

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Credit Amnesty Bill grants opportunity to clean slate

The new Credit Amnesty Bill was received with much anticipation and expectation.

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Instalment sales: Randelas and sense?

Affordability is becoming the main reason behind the temptations of unconventional housing finance. Generally, frustrated sellers and buyers view the riskier option of instalment sale agreements as effortless, when compared to ...

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Foreign foraging

As far back as I can remember that special combo of a magazine, a girl-friend and a deck chair has always been one of the most agreeable ways of making plans. And shopping is of course no different. While Heaven on Earth may be ...

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The grass is greener online

Shopping for property online? It’s more entertaining – and educational – than you think! Take the virtual tour, as an example. You could spend hours “walking around” in the most gorgeous homes in the country until you find the ...

News

New “city” springs up in Joburg

Sandton and the City of Johannesburg may soon have competition in the form of Zendai Modderfontein, a new R84-billion “city” that is earmarked to occupy a vast tract of undeveloped land in Kempton Park. The development is the ...

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High 5 for home buyers

A recent report in the British newspaper The Guardian highlighted the top 10 things buyers should consider before diving into purchasing decisions. Here are some of those guidelines. 1.    How long do you plan to stay in the ...

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Get real about your dream home

When you’re looking for your dream home you can research the market, narrow down your options, speak to industry professionals and thoroughly look over the property, but you can’t be sure to spot every possible defect yourself. ...


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