SHOULD YOU PAY OFF YOUR BOND – OR INVEST?

Should you Pay off your Bond – or Invest?

We intrinsically know that paying off a bond as soon as possible is a good thing. But how does it compare with other alternatives to building a long-term nest egg?   So says Gareth Bailey, Pam Golding Properties area principal for Durban Coastal, referencing an article by Hereford Group and Alexander Forbes: “The obvious and main […]

Easy to see why Mauritius is a Magnet for South African Property Investors

Where investment and lifestyle meet Conveniently accessible via short, direct flights from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, the idyllic tropical island of Mauritius is proving irresistible as a destination of choice for South African property investors seeking to diversify their investment portfolios as well as buyers looking to acquire residency for themselves or their immediate family. Coupled […]

USEFUL ADVICE FOR BUYING A HOLIDAY HOME

Useful Advice for Buying a Holiday Home

The stresses of work, city living and simply the ongoing ‘daily grind’ see many people looking to realise their dream of owning a holiday home where they can kick back and unwind with family and friends on weekends or longer getaways – or ultimately, even relocate.   According to FNB, house prices in towns typically […]

EASY TO SEE WHY MAURITIUS IS A MAGNET FOR SOUTH AFRICAN PROPERTY INVESTORS

Mauritius is a magnet for South African property buyers

Conveniently accessible via short, direct flights from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, the idyllic tropical island of Mauritius is proving irresistible as a destination of choice for South African property investors seeking to diversify their investment portfolios as well as buyers looking to acquire residency for themselves or their immediate family.   Coupled with this, […]

THE FUNDAMENTAL SHIFT IN SOUTH AFRICA’S PROPERTY MARKET

The Fundamental Shift in South Africa’s Property Market

New players take centre stage It seems that the current property landscape, characterised by some dramatic highs and lows, depending on where you are situated, is as complex as the country’s existing socio-political status. Complexity aside, listening to Dr Andrew Golding, chief executive of the Pam Golding Property Group address the media last week, a […]

IS THE MILLENNIAL KITCHEN DISAPPEARING

Is the Millennial Kitchen Disappearing?

The cost of ordering in will continue to decline, say researchers It’s always fascinating when innovation, property and lifestyle trends meet –  these, often driven by the financial catalysts in our midst. As property prices in cities soar, one of these global trends is the decline of the size of the home. And one of […]

Atlantic Seaboard's Holiday Rental Market Heats Up

Atlantic Seaboard’s Holiday Rental Market Heats Up

Pam Golding Properties has confirmed a short-term let of R540 000 for one of their listed high-end homes. Holiday rental activity is gaining momentum along the Atlantic Seaboard, particularly in Camps Bay and surrounds. Pam Golding Properties has confirmed a short-term let of R540 000 for one of their listed high-end homes. “The relaxing of water restrictions following the […]

Emerging Economic Nodes Boost Surrounding Property Markets

Emerging Economic Nodes Boost Surrounding Property Markets

Business is booming, and it is not just happening in the traditional central business district of Cape Town’s city centre. Business is booming, and it is not just happening in the traditional central business district of Cape Town’s city centre. It can be seen in the emerging economic nodes of Claremont, Tygervalley Waterfront and Century […]

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The Digital Disruption in Real Estate, Andrew Golding Comments

Why real estate service is not ‘much of a muchness’ In a world of digitisation, technological service is on offer in almost every industry. The question is, to what extent is there a digital disruption in South Africa’s residential property space – and how does this change the buying, selling and renting of most people’s […]

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Youth are the future of South Africa says Andrew Golding

Medium Term Budget Policy Statement seeks to inspire investor and market confidence in South Africa.   “From a housing perspective, extremely welcome is the announcement of R1 billion in housing subsidies to help low to middle income households gain access to affordable home loans, to enable them to acquire their own homes and achieve security […]