Overpriced property a 'stumbling block' in slow market

At the height of South Africa's property boom, houses were selling within weeks, if not days, of being listed and it was only the most problematic properties that remained unsold month after month.

Posted at 08:42AM Oct 15, 2012 by Editor in Market  |  Comments[12]

Lack of loans lead to lower property prices and rising rents

In the past few years there have been dramatic changes in global property trends, and SA has not been unaffected.

Posted at 08:41AM Oct 15, 2012 by Editor in Market  |  Comments[2]

Beware the hidden dangers of a 30-year home loan

You may be tempted to take out a 30-year home loan for the short-term gains - such as smaller repayments or a bigger bond - but before going this route, give some thought to the potential long-term losses.

Posted at 08:37AM Oct 15, 2012 by Editor in Home Loans  |  Comments[2]

Metrorail asks court to halt KZN mall construction

With heavy rains expected in the next few weeks, Metrorail went to the high court on Friday in a bid to halt construction work on an Amanzimtoti shopping centre which, the passenger rail agency says, is threatening the crucial rail link between the city and its southern areas.

Posted at 08:35AM Oct 15, 2012 by Editor in Durban  | 

Business is booming in your neighbourhood

Nothing sours relations like having a neighbour convert his home into a money-spinner at your expense. The problem seems to be out of control in greater eThekwini, writes Vivian Attwood

Posted at 08:31AM Oct 15, 2012 by Editor in Residential  | 

Conditions for deductions from rental deposits are laid down in law

There are many misconceptions about the use of tenants' rental deposits for repairs or maintenance to rental properties, says Dianne Brock, general manager of the Institute of Estate Agents, Western Cape.

Posted at 08:31AM Oct 15, 2012 by Editor in Residential  |  Comments[2]