Multi-generational makes cents
More families are now sharing living spaces to cope with rising costs and unaffordable property prices. By Bonny Fourie
Sectional title top buys
Demand for this type of property has exploded, but freehold homes are showing better price growth
The pros of buying an oldie or a newly developed
Property buyers have to consider a number of factors when choosing a home, with one of the biggest being whether to buy new or previously loved.
Work to ensure feet in stores turn into sales
Times are tough, so find ways to encourage consumers to spend
WESTERN CAPE: BUY HERE: Our insider’s guide to Wilderness
This quaint village is said to be one of the Garden Route’s best kept secrets and its property prices paint a pretty picture
Property Advice
Feline friendly: Keeping kitty home
How to balance the happiness of both cats and homeowners
Property Advice
Younger is better: First time is before 45
If you have not purchased a property by the age of 45, it might be more difficult to get a bond, says Chas Everitt International Property group chief executive Berry Everitt.
Property Advice
Affordable is key: Add all the costs
The most recent General Household Survey released by Stats SA says about a quarter of the 16.7million households in the country rent their accommodation.
Property Advice
DECOR ADVICE: Bathroom designs and ideas that will move you
One of the most frequently visited rooms in a home is also often the one that is least visually appealing. When renting a house or apartment, there are ways to jazz up this space without too much hassle and without spending a fortune