While working or investing in the property market can be rewarding, property professionals, experts, and investors are always looking for ways to boost their income and achieve their financial goals. This article introduces the exciting world of freelancing as a powerful tool to generate additional income and support your property and investment aspirations. Freelancing allows you to use your existing...
Changing a property's purpose, especially through rezoning, can be an exciting prospect for developers. It unlocks a world of possibilities, but the journey can be long and fraught with waiting games. First, there's the often-difficult process of securing rezoning approval from the municipality. Then, even after that hurdle is cleared, the wait for building plan...
Have you ever dreamt of owning a brand new home, complete with modern finishes and the latest amenities? In South Africa, buying property "off-plan" is a popular way to achieve this dream. This approach involves purchasing a property that is still under development, based on architectural plans and visualizations. While it offers exciting possibilities, it also comes with unique...
When Does An Offer To Purchase Lapse? Congratulations! You've found your dream home or property investment and put in an Offer to Purchase (OTP). But amidst the excitement, a crucial question lingers: when exactly does this offer lapse? Understanding the validity of your OTP is essential in the buying process. An OTP acts as a legally binding contract outlining the terms of agreement between you and...
Freehold vs. Leasehold? Understanding Leasehold Property in South Africa The South African property market offers a variety of ownership options, and navigating them can be tricky. While freehold ownership reigns supreme, leasehold properties are also an option, presenting a compelling alternative for some buyers. But what exactly is a leasehold property? Unlike freehold where you own the land and the...
Thinking about investing in commercial property? Many property investors who have invested in only residential property before are often shocked when they try to get into commercial property. For one, securing the capital to acquire your dream commercial property often requires financing from a bank's commercial property division. While the potential rewards are significant, the loan application...
Water quality and availability and is a growing concern for South African property owners, with rising costs, low water quality and many suburbs running dry. For investment property owners, reliable water access is not just a convenience, it's a factor that can significantly impact your bottom line and tenant satisfaction. One potential solution? Installing a borehole on your investment...
https://youtu.be/_6dMmfL1DVE?si=5pQ9LIWc4IFiGIAwListen to this interview:https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/CsKGynfMkIb Jason De Jongh is a fully employed mechanical artisan, but originally started his working career as a laborer on construction sites.Fast forward a few years and he's now become an experienced fix-and-flip property investor.In this interview he shares his story and some tips about the...
Multi-let investments are properties where the owner rents out the property to multiple tenants, instead of a single tenant. Listen to the interview: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UjpPUtjYO69VPq8Iv8SYY Faith works a full time job as an Administrator and ventured into property investing using the Multi-let property strategy. In this interview she shares her story on how she took the...
Investing in property can be very lucrative, but navigating the market requires more than just an eye for potential. Finding the true value of a property is crucial for making informed investment decisions and securing your financial future. However, with so many factors at play and various valuation methods in the mix, the process can feel daunting, especially for new investors. Fear not though! This...
