Whether you’re buying or selling, understanding the dynamics of a buyer’s or seller’s market can help you make more informed decisions.

An increasing number of people in their 50s and 60s are downsizing from big family homes to smaller, lower maintenance properties.

Proximity, price and security have become such big factors in the choice of home that it is easy to miss some warning signs.

It takes between 3 and 4 months to sell most homes, and an average of 3 months to register the transfer of a new home, so parents should count on a 6 month process to secure a new address.

Better health, higher educational achievement and higher net wealth are among the many socio-economic benefits of home ownership, according to the latest studies by Habitat for Humanity*, and they are certainly strong incentives for the thousands of South Africans who buy new homes, whether they’re first time home buyers or not, each year to accommodate…

Homebuyers are starting to place lifestyle way ahead of investment when looking for homes. If the living is good, there’s a good chance of a sale.

You’re pre-approved for a bond, you’ve spent weeks visiting showhouses, read a ton of advice on where, when and how to purchase, and you still can’t bring yourself to sign an offer to purchase. Sounds familiar? You may have what agents call…

It’s a fact, that dream home you’ve set your heart on could end up a disaster if you don’t deal with your finances first.

There’s a growing trend in South Africa towards home loan pre‑approval, with both buyers and sellers placing far more prominence on financial preparedness. ‘Pre-what?’ you ask? Let’s unpack that for you.

Buying Sectional Title property is a great way to set foot on the property ladder, especially for first-time homebuyers because it can be more affordable to purchase and easier to maintain than a large freestanding house.

There is no full-proof formula for finding the perfect home. Besides good old gut feel, this article tells you what you should consider.

We asked for your best property-buying tips on social media and got some fantastic stuff! We’ve grouped it into four sections.

Growing numbers of buyers are on the hunt for energy-efficient homes. Here are five tips for finding an energy-efficient home.

While the repo rate hikes have hit consumers hard, it is also a sign that the SARB is doing what it can to help fight rising inflation.

When buying a property, find one that’s a fit for your lifestyle and that gives you loads of room to grow.

Buying property off-plan can get you as a first-time homebuyer on the property ladder and in the investment market.