Alet Smit agent profile

Alet Smit

eXp Realty / Property Practitioner

More about Alet

I am Alet Smit, previously Veldman, mother of 3 children, 7 grandchildren and lives in Ramsgate with Lourence Smit, my husband and partner in crime of 10 years. We are living in Manaba Beach on the South Coast of Kwa Zulu Natal and loving every minute of it. We moved to the South Coast five years ago, to semi-retire and then found out that it is still not the time to retire after all, I am passionate about people, as I am a trained nurse, I am very sensitive to people`s needs and can relate with people`s struggles and needs. I am in Real Estate for 15 years now and enjoy every moment of it! I have vast experience in all kinds of real estate, residential, industrial, share block, businesses, farms, smallholdings and specialize in Sectional Title. When I am not working, I love walking on the beach with my husband and little Yorkie Basco, I love baking and creating with chocolate as I am a keen chocolatier. I had a little chocolate shop a few years ago and loved it. I also love gardening and sewing, making teddies etc etc. I am dedicated and trustworthy. Everything I have is just borrowed and a blessing from God, Everything I am is of His Grace.

Estate Agent Property News Articles

Market & Opinion

Selling an Overpriced Property: How to Bounce Back and Attract Buyers

18 Aug 2025

When it comes to selling a home, every property owner dreams of securing the best possible price. Unfortunately, one of the most common mistakes sellers make is setting the price too high. While it might seem like a good idea to “test the market,” overpricing can backfire, leaving a home stuck on the market for months, attracting little interest, and eventually forcing the seller to accept less than fair value.

Featured Professional

Michelle Severin - Living and working among the big five

26 Aug 2025

This Women’s Month, we’re celebrating the remarkable women shaping South Africa’s property market, and Michelle Severin is a shining example. With nearly a decade as a qualified agent and a deep passion for connecting people with their dream homes, Michelle has built an award-winning career at Century 21 Wildlife.

Industry

Overpricing Costs South African Homeowners Time and Money, New MyProperty Report Finds

10 Sep 2025

South African homeowners risk losing both time and value when they overprice their properties, according to the newly released MyProperty Sentiment Index 2025. The report, based on feedback from over 200 estate agents, reveals that over 75% of homes end up selling below the asking price — and in many cases only after extended delays.

Market & Opinion

The property market finds its footing again - here's what's driving the recovery

22 Oct 2025

The latest FNB Estate Agents Survey for Q3 2025 paints a cautiously optimistic picture of South Africa’s residential property market. After months of uncertainty, market activity, agent confidence, and buyer sentiment have all improved, particularly in the affordable housing segment, which continues to drive growth nationwide.