Property market outlook for SA buyers and investors As South Africans reel from the news of a 2.2% GDP decline in the first quarter of 2018, property experts remain optimistic about forecasts for the remainder of the year. The property market, which has been experiencing some lethargy since early 2017, is not predicted to see…
Lending to home buyers still on the rise The average size of bond granted in SA has grown 7.7% in the past 12 months to R934 000, according to bond originator BetterBond. Chief executive Rudi Botha says the company’s latest statistics also show that there has been an 11% increase in the total value of…
Pick the right property to start building your investment portfolio Investing in property is an option many South Africans consider as it offers an excellent extra source of income. Over time the rental income from the property increases while the balance of the mortgage decreases. By the time the investor is ready to retire, if…