Harcourts South Africa welcomes the announcement by the South African Reserve Bank that interest rates will be cut by 25 basis points. This is the first easing in policy in over a year and in a time when many South Africans are feeling the pressure this comes as welcomed relief. Especially considering that many economists […]
With parts of South Africa being ravaged by heavy rain and floods, leading to loss of life and significant damage to properties and vehicles, Auto & General Insurance is urging South Africans to be vigilant and adopt a proactive mindset to avoid disaster. With parts of South Africa being ravaged by heavy rain and floods, […]
President Ramaphosa delivered his State of the Nation address in Parliament yesterday and outlined seven priorities and five goals whilst acknowledging that due to financial constraints government would not be able to deliver “everything at one time”. In the real estate sector, the economy has played a major role in activity and commitment and we’re […]
During 2018, the African National Congress (ANC) announced its intention to drastically speed up the land reform process in South Africa when President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that he would be proposing changes to section 25 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (“the Constitution”) to allow for the expropriation of land without […]
What one’s neighbour builds on their property, is not something the owner of the neighbouring property has a lot of control over. Unfortunately, it can have a negative impact on your property if the building work completed on your neighbour’s property does not comply with building regulations. Furthermore, it can be aesthetically displeasing, and be […]
Despite the industry experiencing a decline in year on year sales, March 2019 was Harcourts South Africa’s best month since Harcourts started in South Africa in 2009. Boasting 10% growth on the same month last year. In addition, Harcourts South Africa’s first quarter was up 11% on the same period in 2018. What’s so […]
You’ve searched everywhere for the perfect home and you’ve finally found it and made it your own. But what if something were to happen to your home? This is where home insurance comes in. Home insurance will soften the financial blow if you experience an unexpected loss or damage to your home. You can choose […]
2019 is in full swing and if your New Year’s Resolutions List consists of home upgrades and renovations, see the following interior design and decor trends that will ensure that your home is the talk of the town all year-round. 1. Connect your home It comes as no surprise that technology and the internet […]
There is no doubt the Cape Town property market experienced difficulties during 2018. There were many factors that influenced this decline; economic instability, water shortages, political fluctuations and an array of other elements. However, recent figures released by a number of Cape Town’s big attractions showcased stabilising in the tourism industry over the December 2018 period. […]
“I’ve been struggling to pay off my debt and to manage my finances. As a result, I am now under debt review. Can I still rent a property even though I am under debt review?” The answer, in short, is yes. The process of debt review is considered to be a saving grace for those […]
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