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Up-country buyers target ‘Toti

2010-03-10T09:59:51

Posted: 2010/03/10 09:59:51 AM

Beachfront property in Amanzimtoti on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast is again finding favour among buyers from South Africa’s interior regions...
Beachfront property in Amanzimtoti on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast is again finding favour among buyers from South Africa’s interior regions.

Deidre Ronnenberg, owner of the local Aida office, says buyers of holiday apartments and flats starting r...

Franchising generates most growth in real estate sector

2010-03-09T12:47:01

Posted: 2010/03/09 12:47:01 PM

Entrepreneurs anticipating an upturn in the property market have opened up new estate agencies in the past six months, but most have opted to join a well-established franchise group rather than go it alone...
Entrepreneurs anticipating an upturn in the property market have opened up new estate agencies in the past six months, but most have opted to join a well-established franchise group rather than go it alone.

So says Jan Davel, business development...

Design your own home in Amberfield Valley

2010-03-08T10:24:17

Posted: 2010/03/08 10:24:17 AM

Security, convenience and flexibility – that’s what awaits buyers in the beautiful Amberfield Valley estate development, where a new phase of building packages...
Security, convenience and flexibility – that’s what awaits buyers in the beautiful Amberfield Valley estate development, where a new phase of building packages goes on sale on 12 March.

Situated in Rooihuiskraal, one of the fastest-growing suburb...

How to pick a plum first property

2010-03-04T11:59:09

Posted: 2010/03/04 11:59:09 AM

Economic growth is picking up, interest rates are low and home prices are still reasonable, so many people have decided this is the best time for them to get into the property market by buying their first home...
Economic growth is picking up, interest rates are low and home prices are still reasonable, so many people have decided this is the best time for them to get into the property market by buying their first home.

However, says Berry Everitt, CEO of...

Top Cape agency joins Harcourts

2010-03-04T11:58:09

Posted: 2010/03/04 11:58:09 AM

In a move that has set the Cape Town real estate establishment abuzz, the landmark RE/MAX office on the Blouberg beachfront has converted to the Harcourts brand...
In a move that has set the Cape Town real estate establishment abuzz, the landmark RE/MAX office on the Blouberg beachfront has converted to the Harcourts brand.

“This office was one of the best-performing RE/MAX operations in SA and in the world...

Global interest in SA property rises

2010-03-04T11:57:03

Posted: 2010/03/04 11:57:03 AM

People all over the world are showing an increasing interest in SA property, as evidenced by a huge rise recently in the amount of international traffic to local property websites...
People all over the world are showing an increasing interest in SA property, as evidenced by a huge rise recently in the amount of international traffic to local property websites.

For example, international traffic has comprised 60% of the visit...

RE/MAX celebrates success in the Cape

2010-03-02T14:05:48

Posted: 2010/03/02 02:05:48 PM

RE/MAX of Southern Africa kicked off 2010 with awards breakfasts held around the country to celebrate outstanding successes achieved in 2009, one of the toughest years in the property market by far...
RE/MAX of Southern Africa kicked off 2010 with awards breakfasts held around the country to celebrate outstanding successes achieved in 2009, one of the toughest years in the property market by far.

Hosted by internationally renowned speaker, Mi...

Property sales are picking up in Struisbaai and cash buyers predominate

2010-03-02T14:04:51

Posted: 2010/03/02 02:04:51 PM

Comine du Toit, owner of the local Aida office, reports that nearly 70% of recent sales were concluded on a cash basis. “Activity in the market started picking up in August last year and buyers are currently active in a broad price range...
Property sales are picking up in Struisbaai and cash buyers predominate.

Comine du Toit, owner of the local Aida office, reports that nearly 70% of recent sales were concluded on a cash basis. “Activity in the market started picking up in August ...

