Many aspiring homebuyers are of the view they should take advantage of the current lending conditions and secure a home loan with whatever deposit they have,…
South Africa’s volatile and unpredictable economy has seen more investors putting their money into more flexible investments to fund their retirement, and buy-to-let property is one…
The months – or even years – between deciding to buy a home and finally being in a financial position to do it are often some…
The rising cost of living is making everyday life more expensive for South Africans, and with winter on its way and cold, wet weather translating into…
The importance of improving employee well-being in the workplace cannot be overstated, with employers facing increasing pressure to alleviate the stresses and issues a fast-paced workplace…
Research has shown the vast majority of South Africans will not have enough money to sustain them through retirement, especially since increases in VAT and the…
Remote buying, according to Greeff’s Mike Greeff, poses “huge dangers” for buyers as properties are sold voetstoots, meaning it is sold “as is”, even with defects.…
Remote buyers have a range of tools that can be helpful and facilitate the viewing process, including online property sites and the printed media, which gives…
Property buyers who sign offers to purchase before noticing defects often find themselves at the unlucky end of the “voetstoots clause” used by sellers as a…
Some millennials in their 30s are reaching a stage where they are ready to move on to their second home, but deciding whether to sell or…