Archive | July, 2010
Do the Banks really want to lend?
Despite the recent increase in market activity and uptick in prices, the recovery of the property market still hangs in the balance – and will be tipped one way or another by the banks. That’s the word from mortgage originator Property Factor, which says in its latest newsletter that while the banks are advertising 100% [...]
Continue reading...Selling through an Estate Agent
16. July 2010
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We all know the process of selling through an estate agent. You select a couple of them, who value your property and you then select the one you want to instruct (usually the one who promises to get you the highest price). Someone then comes out to take photos, they put your property on the [...]
Continue reading...Deals Falling over
16. July 2010
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Having a property deal fall over has always been a hazard in any property market. However in a boom market these problems can be shorter lived because of the abundance of buyers and the speed at which properties transfer. However in the current market a deal falling over is not only more likely to occur, [...]
Continue reading...Inherited Property
16. July 2010
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When someone passes away, regardless of whether it is expected or not, there are often many time consuming and costly tasks that often have to be dealt with in this very emotional and stressful time. Inheriting a property can be a burden, especially if you are left with the responsibility of getting it sold. Properties [...]
Continue reading...Divorce
16. July 2010
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This is always a difficult time with lots to sort out and usually very emotional for all parties concerned. As well as restructuring your life and the lives of your children, you will need to find new accommodation, meet with Attorneys, make arrangements for the children and potentially sell the family home in order to [...]
Continue reading...Distressed properties Introduction
16. July 2010
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Due to the current economic down turn and the substantial increase in unemployment, it is not going to come as news to you that repossessions are now at record levels. With repossession becoming an ever increasing reality for many families in the South Africa, it is important that everyone understands not only the long term [...]
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20. July 2010
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