Home sweet home – in an office
Converting office blocks to residential spaces can solve a rising problem but not all buildings are suitable, say experts
World of possibilities awaits in the Overberg
Mix of commercial and residential Stanford property an ‘investor’s dream’
Millenials choosing to rent
Increasing numbers of millennials are opting to rent due to the ever-increasing cost of living and the unpredictable and challenging South African economy.
Cape Town Deeds Office intermittent closures disaster for property chain
The intermittent operating of the Cape Town Deeds Office is playing havoc with the city’s real estate market and impacting the already-strained incomes of estate agents.
Huge mansion on desirable street
In2assets will host a physical auction, coupled with online bidding, on August 20 at 11am at The Durban Country Club, to sell a “magnificent” mansion in La Lucia.
Wide range of collectables on offer
The lots consist of a collection of six men’s watches: Cartier Calibre and Ballon. Bleu; Breitling Bentley, Chronomat and Cockpit and IWC Schaffhausen Portofino.
Property Advice
Q: A while back my family came under financial strain and fell behind on some debt repayments. As a result, we were blacklisted.
We have come through the ordeal and are now in a position where we want to apply for a bond. However, the blacklisting is standing in our way. What can we do?
Property Advice
Q: Do I need to do an entire home facelift in order to get my home sold?
A: Not at all. Minor home improvements might add value to the sale but do not make or break it.
Property Advice
Q: We are going to list our house for sale in the next few months. What are the costs that we need to be aware of?
Most of the costs associated with property transactions are for the buyer’s account but there will be some costs you need to prepare for.
Property Advice
Q: I want to enter the buy-to-let market. Would it be better to invest in a sectional title or full title property?
Before Covid-19 I would have opted for a sectional-title property but am concerned that after lockdown these properties could lose popularity.