Inexpensive home updates that pack a punch

13 September 2016
In the current competitive real estate market sellers need all the help they can get to make their home shine and stand out from the crowd; however this doesn’t mean that they need to break t...
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What goes and what stays?

12 September 2016
An often contentious issue, the definition of what is regarded as a fixture in the home has caused many a dispute between buyers and sellers during the property sales process. Regional Director and...
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Are 30 year bonds worthwhile?

09 September 2016
In an effort to lower their monthly bond repayment many prospective buyers might be looking at financing their bond over a period of 30 years. However, before they do so, it is best for potential b...
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Buy a starter home or your forever home?

08 September 2016
As more and more properties enter the market and inventory grows, first-time buyers have more options available to them than they did in last few years. With market conditions tipping in buyers fav...
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What you want isn't always what you need

07 September 2016
It can be an exciting endeavour to shop for one of your largest investments – a home. However, before getting carried away with a list of dream features, it is best to define what it is that...
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Property pricing is crucial

06 September 2016
A detrimental mistake that many sellers make when listing their property on the market is inflating the asking price. This is according to Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Sou...
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Tenant selection is imperative to rental success

02 September 2016
Purchasing an investment property and renting it out can be a mutually beneficial arrangement for both the landlord and tenant, provided the owner of the property adheres to a few key principles fr...
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Tips for a stress-free move

01 September 2016
It doesn’t matter whether it is across the road or across the country, moving from one home to another can be a stressful experience, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX...
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Maintaining a new home

30 August 2016
Buying a home is an incredible milestone to achieve and an exciting time for many first-time buyers. However, there are several new responsibilities that come with the title homeowner, says Adrian...
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Create a home maintenance and project fund

30 August 2016
There is much more to homeownership than paying a monthly bond repayment, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, who points out that maintaining the property,...
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