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How to own your own RE/MAX franchise in Southern Africa
One of the routes to success is owning your own business. You could start a business from scratch, or you could invest in a franchise with a proven business model for success with an established brand...
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CAN LANDSCAPING INFLUENCE THE VALUE OF YOUR PROPERTY?
First impressions count. When it comes to house hunting, that first impression begins with curb appeal: the moment a buyer turns into your road and steps into your garden. In this article, we’ll...
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WHEN RENTING, WHO PAYS FOR UTILITIES?
When it comes to rental properties, one question always seems to come up: who shoulders the burden of utility costs? It's a query that can spark debates and a host of misunderstandings. In this bl...
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ANOTHER MONTH WITHOUT ANY INTEREST RATE CUTS
Many will undoubtedly be disappointed to hear that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) did not choose to cut interest rates at their latest meeting, announcing instead that interest rates will remain...
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HOW TO MAKE A NEW CITY FEEL LIKE HOME
Moving house is among the top five life stressors and even more so when the move is not just from one house to another, but to a new city or country. In another article, we discussed how the 80:20 pri...
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THE IMPACT OF THE REPO RATE ON YOUR HOME LOAN
If you hold any kind of debt, it is important to keep a close eye on interest rates: as interest rates go up, so do your monthly repayments. The interest rate that your bank charges is based on the re...
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HOW TO CHOOSE FENCING THAT'LL INCREASE PROPERTY VALUE
Should I choose fences or walls when setting up a perimeter around my home? And which of these options will add value to my property? The answer depends on personal taste and preference as well as bud...
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INTEREST RATES TO HOLD STEADY FOR NOW
Although not quite the cut most homeowners were hoping for, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced today that interest rates will remain stable at 8.25% (repo rate), leaving the prime lending r...
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RE/MAX NATIONAL HOUSING REPORT Q4 2023
Another Quarter of Muted Growth
The ramifications of high interest rates are still being felt in the fourth quarter of 2023, with fewer transactions occurring and leaving room for only marginal hou...
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WHAT'S A SOLE MANDATE & HOW DOES IT WORK?
Before we dive into this topic, it’s important to understand that an estate agent may not sell your – or any property – unless they have a mandate from you, the owner. A mandate give...
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