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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in South Africa
Resiliency, good interpersonal skills and willingness to go the extra mile. If this is you, then you just might be cut out for the life of a certified property practitioner. Being a real estate agent...
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HOW TO SHOW YOUR HOUSE SOME LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
Valentine’s Day is upon us! Whether you’re an avid enthusiast or a staunch non-believer, while you’re stocking up on heart-shaped treats and greets for bae (or for yourself, we&rsquo...
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RE/MAX SA NETWORK PERFORMANCE IN 2021
It can be overwhelming deciding who to partner with when selecting a real estate brand. We’re here to make your life a little easier by telling you why RE/MAX agents are the right choice. Whethe...
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IS IT WORTH BUYING A HOUSE TO RENT OUT?
Buying a house with the intent to rent it out can be a great passive investment move, right? You buy an affordable property, your tenants pay off your second home loan and you’ll have supplement...
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HOW THE NEW PROPERTY ACT AFFECTS AGENTS & CONSUMERS
From 01 February 2022, the new Property Practitioners Act officially comes into effect. While this should not affect consumers too drastically, there are a few items of which to be aware before conduc...
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GLOBAL PROPERTY GIANT TURNS 49
Each year, on the 30th of January, RE/MAX offices around the globe celebrate National Balloon & Founders Day. The day serves to acknowledge the official inauguration of the RE/MAX brand that occur...
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TOP 5 REASONS TO INVEST IN A HOME SECURITY SYSTEM
It can be costly to invest in home security or security devices. We wouldn’t blame you if you felt a little overwhelmed when deciding whether or not it is worth installing. To help put your mind...
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HOME LOANS GET MORE EXPENSIVE WITH LATEST INTEREST RATE HIKE
We start the year with the second instalment of interest rate hikes following the latest announcement by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to increase the repo rate by 25 basis points to 4%, leaving...
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RE/MAX NATIONAL HOUSING REPORT Q4 2021
Housing Market Activity Subsides
The fourth quarter of 2021 revealed a change in tide for the property market, either owing to seasonality or to the start of an equilibrium following the first inte...
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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE BANKS TO APPROVE A HOME LOAN IN SOUTH AFRICA?
Getting a home loan is one of the most important steps to becoming a property owner. But how does the bond application process work and how long does it take banks to approve a home loan in South Afri...
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