CHANGE AT THE HELM OF PAM GOLDING PROPERTIES' GAUTENG REGION

2010-03-02T14:03:36

Posted: 2010/03/02 02:03:36 PM

Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property (PGP) group, announced today (March 2, 2010) that Ronald Ennik, MD of Pam Golding Properties' Gauteng region, is leaving the organisation...
Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property (PGP) group, announced today (March 2, 2010) that Ronald Ennik, MD of Pam Golding Properties' Gauteng region, is leaving the organisation.

"After more than 20 years of extraordinary service and co...

New CEO for Sotheby’s Realty International in SA

2010-03-02T14:02:30

Posted: 2010/03/02 02:02:30 PM

Top Johannesburg realtor Jason Rohde has been appointed as the new CEO of Geffen International Realty Franchises, which holds the master licence for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in SA...
Top Johannesburg realtor Jason Rohde has been appointed as the new CEO of Geffen International Realty Franchises, which holds the master licence for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in SA.

He replaces Brent Townes, who has held the positi...

Opinion Editorial – Municipal rates based on valuations

2010-03-02T12:43:09

Posted: 2010/03/02 12:43:09 PM

“My advice to home-owners is this: do your homework...

Opinion Editorial – Municipal rates based on valuations

Property offers the power of gearing

2010-02-26T13:40:08

Posted: 2010/02/26 01:40:08 PM

One of the biggest reasons for property’s gain in popularity as an investment over the past few years has been the ability to leverage the purchase by accessing mortgage finance...
One of the biggest reasons for property’s gain in popularity as an investment over the past few years has been the ability to leverage the purchase by accessing mortgage finance.

“This has of course been much more difficult to do over the past tw...

Local buyers boost George property market

2010-02-26T13:38:23

Posted: 2010/02/26 01:38:23 PM

Property sales in George started an upward trend in September last year, which resulted in the best December sales figures in many years for the local Chas Everitt International office, and good results since then...
Property sales in George started an upward trend in September last year, which resulted in the best December sales figures in many years for the local Chas Everitt International office, and good results since then.

“December was a record sales mo...

VAAL RIVER AREA BELOW THE BARRAGE INCREASINGLY POPULAR AMONG HOME BUYERS

2010-02-26T13:33:32

Posted: 2010/02/26 01:33:32 PM

With affordability being a key issue among those looking to purchase a holiday home or weekend getaway, the tranquil lower Vaal River area below the Barrage dam wall is becoming increasingly popular
With affordability being a key issue among those looking to purchase a holiday home or weekend getaway, the tranquil lower Vaal River area below the Barrage dam wall is becoming increasingly popular, says Phil Medlock, area principal for Pam Golding Propertie...

RE/MAX celebrates success in KwaZulu-Natal

2010-02-25T10:35:53

Posted: 2010/02/25 10:35:53 AM

RE/MAX of Southern Africa recently hosted the KwaZulu-Natal Regional Awards breakfast at the Durban ICC. This was the third of four awards breakfasts to be held across the country where the successes of the RE/MAX Broker....

RE/MAX of S...

RENOVATING VERSUS RELOCATING

2010-02-25T10:28:58

Posted: 2010/02/25 10:28:58 AM

Many homeowners have asked themselves the question: “Should I stay or should I go.” However, says Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, the decision to stay put and renovate your existing home...

Many homeowners have asked themselves the question: “Should I stay or should I go.” However, says Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern...

PROPERTY BUYERS FLOCKING TO RIVERSDALE TO PURCHASE LIFESTYLE/GETAWAY FARMS

2010-02-25T10:26:56

Posted: 2010/02/25 10:26:56 AM

Lifestyle or country getaway farms are in demand in the flourishing country town of Riversdale, situated on the N2 between Swellendam and Mossel Bay and about 300km from Cape Town...
PROPERTY BUYERS FLOCKING TO RIVERSDALE TO PURCHASE LIFESTYLE/GETAWAY FARMS
Record house price achieved by PGP

Lifestyle or country getaway farms are in demand in the flourishing country town of Riversdale, situated on the N2 between Swellendam...

