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ADVICE FOR REAL ESTATE AGENTS
Being a successful real estate agent requires effort, commitment, and mastery of the fundamentals. For individuals with the drive to succeed, a career in real estate can be among the most profitable. But with so many individuals entering the real estate business, you have to go the extra mile. We’ve compiled some advice below that will help make your climb to the top a little easier. We e
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7 CREATIVE UPCYCLING IDEAS FOR YOUR GARDEN
There are so many amazing upcycling ideas for the garden that are super easy and cheap to do. Not only does upcycling reduce waste, but it also aids in cutting costs. Breathe new life into old household items by giving them a thrifty makeover for the garden. Grab your fellow eco-conscious individuals and embark on a new journey as you tackle some of these creative upcycled garden ideas and impleme
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FINDING LOCAL AND SUSTAINABLE HOME DÉCOR
Sustainability is “in”. Not only is it fashionable, but it is also the right thing to do. But, what does it mean, and can we find and incorporate sustainability into the décor of our home? What does sustain(ability) mean? To sustain something, in the simplest terms, is to keep something going. This is at the heart of the global sustainability trend: keeping our planet aliv
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WHAT DOES LIVING “OFF-THE-GRID” MEAN?
The concept of living off-the-grid is used a lot, but what exactly does it mean? While technically referring to the concept of having the ability to live completely self-sufficiently and to be disconnected from the main electric and water grids, to many, living off-the-grid also means moving to the countryside, having a simpler life by reducing the number of resources consumed, and participating m
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7 SUSTAINABLE HOME IMPROVEMENT IDEAS FOR MANDELA DAY
It’s that super special time of year again – on 18 July, we celebrate Mandela Day! What is the significance of Mandela day? In short, this is a date reserved for South Africans nationwide who honour the 67 years that Nelson Mandela sacrificed to improve human rights in our country and around the world. For many, donating at least 67 minutes of their time to give back to their communiti
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HOW TO BALANCE PARENTING WITH A REAL ESTATE CAREER
It’s that time of the year again where we celebrate all the wonderful fathers out there. It also couldn’t be a more apt moment to explore how the “super parents” in the world manage to have it all. It’s no secret that juggling a career and life all while raising happy, fulfilled children can be challenging. This is where real estate is coming through for parents by of
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7 COST-EFFICIENT WAYS TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY
It is our collective responsibility to give back and leave this world a little better than we found it. There are many ways to contribute to the development of your community. If you’re hoping to enrich your neck of the woods but don’t have the financial means to do so, then why not give one of these easy, cost-efficient options a try? 1. Donate your time If you’re on a tig
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4 EASY WAYS TO MAKE YOUR PROPERTY MORE SUSTAINABLE
Striving to incorporate more eco-friendly habits into your daily life? Interested in trying out some simple ways to make your property better for the planet too? You’ve come to the right place! We can highly recommend looking into the sustainability of your house and even your garden. Not just for altruistic reasons, but also because it can lower the cost of running your home. You can make y
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5 STEPS TO BECOMING A REAL ESTATE AGENT IN SOUTH AFRICA
Resiliency, good interpersonal skills and willingness to go the extra mile. If this is you, then you just might be cut out for the life of a certified property practitioner. Being a real estate agent could be one of the most lucrative professions you can pursue. That being said, the job is not for everyone. It requires passion, dedication, and a willingness to go above and beyond the normal 9 to 5
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HOW TO SHOW YOUR HOUSE SOME LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
Valentine’s Day is upon us! Whether you’re an avid enthusiast or a staunch non-believer, while you’re stocking up on heart-shaped treats and greets for bae (or for yourself, we’re not judging), why not also invest in something a bit more long-lasting than wilted roses or chocolates that end up stale? Show your house some love this Valentine’s Day too! Some might say i
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TOP 5 REASONS TO INVEST IN A HOME SECURITY SYSTEM
It can be costly to invest in home security or security devices. We wouldn’t blame you if you felt a little overwhelmed when deciding whether or not it is worth installing. To help put your mind at ease about this decision, we have compiled a few reasons why you need to invest in an advanced home security system. Before we get to that, we first need to unpack the meaning of “home secur
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