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Homeowners cover peace of mind – and peace in the home!

Most of us are eternal optimists - we hope to lead a trouble-free life, and we don't usually go around courting disaster. But insurers tend to know better. They know that, well, stuff happens, and th...

Understanding the bond registration process

The home-buying journey can sometimes seem endless. If you're with a bond originator like BetterBond , you'll have someone to hold your hand along the way but, at some point, the attorneys will step ...

What you need to know about buying off-plan

If you're in the market to buy property, have you considered looking at something that might not exist yet? Perhaps your perfect place has not yet been built, and buying off-plan could be the solutio...

How to make the best of your bonus

Home-owners who are fortunate enough to receive a 13 th cheque or a bonus payment at the end of the year should use at least part of it to reduce the capital portion of their home loan .   That’s the...

Preparing for the house hunt Pre-qualifying should be part of your plan

There’s a growing trend in South Africa towards home loan pre-qualification, with both buyers and sellers placing far more prominence on financial preparedness. ‘Pre-what?’ you ask? Let’s unpack that...