Market turning upwards in Pretoria East

2010-02-25T10:25:48

Posted: 2010/02/25 10:25:48 AM

Pockets of the property market in the eastern suburbs of Pretoria are now performing well once more and sales are climbing in areas such as Garsfontein and Olympus...
Pockets of the property market in the eastern suburbs of Pretoria are now performing well once more and sales are climbing in areas such as Garsfontein and Olympus.

Says Helen Taylor, manager of Aida Pretoria East: “Garsfontein is drawing family ...

Energy efficiency now a big property sales point

2010-02-25T10:22:37

Posted: 2010/02/25 10:22:37 AM

If you want to make your property more saleable this year, start making sure it’s “energy friendly”...
If you want to make your property more saleable this year, start making sure it’s “energy friendly”.

That’s the advice of Berry Everitt, CEO of the Chas Everitt International property group, who says: “The spectre of Eskom’s proposed price hikes ...

Rama City: There will be beautiful parks…

2010-02-19T15:21:08

Posted: 2010/02/19 03:21:08 PM

There’s nothing more forlorn-looking than a huddle of new homes just standing in the bare veld, with a dusty track their only connection to civilisation...
There’s nothing more forlorn-looking than a huddle of new homes just standing in the bare veld, with a dusty track their only connection to civilisation.

And it is precisely to avoid this depressing scenario that the developers of Rama City, the ...

Harcourts makes an impact in PE

2010-02-19T15:19:51

Posted: 2010/02/19 03:19:51 PM

International real estate group Harcourts has made a big impact on the Port Elizabeth property market with the conversion of three former Homenet offices to the global brand...
International real estate group Harcourts has made a big impact on the Port Elizabeth property market with the conversion of three former Homenet offices to the global brand.

Di Allan of the newly-named Harcourts A1 says: “We have had a wonderful...

GOVERNMENT’S COMMITMENT TO HOME-BUYERS TO BE APPLAUDED, SAYS RE/MAX

2010-02-18T13:12:45

Posted: 2010/02/18 01:12:45 PM

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan’s announcement of relief to home-buyers is to be applauded – but could go further, says Peter Gilmour, Chairman & Regional Owner of RE/MAX of Southern Africa...

GOVERNMENT’S COMMITMENT TO HOME-BUYERS TO BE APPLAUDED, SAYS RE/MAX

Tyson Durban North Welcomes Growth

2010-02-18T09:32:49

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:32:49 AM

Durban North is fast becoming a suburb of choice and is being targeted by those wishing to remain part of the Durban of old while being well placed to enjoy all the economic benefits associated with the opening of the new King Shaka airport...
Tyson Durban North Welcomes Growth

Durban North is fast becoming a suburb of choice and is being targeted by those wishing to remain part of the Durban of old while being well placed to enjoy all the economic benefits associated with the opening ...

Budget comment property - Aida

2010-02-18T09:28:57

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:28:57 AM

Pravin's hand steady, says property chief...

Pravin's hand steady, says property chief

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has mapped out a steady course for the South African economy in challenging times, says a leading property figure.

...

Budget comment property - Sothebys

2010-02-18T09:27:23

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:27:23 AM

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan is to be congratulated on a very well-balanced maiden Budget, says Lew Geffen...

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan is to be congratulated on a very well-balanced maiden Budget, says Lew Geffen, chairman of Sothebys International Realty in SA.

"Today's Budget is remarkably positive, ...

Budget comment property - RealNet

2010-02-18T09:25:14

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:25:14 AM

"Now government needs to walk the walk"...

"Now government needs to walk the walk"

Tjaart van der Walt, CEO of the RealNet estate agency group, welcomed Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan's undertakings to curb unproductive state expenditure and ...

