South African News, Events and Press

Prevailing priorities for people wanting property to let in Gauteng other than affordability have to do with sanitation, security, and general convenience. Thus commonly asked questions tend to be, “does the building...

Where America once had its time-honoured twin towers, Malaysia its 6 year reigning tallest building in the world Petronas Towers, Shinar a tower whose top was said to reach the...

A closer look at living on a wildlife estate   We find out about the pleasures, pitfalls and profit potential of living on or investing in a wildlife estate.   Wildlife Estates are synonymous...

Pecanwood Estate differentiates itself by improving quality of life through the provision of consistent and superior services which focus on stability, security and the environment. Sustainable infrastructure by fostering mutually...

Think of all the beach holiday clichés that make creative editors' hair stand on end – white powdery sand, sparkling blue water, palm-fringed beaches, beautiful coral reefs... they're all a...

Pecanwood Estate differentiates itself by improving quality of life through the provision of consistent and superior services which focus on stability, security and the environment. Sustainable infrastructure  by fostering mutually...

You’d be forgiven for now knowing where Lephalale, (formerly Ellisras) is – until recently, this unassuming town has stayed under the radar. Originally part of the farm Waterkloof, the town...

Whether you imagine retiring to a life filled with gentle strolls through exquisitely landscaped gardens, socialising over relaxing sundowners or keeping active in the gym; the Oasis Retirement Resort and retirement apartments in Cape...

Owning a Property: The Key Advantage Capital Growth If you rent a property for 20 years, you will end up with nothing. If you buy the property on a 20-year mortgage,...

Monthly Rental Income:Monthly Rental Income is the rental income you receive each month. It can be increased each year by inserting a growth rate in Potential Rental Growth per annum. Monthly...

Is video likely to be the new real estate marketing tool?   Yes, says Tracey Green of Uchoose Property Marketing (Pty) Ltd., a statement that is backed up with the release...

Banks have responded to the improving economic climate in South Africa by re-introducing 100% home loans. We have discovered that unlike the pre-recession era, home loans are only granted to...

Wouldn't it be wonderful to have 24 hour access to properties for sale? Buyers...no more exhausting trips back and forth to view a "couple" of properties with an estate agent. Estate agents...no more having...

Traditionally, the estate agent has waited for buyers to come to them - yet, they make it so difficult for buyers to find them. Most, if not all estate agents...

Taking  Property Searches  into the 21st Century A Johannesburg businesswoman, frustrated with the admin-heavy and out-of-date property and estate agent sites that proliferate the web has come up with what...

You may have reached a stage in your life when you are able to consider investment in property. This can be because you want to secure your future, see you through your...

Any foreigner can buy real estate in South Africa. This includes - unlike Namibia - farms and agricultural land. Due to the favorable exchange rate, property in South Africa is affordable. For example,...