Comment on the Budget Speech 2016

24 February 2016
Recently re-appointed Finance Minister, Pravin Gordhan, started his address to South Africans in this year’s budget speech with a simple message: “We are strong enough, resilient enough...
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Become an agent

03 February 2016
Become a real estate agent with RE/MAX and be part of an award winning team with astronomical personal and professional growth potential.    In terms of transaction sides and...
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Credibility goes far

03 February 2016
According to an MMR Strategy Group study, RE/MAX has been named the number one real estate company. For this reason, it’s advantageous to you to have a reputable name behind you when you st...
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The effects of moving on children

03 February 2016
While there are many exciting aspects about moving to a new home, the move itself can be a very stressful process, particularly for the children. A change in routine and possible lifestyle can brin...
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Be wise with water

02 February 2016
With summer in full swing, these persistent hot days are a constant reminder of the concerning water levels throughout the country. Water shortages have become a burning issue with many regions thr...
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Occupational rent explained

29 January 2016
Regardless of whether someone is on the selling or buying end of a property transaction, it is imperative that they are familiar with all the conditions that the offer to purchase stipulates, says...
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Rate increases by 50 basis points

28 January 2016
As most economists had predicted, the Reverse Bank has announced another rate hike at today’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting, bringing the benchmark repo rate up to 6.75% and the prime len...
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Could the weaker rand benefit the country?

27 January 2016
A part from other economic factors such as the interest rate and the level of inflation, South Africa’s exchange rate is one of the most vital aspects to the health of the country’s eco...
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Setting an asking price

15 January 2016
While it is possible for homeowners to research certain information online, there is no programme or site available online to those outside of the real estate profession that can accurately value y...
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Buy or sell, what's the right order?

13 January 2016
With the competitive environment surrounding today’s real estate market, some homeowners who have decided to move to another property may find themselves asking whether it is best to first se...
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