Budget comment property - Chas Everitt

2010-02-18T09:23:52

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:23:52 AM

"Although the Budget did not contain many direct benefits for the real estate industry, we welcome it as largely positive and confidence boosting, which will undoubtedly have a spin-off in the property market...

"Although the Budget did not contain many direct benefits for the real estate industry, we welcome it as largely positive and confidence boosting, which will undoubtedly have a spin-off in the property market," saysBerry Everitt, CEO of the Chas Everitt In...

Budget comment property - Harcourts

2010-02-18T09:22:30

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:22:30 AM

The most positive aspect of today's Budget is the news that spending on infrastructure elements such as electricity supply, roads and water systems will continue for many years after the Soccer World Cup...

The most positive aspect of today's Budget is the news that spending on infrastructure elements such as electricity supply, roads and water systems
will continue for many years after the Soccer World Cup, says Harcourts Africa GM Jeanne van Jaarsveldt.<...

Budget comment property - ERA group

2010-02-18T09:20:14

Posted: 2010/02/18 09:20:14 AM

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has missed the boat in terms of incentivising the property sector in his first Budget speech, thus losing a key opportunity to boost overall economic recovery...

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has missed the boat in terms of incentivising the property sector in his first Budget speech, thus losing a key opportunity to boost overall economic recovery says Gerhard Kotzé, CEO of the ERA South Africa property group

Local buyers boost George property market

2010-02-17T07:37:23

Posted: 2010/02/17 07:37:23 AM

Property sales in George started an upward trend in September last year, which resulted in the best December sales figures in many years for the local Chas Everitt International office, and good results since then...
Property sales in George started an upward trend in September last year, which resulted in the best December sales figures in many years for the local Chas Everitt International office, and good results since then.

“December was a record sales mo...

Thousands part with a pint in Aida campaign

2010-02-17T07:36:24

Posted: 2010/02/17 07:36:24 AM

The national blood donation campaign recently launched by the Aida real estate group has already yielded more than 2500 precious pints – and is on track to deliver thousands more before it ends...
The national blood donation campaign recently launched by the Aida real estate group has already yielded more than 2500 precious pints – and is on track to deliver thousands more before it ends.

“We started the campaign late last year to help mee...

BUYERS IN PHASE ONE OF TAMARINA GOLF ESTATE & BEACH CLUB IN MAURITIUS DOUBLE THEIR INVESTMENT

2010-02-16T08:51:07

Posted: 2010/02/16 08:51:07 AM

Ahead of the official launch of the second phase of 60 luxury villas in the Tamarina Golf Estate & Beach Club in Mauritius, the Pam Golding Property (PGP) group's International & Projects Division has already received 32 reservations with a waiting list of 11 further purchasers...
Ahead of the official launch of the second phase of 60 luxury villas in the Tamarina Golf Estate & Beach Club in Mauritius, the Pam Golding Property (PGP) group's International & Projects Division has already received 32 reservations with a waiting li...

Harcourts now open in Louis Trichardt

2010-02-16T08:48:00

Posted: 2010/02/16 08:48:00 AM

International estate agency group Harcourts is now represented in Louis Trichardt in Limpopo, following the conversion of leading local agency Homenet Jana Marie to the global brand...
International estate agency group Harcourts is now represented in Louis Trichardt in Limpopo, following the conversion of leading local agency Homenet Jana Marie to the global brand.

This follows the establishment of a partnership between Harcour...

THERE IS STILL ACTIVITY IN COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MARKET, SAYS JHI

2010-02-16T08:47:07

Posted: 2010/02/16 08:47:07 AM

While the commercial property market in general continues to experience the impact of the economic downturn, the Western Cape region of national property management company JHI reports that despite this, activity...
While the commercial property market in general continues to experience the impact of the economic downturn, the Western Cape region of national property management company JHI reports that despite this, activity is still taking place in the market.
...

