Homebuying can be an exciting yet daunting task, with first-time buyers having significant questions over the process. Despite declining nominal property price growth, young buyers have been a bright spark in the South African property market. Although the average deposit as a percentage of the purchase price dropped by 9.3% year-on-year, with it now at …
Ah, the excitement of starting university! With your checklist in hand, you’ve probably already gathered all the essentials for your new abode, from bedding to kitchenware. But don’t forget about the importance of student gadgets for tech! After all, these cool and the best gadgets students can have that are specially designed to ease the …
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African universities score poorly on all metrics of student satisfaction save for online classroom experience where South African institutions scored higher than the global average, according to the 2023 Global Student Satisfaction Awards report just released. South Africa scored significantly higher in student diversity and quality of student life compared to Nigeria, except for student-teacher …
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Renters and landlords are both within their rights to make minor changes to a rental property – but it’s better to keep everyone in the loop, and landlords can’t just show up whenever they like. Many young South Africans are struggling to keep up with bond repayments, forcing many to downsize. “The same is true …
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Deciding whether to buy or rent a home is a pivotal life choice that can significantly impact your financial well-being and lifestyle both in the short and long-term – and in uncertain economic times, making the right decision becomes even more critical. This is according to the CEO of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, Cobus …
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The youth in South Africa are purchasing fewer properties, and the number of cars sold to them has also decreased over the past decade. According to Lightstone data, in 2012, those under 35 accounted for 45% of property purchases and 39% of new car purchases – but by 2022, these numbers had dropped to 38% …
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Demand for student accommodation is showing no sign of slowing down, says Dean Wiid, an associate director for Galetti Corporate Real Estate. Wiid said that recent interest rate hikes made by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee had sent the property industry into a spin, with both homeowners and commercial property landlords …
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Buying a house is a big decision. It’s a big investment, and it’s a big commitment. But what if you’re not ready to make that commitment? What if you want more flexibility? What if you want to live in a certain area but can’t afford to buy a house there? If any of those things …
Whether you’re worried about loadshedding, or are simply looking for ways to reduce your tariffs, now is a good time to look into energy-saving measures. South Africans were hit hard by loadshedding in March 2019, with certain areas of the country experiencing two-hour blackouts up to three or four times a day. It had many …
Ok with everything going on in the country lately many people will probably consider leaving. The devaluation of the rand is going to hit South African hard! So if you are considering leaving for greener pastures like Europe, Australia or America- then go for it. But this is for all the people who would like …
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