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WHAT CAN I CHANGE WHEN PURCHASING OFF-PLAN
Much like the virtual world of Sims, the real world also presents the option between unleashing your creativity on a spot of vacant land or popping a pre-designed house onto a plot and making it your own. One of the many enticing factors of purchasing a property off-plan is that you get a say in how the final product will look. The question is, how much can you change when purchasing a property of
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BOLSTER YOUR RETIREMENT WITH A REAL ESTATE CAREER
With the ever-rising cost of living, it is becoming increasingly difficult to retire comfortably at 65, especially considering that average life expectancy is rising. According to the Global Burden of Disease study, the average healthy life expectancy at birth in sub-Saharan Africa increased by 9.1 years between 1990-2007. It is therefore likely that those who wish to live out their retirement
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#ImStaying MOVEMENT TO HELP THE LOCAL PROPERTY MARKET
The #ImStaying movement has taken our nation by storm following the flood of negative sentiment that surrounded the ongoing violence around women and children within South Africa. While some choose to try and escape the issues and emigrate, others are choosing to plant their roots even further and embrace the things that make our nation great. Regional Director and CEO o
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MODERATE GROWTH FOR HOUSING MARKETS ACROSS THE GLOBE
National house price growth has been struggling to outpace inflation since early last year. However, the South African property market is not the only one that has experienced a slow period of growth. According to Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, Adrian Goslett, property markets around the globe have also either recently emerged from a trying market or are starting to see si
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FROM RETAIL TO REAL ESTATE
It is not easy to make a good living within South Africa. According to data from the Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU), you are part of the richest 10% if you take home just R7,313 a month. In fact, of the 7.5 million households in major metros, Stats SA reveals that roughly 28% live on less than R2,500 a month. Considering these odds, one needs to make smart career cho
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RE/MAX National Housing Report Q3 2019
SALES INCREASE AS PRICES SHOW MODERATE GROWTH The South African property market has been experiencing a lull since early last year, with national house price growth struggling to outpace inflation. However, according to Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, the results of the RE/MAX National Housing Report for Q3 2019 reveal that we might be on our way to brea
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BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR STORIES
Driving Awareness Around Early Detection & Cure According to the National Cancer Registry (2014), Breast Cancer directly affects 1 in every 27 South African women, making it the most common cancer within this demographic. Breast cancer is almost always curable if detected early. Yet, most women still fail to go for regular mammograms and perform self-examinations to check for lumps or irreg
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WHAT YOU HEARD ABOUT JOINING RE/MAX MIGHT NOT BE TRUE…
You may have heard several myths about joining RE/MAX, but they are simply not true. These comments usually come from competitors who fear losing their top agents. Let's set the record straight and give you the lowdown: 1. “You can only join as an independent contractor.” This statement is not true - you can join RE/MAX at whatever level you feel comfortable with. While RE
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WHAT TO DO AFTER A HOME BURGLARY
Crime statistics suggest that unfortunately many South African homeowners may experience their home being broken into at some stage. Dealing with and knowing what to do after a home burglary can be an extremely traumatic experience. That is why security is a top priority for many homebuyers and homeowners alike. However, even with security measures in place, there is the chance of becoming a vi
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HOW TO CREATE YOUR PROPERTY WISHLIST
It can be an exciting endeavour to shop for one of your largest investments. However, before getting carried away with a list of dream features, it is best to define what it is that you want in a home versus what it is that you actually need. After some contemplation, you may find that the ideal home for you and your family is not what you initially thought it would be. Here are a few considera
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FINDING THE FUNDS FOR FOREIGN PROPERTY INVESTMENTS
Though the process is much simpler if the buyer has the funds readily available, acquiring a home loan for foreign investments is possible, though not simple. Unless you have a good understanding of financial requirements, it is often better to involve a financing expert who can advise you on the various options that are available to you. For a brief synopsis of the options that South African i
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HOW TO KEEP SPIRITS UP WHEN RECOVERING FROM HOME
During any recovery, emotional wellness needs to be tended to in the same way as physical wellness, particularly if you have to endure a lengthy recovery period from home. Being removed from normal routines and being confined to your own home can have some seriously damaging mental effects – even worse so if you are not happy with where you live. A research study investigated what being p
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