Breaking through ‘buyer’s block’

2010-02-12T14:23:24

Posted: 2010/02/12 02:23:24 PM

Finding the “dream home” that matches your budget is always a challenge and most homebuyers realise that they should put lots of time and effort into the search since this will be one of the most important purchases they will ever make...
Finding the “dream home” that matches your budget is always a challenge and most homebuyers realise that they should put lots of time and effort into the search since this will be one of the most important purchases they will ever make.

But no se...

New office for RealNet in Moreleta Park

2010-02-12T11:38:49

Posted: 2010/02/12 11:38:49 AM

The RealNet estate agency group has increased its number of offices in Pretoria with the opening of a new agency in Moreleta Park, east of the city...
The RealNet estate agency group has increased its number of offices in Pretoria with the opening of a new agency in Moreleta Park, east of the city.

The new franchise is owned by Veronica Potgieter, who says the brand has received an overwhelming...

Let the ‘trendies’ show you the way

2010-02-10T11:43:19

Posted: 2010/02/10 11:43:19 AM

With interest rates low and economic prospects looking better, the number of first-time buyers is rising again. But most are still looking for “bargains” and in this respect they might want to take a tip from best-selling author and motivational speaker...
With interest rates low and economic prospects looking better, the number of first-time buyers is rising again. But most are still looking for “bargains” and in this respect they might want to take a tip from best-selling author and motivational speaker Harve...

MAURITIAN PROPERTIES DRAW SOUTH AFRICAN BUYERS WITH SOUND VALUE AND CAPITAL GROWTH

2010-02-10T11:41:34

Posted: 2010/02/10 11:41:34 AM

South Africans continue to find value - with sound investment potential - in residential property on the idyllic island of Mauritius, reports Jonathan Tagg, director of Pam Golding Properties Mauritius...
South Africans continue to find value - with sound investment potential - in residential property on the idyllic island of Mauritius, reports Jonathan Tagg, director of Pam Golding Properties Mauritius.

"Amid the global economic crisis Mauritian ...

Celebrating Quick Commissions

2010-02-09T16:00:15

Posted: 2010/02/09 04:00:15 PM

In recognising the critical role estate agents play in the property business, national mortgage origination company Bond Choice has instituted a specially-designed swift payment system that negates the guesswork on when commissions will be paid...

In recognising the critical role estate agents play in the property business, national mortgage origination company Bon...

Onrus housing supply under pressure

2010-02-08T10:39:35

Posted: 2010/02/08 10:39:35 AM

A sharp increase in demand for residential units in Onrus near Hermanus is leading to shortages of homes for sale...
A sharp increase in demand for residential units in Onrus near Hermanus is leading to shortages of homes for sale.

Deon Esterhuyse, owner of the local Aida estate agency, reports that sales started improving in September last year and that the tr...

‘New units are best Cape Town buys’

2010-02-08T10:38:30

Posted: 2010/02/08 10:38:30 AM

If you’re looking for a great property investment in Cape Town, your best bet right now is an apartment or a townhouse in a new development...
If you’re looking for a great property investment in Cape Town, your best bet right now is an apartment or a townhouse in a new development.

That’s the word from Rob Stefanutto, MD of the Sotheby’s International Realty offices on the Atlantic Sea...

ESTATE LIVING REMAINS A HIGHLY DESIRABLE LIFESTYLE CHOICE

2010-02-03T09:18:06

Posted: 2010/02/03 09:18:06 AM

Over the past decade or more estate living has become a highly desirable lifestyle choice for many home buyers, coupled with sound long term investment potential. Situated within scenic, secure environments...
Over the past decade or more estate living has become a highly desirable lifestyle choice for many home buyers, coupled with sound long term investment potential. Situated within scenic, secure environments, they provide the added benefit of a low-maintenance...

Lydenburg property consumers pick Harcourts

2010-02-03T08:51:27

Posted: 2010/02/03 08:51:27 AM

The Harcourts brand is finding favour among property buyers and sellers in the Mpumalanga town of Lydenburg...
The Harcourts brand is finding favour among property buyers and sellers in the Mpumalanga town of Lydenburg.

