2 Sep 2020
Consider in your will
Have you provided for these administration and related costs payable by your estate?
24 Apr 2020
This is how much you will save on your bond
This is how much you will save on your bond after another 1% rate cut in less than a month
19 Mar 2020
SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK ANNOUNCES RATE CUT OF 100 BASIS POINTS
SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK ANNOUNCES RATE CUT OF 100 BASIS POINTS
20 Jan 2020
2020’s favourable buying and lending conditions will encourag...
Fourth quarter (Q4 19) statistics released by Ooba, South Africa’s leading home loan comparison service, show minimal growth of 1.8% in the Average House Price year-on-year from Q4 18 to Q4 19. The Average Purchase Price of First-time Buyers performed marginally better, up 2.5% for the same period.
31 Jul 2019
Winter readiness program: Le't change lives together
Winter readiness program: Le't change lives together
7 May 2019
For Mother’s Day, Treat Yourself to a Spa Day at Home
Create your own refreshing retreat at home, and let the relaxation begin
25 Apr 2019
Why people sold property in 2019's first quarter
Downscaling, whether for financial reasons or due to life stage, is still why most people sell their homes
23 Jan 2019
How to turn your granny flat into a 'money-spinner'
Does your home have a teen pad, granny flat or garden cottage? If so, you could be sitting on a great source of extra income.
15 Oct 2018
Motor Vehicle License
City advises motorists to check vehicle licence disc for renewal date
20 Jun 2018
No more mowing: The benefits of artificial grass
Time is in short supply, and many homeowners today live fast-paced lives with little time for priorities like family, health and exercise.
25 Apr 2018
8 décor tips for a new bedroom look
Give your bedroom a fresh look this season with these easy and affordable décor ideas. Get tips…
30 Jan 2018
Smart renovations that increase the value of your home
Kitchens sell properties but can also be the most expensive room to renovate.
2 Dec 2017
Your primary residence and capital gains tax
Capital gains tax is somewhat of a misnomer in that it does not represent a tax in and of itself, but rather operates to include a portion of a person’s capital gains realised when an asset is sold in that person’s taxable income, and which taxable income is then subject to income tax.
13 Sep 2017
What is and what is NOT covered by the Electric Fence Certificate?
As of 1 October 2012 it became a legal requirement for any Electric Fence installation to be installed by an approved installer and a Compliance Certificate be issued for such installations as per the below regulations.
22 Aug 2017
What I Learned About Moving a Loved One to a Retirement Home
Setting up an elderly family member’s apartment in an assisted-care facility is a labor of love.
6 Apr 2017
What does ‘junk status’ mean for SA’s property ma...
South Africans need to pay down short-term debt and consolidate long-term debt. What does the downgrade mean for the country? Goslett says that, in simple terms, the cost of credit will increase.
22 Mar 2017
KEEPING YOUR HOME CLEAN
16 Feb 2017
Buying property together: The benefits and pitfalls revealed
Property is pricey, and for many first-time homeowners, the only way to get onto the property ladder is by doing it with a partner.
26 Jan 2017
Buying your first home in 2017?
Buying your first home is very exciting and if 2017 is the year in which you plan to make this leap, ensure that you have done as much research as possible to make a good choice from both a financial and personal point of view.
13 Dec 2016
GREETINGS
16 Nov 2016
WATERBESPARING
Daar is ‘n groot verskil om minder water te gebruik en om water weer te gebruik . Alhoewel albei besparing as einddoel het.
3 Oct 2016
Tax Clearance – Now Available Online
5 Sep 2016
National Wills Week 12 - 16 Sept
By making a Will you ensure that, after your death, your assets are protected and distributed in accordance with your wishes.
29 Jun 2016
Winter
By now, your summer clothes have probably already made their way to the back of the closet while scarves, gloves and coats have become wardrobe staples.
