Cohabiting before marriage and even opting not to go the legal marriage route is commonplace these days and many cohabiting partners are looking to purchase property together, often as first-time buyers.

Earning a bigger salary helps…but only if you manage your spending. Whether your salary is big or small, if you are not in control of your spending you are unlikely to be incontrol of your financial future. To change your spending habits, change your financial situation and change your future, you need a plan. Something that tells you where you are and where you’re going, a map to the financial future you’ve set your eyes on.

In times of uncertainty, property remains a safe and reliable investment. Here are some helpful tips for those new to the game. In times of

Courtesy of MoneyWeb Over the past three years, the property sector has found itself in a tough and volatile space. The past 12 months particularly,

With all indications that the Monetary Policy Committee would retain the status quo, it was no surprise that the decision was taken to leave the

Courtesy of: https://www.lightstoneproperty.co.za/adminNews/news.aspx By: Johann van Tonder, Economist at Momentum and Herman van Papendorp, Head of Investment Research & Asset Allocation at Momentum Investments. Highlights

By Silindile Leseyane Sourced From http://sapropertyinsider.co.za/ There is an old proverb that says, “Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors”. It is through the storms

The Absa Homeowner Sentiment Index (HSI) indicates the consumer confidence level regarding the property market in South Africa. While understanding the overall confidence level of consumers gives us an important overall reference and hence remains important, we also measure various aspects of consumers’ confidence levels. We refer to these as “sub-indices” in this report and among these we measure sentiments about the current timing for buying, selling and investing in property.

There are practical advantages for those thinking about transferring their property to their family instead of bequeathing it to them after their death but there

The 90 days’ written notice only represents intent to settle. It does not mean that the bond will be cancelled 90 days from the date

We simplify the legal jargon and answer some of the essential questions around capital gains tax and when and why it is applicable to homeowners.

Once you find your dream home, and put in an offer that’s accepted, you’ll need a conveyancing attorney to transfer ownership to you. The conveyancing

Article summary TheGovernment Employees Housing Scheme (GEHS) enables employees of the SouthAfrican Government to own their own houses at a much more affordable rate. Governmentemployees