“Our conversion from the Homenet brand to Harcourts at the end of last year has elicited an amazing reaction in the market,” says owner M...

STRONG DEMAND FOR PROPERTY IN MOZAMBIQUE

2010-01-27T08:35:03

Posted: 2010/01/27 08:35:03 AM

For many years a popular holiday destination for South Africans and Europeans, today Mozambique is a burgeoning tourist centre in Africa with a rapidly growing economy, improved infrastructure and easier access...
For many years a popular holiday destination for South Africans and Europeans, today Mozambique is a burgeoning tourist centre in Africa with a rapidly growing economy, improved infrastructure and easier access, says Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding P...

INTEREST RATE COMMENT BY DR ANDREW GOLDING, CE OF THE PAM GOLDING PROPERTY GROUP

2010-01-27T08:32:56

Posted: 2010/01/27 08:32:56 AM

While anticipated, the decision by the Monetary Policy Committee meeting to leave the repo rate unchanged (January 26, 2010) will disappoint many, as although we are seeing some positive indicators...
INTEREST RATE COMMENT BY DR ANDREW GOLDING, CE OF THE PAM GOLDING PROPERTY GROUP

"While anticipated, the decision by the Monetary Policy Committee meeting to leave the repo rate unchanged (January 26, 2010) will disappoint many, as although we ar...

BRISK SALES IN GORDON’S BAY OVER FESTIVE SEASON

2010-01-25T15:42:40

Posted: 2010/01/25 03:42:40 PM

Nestled at the foot of the Hottentots Holland mountain range lies one of the Cape’s best-kept secrets – the town of Gordon’s Bay. Not only does it occupy a spectacularly beautiful position between the mountains...
Nestled at the foot of the Hottentots Holland mountain range lies one of the Cape’s best-kept secrets – the town of Gordon’s Bay. Not only does it occupy a spectacularly beautiful position between the mountains and ocean, but it also has a wide variety ...

A HOME FIT FOR A MODERN-DAY KNIGHT OR FAMILY

2010-01-25T15:41:00

Posted: 2010/01/25 03:41:00 PM

A spectacular modern family home has come onto the market in the Boland town of Somerset West. The property is situated in the sought-after suburb of Monte Sereno – known for its upmarket family homes...

A spectacular modern family home has come onto the market in the Boland town of Somerset West. The property is situated in the sought-after suburb of Monte Sereno – known for its upmarket family homes. “Knightsview” is so named for its spectac...

Growing confidence buoys market in Hillcrest

2010-01-20T08:59:43

Posted: 2010/01/20 08:59:43 AM

Homebuyers are showing more confidence in all sectors of the property market in the Hillcrest area to the west of Durban...
Homebuyers are showing more confidence in all sectors of the property market in the Hillcrest area to the west of Durban.

Clint Ellice, owner of the local Chas Everitt International franchise, says activity in the market started picking up in the...

Green’ decorating does not have to be costly

2010-01-13T09:39:49

Posted: 2010/01/13 09:39:49 AM

Decorating that’s environmentally friendly need not be exorbitant – there are many ways to go ‘green’ even if you’re on a tight budget...
Decorating that’s environmentally friendly need not be exorbitant – there are many ways to go ‘green’ even if you’re on a tight budget.

So says Berry Everitt, CEO of the Chas Everitt International property group, who says a good place to start saving is to re-use what y...

Recovery in major centres points the way for property market

2010-01-13T09:38:28

Posted: 2010/01/13 09:38:28 AM

All the major metros in SA are showing signs of a property market recovery and this is likely to start spilling over into smaller centres soon...
All the major metros in SA are showing signs of a property market recovery and this is likely to start spilling over into smaller centres soon.

That’s the word from Gerhard Kotzé, CEO of the ERA South Africa property group, based on feedback from the group’s offices cou...