27 Apr 2016
8 Home Staging Tips on a Budget
Staging your home is an affordable and important step in selling your home quickly and for the best price. If you are on a tight budget, there are many simple ways to stage your home at little or no cost.
16 Mar 2016
Interior Design Trends 2016
According to Chris Reid who features in the trend report for Elle Decoration, a trend is a movement at any point in time. Trends are about connection, the meaning we create around the things we own. He explains that trends aren't exclusive to people in creative industries, trends are about what's happening in the world, they are, in a way, a living breathing thing.
18 Feb 2016
Declutter Part 2 - February: Home office — digital documents ...
Get a jump-start on tax time by getting your files (paper and digital) in order.
30 Jan 2016
Preparation of a Legacy File
MAKE THE PREPARATION OF A LEGACY FILE PART OF YOUR TO-DO LIST FOR 2016
29 Jan 2016
Gardening tips
The start of a new year is a time when many of us resolve to make some changes and do things better in the year to come. If you are like most people, you might be thinking about ways to become healthier and fitter. So, why not consider doing the same for your garden (and in the process, the environment as well)?
21 Jan 2016
The New Year Clutter-Clearing Plan - we will guide you month by month
With an entire new year ahead of you, decluttering your home may not seem so hard. But after January, when that new year energy begins to wane, the prospect of tackling such a big project tends to overwhelm.
5 Jan 2016
House hunters look for basics
Cape Town - Average house price growth in SA could possibly be below 5% in 2016, according to John Loos, household and property sector strategist at FNB Home Loans.
1 Sep 2015
Can I afford the house?
I’m beginning my house hunt, but I’m not sure whether the bank is going to give me a bond in the price range I’m looking in.
31 Aug 2015
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF TRUSTS
A Trusts have various advantages, but unfortunately there are also disadvantages.
24 Aug 2015
Home buying preferences of South Africans
The traditional home buying preferences of South Africans are changing as more people opt for smaller, easier-to-maintain properties, both for financial reasons and to live life less hampered by the trappings larger homes often bring.
24 Jun 2015
Can you make money 'flipping' property?
Economists are predicting interest rate hikes, and it seems that it has become even more expensive to build your own home. With these market conditions prevailing, is it still possible for South Africans to make money "flipping" property?
2 Jun 2015
If Winter comes, can Spring be far behind?
Whether you are employed, self-employed or happily non-employed, you can’t afford to let Winter 2015 give you the blues or put you in your sick bed – Eskom’s ongoing contribution to our woes notwithstanding.
17 Apr 2015
Smart renovations that add value to your home
14 Apr 2015
CHILD CAR SEATS NOW COMPULSORY BY LAW
17 Mar 2015
Cape Town properties beat Johannesburg again
26 Feb 2015
2015 Budget - News
5 Feb 2015
National house prices forecast to grow 8%
GROWTH in the value of houses is set to beat inflation again this year.
3 Sep 2014
10 Secrets to a Neat Living Room
Keep the clutter at bay with ‘speed bumps,’ hidden storage and a little-stuff drawer
5 Jun 2014
Dealing with marriage and estate planning
It is important to understand the legal implications of the marital property regime, especially when drafting a Last Will and Testament and also when entering into a marriage, as the regime chosen by the estate planner is going to affect his/her assets.
14 May 2014
Putting your house on the Market
These three questions will help you take the temperature of the real estate market in your area and assess the competition.
28 Feb 2014
National Credit Amendment Bill
11 Nov 2013
Prepare for All the Costs of Buying a Home
Wouldn’t it be lovely if the price tag on your new home was all you had to pay?
4 Oct 2013
All About Interest
18 Sep 2013
SA Property Market: healthiest in years
Trends, local hotspots and how we compare globally.
25 Jul 2013
Why you need a home loan deposit
Prospective homeowners that save for a deposit are not only more likely to obtain a loan, but can also benefit from a better interest rate, which will save them considerable amounts over the term of their bond.