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Rental hunting is a bit like dating. There’s excitement, possibility… and a fair chance of disappointment if you don’t go in with a game plan. With the rental market heating up in hotspots like Cape Town, tenants need to move fast – but not carelessly. “It’s a competitive space out there, especially in the most …
Selling a business is one of the most significant financial decisions many entrepreneurs will make, yet industry experts say owners often underestimate the complexity of the process and the value of experienced professional guidance. Unlike selling other assets, a business sale involves far more than finding a willing buyer. Confidentiality, accurate valuations, buyer qualification, financing, …
South Africa’s two-pot retirement system is into its third year, and the numbers tell a sobering story. More than R60 billion has flowed out of savings pots since late 2024, with most of it going towards debt, school fees, and just getting by. This is the opposite of what most experts predicted when the system …
Most landlords don’t start out thinking about lease structures. They start out thinking about income, tenants and protecting their investment. The operational framework behind that lease, however, plays a significant role in how smoothly the asset performs over time. The question isn’t whether landlords are capable of managing their own properties – many are. The …
“If you’ve been waiting for the right time to sell, this is it.” That’s the advice from Roger Lotz, Franchisee at Rawson Properties Helderberg – and it’s a sentiment firmly backed by current market conditions. “We’re seeing a very clear imbalance between supply and demand,” Roger explains. “There simply aren’t enough properties available for the …
When the Rawson Property Group launched its national “Win a R2 Million Luxury Apartment” competition, the goal was clear: reward real estate clients with something that could genuinely change a life. That life-changing moment became reality for Nomsa Mabhena. After selling her property through Rawson’s Middelburg franchise during the 12-month competition period, Mabhena was automatically …
Rawson Auctions Western Cape will present two standout Western Cape investment opportunities on 25 February, offering local and international buyers the chance to acquire rare, income-generating lifestyle assets in some of the province’s most sought-after destinations. From a thriving smallholding in Langebaan’s prestigious Long Acres Country Estate to a 68-hectare mountain lifestyle farm in Tulbagh, …
Having weathered nearly two, full years of slow growth, it’s understandable that investors may be wary of expanding their property portfolios at present. When examined as part of the typical ten-year property cycle, however, current market conditions may not be as dire as they appear. In fact, experts say now could be the ideal time …
On Thursday, the South Africa Reserve Bank monetary policy committee announced a much-anticipated interest rate drop of 25 basis points. The decision – in line with most financial analyst’s predictions – takes the repo rate to 6.50% and the prime lending rate to 10% for the first time since November last year. While the cut …
After an extended period of slow growth for the South African rental market, landlords may well be feeling pessimistic about the future of their investments. Contrary to predictions, however, 2019 is turning out to be a relatively positive year for rental properties, with PayProp’s Rental Index for Q1 2019 showing Q4 2018 as a clear …
Early June saw the Rawson Property Group recognised for the third year in a row at the prestigious, international Global Brands Awards 2019. Held by Global Brands Awards Magazine, the annual event recognises exception national and international brands in Real Estate, Banking/Finance, Technology, Hospitality, Insurance, Investment, Lifestyle and more. This year, the Rawson Property Group …
How to make the most of property investments in times of change: It’s not surprising that many prospective property buyers are reluctant to dive into a long-term investment. According to Schalk van der Merwe, franchisee at the Rawson Properties Helderberg Group, this uncertainty has played a major role in dampening the South African property market. …
A recent announcement saw the Rawson Property Group awarded not one, but three Global Brands Awards in a veritable coup for the well-known South African property brand. The Group’s wins include Best Real Estate Marketing Brand (South Africa), Most Innovative Real Estate Brand (South Africa) and the highly coveted all-rounder, Best Real Estate Brand (South …
Winter is always a tough season for homes and gardens, regardless of whether your local climate is wet or dry. Without the right preparation, storms, heavy winds, cold snaps and snow can cause lasting damage to your property, making winter proofing one of the best ways to protect the value of your home. David Jacobs, …
