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WHAT IS A USUFRUCT AND HOW CAN IT HELP?
The definition of a usufruct is a legal right given by an owner to someone who is not the owner, to use the owner’s property for a certain period, usually for the remainder of that person’...
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ADVICE FOR SHARING A MULTI-GENERATIONAL HOME
Multi-generational house-sharing is the norm within most South African households. It is said that approximately one in two 18-34-year-olds live at home with parents. Most seniors also do not have eno...
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CONSIDER YOUR NEIGHBOURS WHEN RENOVATING YOUR HOME
We all want to live in peace, which is why it’s in your best interests as a homeowner to acknowledge your neighbours and contribute towards a happy and peaceful suburb that encourages current an...
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DEVELOPMENTS LEAD TO A BOOM IN THE STELLENBOSCH HOUSING MARKET
The RE/MAX National Housing Report for Q4 2019 revealed that the Western Cape remains the province with the highest national median asking price according to Private Property data. However, this amoun...
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MORNINGSIDE: THE TOP SEARCHED SUBURB FOR Q4 2019
The RE/MAX National Housing Report for Q4 2019 revealed that Morningside was the most searched suburb on the RE/MAX of Southern Africa website for the second quarter in a row. Considering the area&rsq...
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TAKE CARE OF YOUR STREET TO INCREASE PROPERTY VALUES
Many believe that it is the responsibility of the local municipality to keep the streets clean. While this belief is not entirely incorrect, homeowners should not negate all responsibility for keeping...
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RE/MAX CELEBRATES 25 YEARS IN SOUTH AFRICA
The world’s largest real estate franchise, RE/MAX, celebrates a milestone in its history today as the brand enters its twenty-fifth year of operations within the Southern Africa region. On this...
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MPC TO STIMULATE HOUSING MARKET BY ANNOUNCING LOWER INTEREST RATES
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced some positive news for our country today by lowering the interest rate by 25 basis points. The repo rate drops to 6.25% and the prime lending rate changes...
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HOW ESTATE AGENTS MAKE BUYING EASIER
Considering how easy technology has made it for us to search for a home ourselves, many feel that it is simply not worth involving an estate agent to help with the buying process. But, having an estat...
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HOW TO SELL YOUR HOME WHEN YOU HAVE PETS
Owning a pet is great for the family and one’s emotional health. However, it can be a hindrance when it comes to selling a property. To be competitive in the property market, sellers need to put...
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