Property investment is quite the responsibility, but extremely worthwhile. Once you’ve acquired property, you take on the role of landlord. After all, someone needs to occupy your property right? With the landlord title, comes many responsibilities. This includes property management – unless you’re hiring a company to do that. The problem most landlords have are […]

Trends offer an insight as to where an industry is headed for the coming year. It gives us insight into what can shape a sector and create data to inform a buyer’s behaviour. This is why each year, property investors look at what trends shape the sector before they go ahead and search for property. […]

Whenever you’re starting something new – usually out of your comfort zone – there’s always that little voice that questions everything. That voice is self-doubt and is heard by many: entrepreneurs, the best athletes, artists, and possibly the person sitting next to your right now. It’s normal to second-guess your decisions. As an entrepreneur, especially […]

If you’re trying to update your property to help it sell faster, it’s easy to get caught up in the renovations bug. What does this mean? You’re ready to overhaul the entire property which could be costly. The good news is that you can make upgrades on a budget! We break down each room in […]

The clock strikes 12 and it’s here…you’ve entered 2019 with your new year’s resolutions in hand. Fast forward to mid-January and you’ve already abandoned your resolutions. Why do you find it so difficult to stick to your plan? Don’t fret! It’s fine because you’re not the only one. Statistics show that 80% of people have […]

If you’re looking to buy a property, you have possibly come across the terms ‘buyer’s and seller’s market’. The infographic below breaks down what to expect when you’re buying property. For more information on buyer’s or seller’s markets, join us at our FREE property seminars, where you’ll find out all about the South African real […]

Is eco-friendly property the future of real estate? With climate change, people are altering their lifestyles to reduce their carbon footprint. It’s why more people are considering sustainable living when it comes to selecting their future home. What is sustainable living? It’s when you reduce your demand for natural resources and seek alternatives to things […]

72% of South African income is allocated towards paying off debt. In fact, several reports suggest that most South Africans are in arrears with their accounts and loans. It’s understandable that most people have an uneasy relationship with money, and that the word ‘debt’ scares many. However, there are positive consequences when having debt. This […]

Starting a business – especially if you’re venturing into real estate – is really exciting. However, most potential investors go in headfirst without any research, advice, or having a conversation with themselves. That’s right, you need to ask yourself a few questions before you give your all into running a property business.   Question 1: […]

Renting out a holiday home is quite a stressful process. You need to book way in advance if you’re thinking of heading out during the peak season and even before then, rallying the family to find a suitable date for everyone. This is possibly why many South African families have come together to invest in […]