The Diary of a CEO host is asking R189 million for his Bishopscourt home, reportedly bought for R93.3 million in 2024 — what the ≈103% uplift in asking price really means for investors.
In sectional-title schemes electricity now reaches levies, special levies and lettability. What investors should ask before voting on any energy proposal — and who pays the bill afterwards.
Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are drawing families, expats, investors and retirees. Pam Golding’s Annien Borg on where the R4m–R8m bracket buys what — and what investors should weigh.
Signing the OTP is where buying a home starts, not ends. Buyers Trust CEO Jackie Smith on five mistakes to avoid before transfer — from idle deposits to budgeting only for the bond.
The repo rate rises 25 basis points to 7.25%, taking prime to 10.75%. ooba, Pam Golding, BetterBond and Seeff on what it means for buyers, homeowners and investors — plus what the hike costs on a home loan.
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