Marlinda Bester agent profile

Marlinda Bester

More about Marlinda

Marlinda Bester, dynamic business co-owner of Harcourts Southern Cape serving the Swellendam, Caledon, Riviersonderend, Barrydale / Suurbraak, Heidelberg, Riversdale, Witsand / Infanta and Malgas area. Marlinda started her career in 2017 as a real estate rental agent at Chas Everitt. In 2020 she and her husband became the proud owners of Harcourts Southern Cape, the biggest growing Real Estate brand globally with offices in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the USA, China, Fiji... to name only a few - with more than 143 offices in South Africa.

Being focused, tenacious and very determined, Marlinda has successfully transformed from being in the finance industry in Local Government for 13 years to a Real Estate specialist (Qualified Professional Property Practitioner with a National Certificate (NQF5): Real Estate).

At the Harcourts Southern Cape Office, we strive to exceed the expectations of both buyer and seller and to make our expertise and experience available to the benefit of all parties concerned. Our goal is to give the client an honest and fair appraisal at all times and to obtain the highest price for their home in the shortest period of time. We also live the value of our brand: Being Courageous; Doing the Right thing; People First; and Fun and Laughter. Marlinda and her teams at Harcourts serve clients with passion, integrity and dedication.

Should you wish to join a winning team as an existing or aspiring agent, or when serious about selling property and purchasing your ultimate home, we would love to assist in making it happen.

Estate Agent Property News Articles

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

Africa’s Wealth Boom: What It Means for South Africa’s Property Market

27 Aug 2025

Africa’s millionaire population is set to soar by 65% over the next decade, according to the newly released Africa Wealth Report 2025 by Henley & Partners and New World Wealth. This rapid growth is reshaping the continent’s economic map — and South Africa, with its thriving high-end real estate sector, stands to benefit significantly.

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.

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.