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Using a trust to buy a property
A trust is a legal entity created by a trust founder that can be used to purchase and own property. Once a trust is created, all assets are placed into the trust by either the trust founder donatin...
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Be prepared for the unexpected
Owning a home is a long-term commitment that can span a lifetime. While we all hope for the best, it is likely that at some stage during our lives, a home emergency of some kind will strike, so it...
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Plan to succeed
Consumers who aspire to purchase a property during 2017 will need to take of their financial position into account and make adjustments where necessary to achieve their goal, says Adrian Goslett, R...
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Is it possible to terminate a lease agreement without recourse?
There are a number of possible reasons that could arise that lead to a tenant wanting to terminate their lease agreement before it has run it course, however, it is possible for them to get out of...
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Look out for restrictions on your property
Owning a property does not mean that the owner is entitled to do whatever they want to the property. Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, says that every pr...
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Is your agent right for you?
Putting your home on the market for the first time can be an overwhelming experience, as often it is a person’s most valuable asset. Having the right real estate professional by your side wil...
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Dealing with defects
The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) was introduced to protect consumers engaged in commercial transactions with businesses to avoid the consumer being treated unfairly. Unless a property buyer is pur...
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Things to consider before building a home
Instead of purchasing an existing property some buyers like the idea of buying a stand and building a home to their specifications. While this can be a very fulfilling experience with many benefits...
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What happens to your rental deposit?
It is the general practice in today’s rental market for landlords to request a deposit from their tenants before they move into the property, says Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and CEO of...
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The ins and outs of a usufruct
The definition of a usufruct is a legal right given by an owner to someone who is not the owner, to use the owner’s property for a certain period, usually for the remainder of that person&rsq...
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