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4 Things You Should Know About the Bond Registration Process in South Africa

The bond registration process in South Africa is fairly simple to understand but it can be daunting. The information, paperwork, and clauses that homebuyers...

Mortgage originators, unnecessary middlemen or consumer's friend?

For anyone who has purchased a home, the phrase "mortgage originator" may be a familiar term. Your estate agent, or property practitioner as they are now...

Property bridging: what is it and is it the best solution for you?

Property bridging can be a lifeline for sellers during the selling process. The reason why it is so appealing is that sellers often find themselves in...

Interest Rates Explained (And How You Can Reduce It on Your Home Loan)

The prime lending rate recently rose to 9% and reports are forecasting that South Africans can expect a few more increases during this year. This will affect...

5 Tips for Choosing the Right Home Insurance

Choosing the right home insurance can be a headache especially if you are a first-time buyer. How do you know which insurer is the best fit for you?

A Basic Guide to Home Refinancing

Home refinancing is something that many homeowners do once they have purchased a house. There are various reasons why people refinance their home but...

Common Bond Rejections and How to Improve Your Chances

Bond rejection can hurt pretty badly especially if you had your heart set on a specific house. The best thing to do is to get up, dust yourself off, and...

5 Tips for Buying a House with Student Debt

Having student debt really puts a pause on your life because it consumes a huge chunk of your money. If you are still studying then it takes up a lot of your...

Affording a Home on a Single Income

If you are part of a single-income household then you probably think that you will never afford your own home. Life is expensive and houses even more so.

Applying For a Home Loan? Here Are 5 Ways to Speed Up the Process!

Failing to prepare is preparing to fail, as the old saying goes, and it is no different when it comes to applying for your home loan.

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