At some point in their lives, most people outgrow the property they love and need to upgrade to a bigger or better home.

In tough economic times the residential property development market is the most resilient, believes Colin Anderson, chief operations offi cer of the Rabie Property Group.

Making an offer on a property can be unnerving, but an expert gives tips on how to survive the experience and come out smiling

In addition to premium residential offerings and amenities, it offers natural beauty underpinned by active sustainability and conservation efforts.

For generations, women have struggled for the right to own their homes but this is rapidly changing as they become more financially independent.

Demand for properties with a study, or space for a home office, has increased but this does not mean sellers should extend their homes before putting them on the market.

The current interest rate of 7% means the monthly repayment on a R1 million home loan over 20 years would be just R7 753 a month, which is less than the rent charged on the same home in many suburbs.

Some tenants have been genuinely unable to pay their rent, while others are thought to have taken advantage of the regulations to avoid paying what they should, leaving landlords in financial trouble

Better opportunities to come, investors should bide their time waiting for discounted deals, experts advise

Aspiring property owners taking advantage of the current buying conditions should remember that the age-old adage “location, location, location” still applies.