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Protecting your home and future: Why sufficient insurance matters more than ever
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For most South Africans, owning a home is a major financial milestone, often representing up to 80% of a family’s total wealth. But while it’s a powerful investment, it can also be a major vulnerability. Rising natural disasters, increasing crime, and a fragile economy mean many homeowners are dangerously...
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Published 17 Nov 2025
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Buying sectional title? What you need to know about levies
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Sectional title property is the fastest growing sector within the housing market, particularly in major Gauteng, Cape and KZN metros where it now comprises up to 30-40% of all transactions. These properties are particularly sought-after by first-time buyers and those looking to downscale.It is one of the most...
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Published 17 Oct 2025
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South Africa's rental market: Slower growth, stronger tenants
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South Africa’s residential rental growth eased to 5.0% year-on-year in Q2 2025.This is according to the latest PayProp Rental Index. Average rent rose to R9 218, up R433 from the same quarter last year. Crucially, growth stayed well above inflation, keeping landlords ahead in real terms.At the same time, tenant...
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Published 16 Sep 2025
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Selling your home as a single woman? Here’s how to stay safe
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Selling your home as a single woman? Here’s how to stay safeSingle women are now the largest group of homebuyers and owners in South Africa, making up just over 60% of first-time buyers. Among existing homeowners, 39% are single women, 31% are single men, and 30% are couples. This demographic shift means more...
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Published 20 Aug 2025
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