When it comes to the sale of your property, there are more options available to you when choosing a method of sale than simply listing your property for a fixed price. In fact, according to the latest Harcourts figures, the number of auctions being performed around the country is up massively from last year.
So, why are people choosing to sell their homes in this way, and what are the alternatives?
Topics: Selling, Advice, Financial Advice
During yesterday's mid-term budget speech by newly appointed Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni, key factors putting a lot of strain on our economy were addressed in a more aggressive stance. However, the time for talk is over, and we need to see the results of policies and implementation plans otherwise economic stagnation will continue to remain a major concern.
Topics: Richard Gray, Finance, Financial Advice, Harcourts Real Estate
Getting a foot onto the property ladder is certainly no easy feat, and it’s easy to see why many young people simply give up their dreams of home ownership. But the fact is, the rewards of property investment ultimately outweigh the effort. To help you get started in your property investment journey, here is our advice for young property investors.
Topics: Advice, Property Markets, Investing in Property, Financial Advice
Getting a mortgage has always been harder for people with bad credit. But having bad credit doesn’t necessarily mean the end of the road when it comes to buying property. By working with a mortgage adviser or mortgage broker, we’ll analyse your credit situation against the various lending policies, and find the best possible solution to fit your needs.
Topics: Advice, First Home Buyer, Bad Credit Home LOan, Bad credit, Financial Advice, Home Loan Advice
“There are various ways a rent-to-buy option can be structured and equally as many ways that these deals can go awry.”
Rent-to-buy gives cash-strapped homebuyers the option to own a property in the area of their choice however make sure they read the fine print carefully warn property experts. It is also an option for sellers whose properties have been on the market for a while.
Topics: Property Management, Buying, Richard Gray, Harcourts South Africa, Financial Advice, Weighing up rent to buy