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The 30-Year Problem in Sectional Title Ownership
The 30-Year Problem in Sectional Title Ownership
09 Jun 2026
Sales
Most South African sectional title owners don't know this, and the day they find out is...
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Sectional Title as an Investment: The Opportunity, the Risks, and What the Numbers Are Telling Us
Sectional Title as an Investment: The Opportunity, the Risks, and What the Numbers Are Telling Us
05 Jun 2026
Sales
Sectional title is one of the most accessible entry points into South African property...
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When Selling Your Unit Is the Smartest Financial Move You Can Make
When Selling Your Unit Is the Smartest Financial Move You Can Make
05 Jun 2026
Sales
Nobody wants to sell under pressure. The instinct when financial stress sets in — when...
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Buying at a Sheriff's Auction: The Hidden Costs Most Bidders Never See Coming
Buying at a Sheriff's Auction: The Hidden Costs Most Bidders Never See Coming
05 Jun 2026
Sales
Sheriff's auctions attract attention for one reason: the headline price. A property that...
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You Don't Own As Much As You Think: The Sectional Title Constraint Every Owner Needs to Understand
You Don't Own As Much As You Think: The Sectional Title Constraint Every Owner Needs to Understand
04 Jun 2026
Sales
That carport you built. The balcony you enclosed. The wall you moved. They might not be...
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Sectional Title Insurance: What's Covered, What Isn't, and Why the Gap Could Cost You
Sectional Title Insurance: What's Covered, What Isn't, and Why the Gap Could Cost You
04 Jun 2026
Sales
Of all the misconceptions that follow people into sectional title ownership, insurance is...
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One in Three Isn't Paying: South Africa's Levy Crisis and What It Means for You
One in Three Isn't Paying: South Africa's Levy Crisis and What It Means for You
04 Jun 2026
Sales
When Stratafin began analysing sectional title schemes across South Africa in 2014, levy...
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Don't Over-Capitalise Your Sectional Title Unit
Don't Over-Capitalise Your Sectional Title Unit
04 Jun 2026
Sales
It's a familiar story. An owner buys a sectional title unit, decides to renovate, and...
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The vertical address
The vertical address
02 Jun 2026
Sales
There's a quiet shift happening in Sandton's upper market, and most buyers haven't caught...
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The Drive Home Test: The Most Honest Question You'll Ever Ask About a Property
The Drive Home Test: The Most Honest Question You'll Ever Ask About a Property
25 May 2026
Sales
There's a moment every serious buyer knows — and it has nothing to do with square...
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Why Honesty Pays — A Seller's Case for Full Disclosure
Why Honesty Pays — A Seller's Case for Full Disclosure
21 May 2026
Sales
You've made the decision to sell. You've thought about the price, the presentation, the...
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The Hidden Financial Risks of Buying Into a Poorly Run Body Corporate
The Hidden Financial Risks of Buying Into a Poorly Run Body Corporate
19 May 2026
Sales
You've found the unit. The location is right, the price works, and the photos look great....
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Levies Explained: The Hidden Cost of Buying Into the Wrong Scheme
Levies Explained: The Hidden Cost of Buying Into the Wrong Scheme
19 May 2026
Sales
It happens at almost every sectional title sale. The buyer receives their first levy...
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What Every Property Buyer Needs to Know About Sectional Titles
What Every Property Buyer Needs to Know About Sectional Titles
19 May 2026
Sales
Sectional title is one of the most common forms of property ownership in South Africa....
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Why North-Facing Homes Matter in Winter
Why North-Facing Homes Matter in Winter
13 May 2026
Sales
There are two versions of every home. The one you fall in love with during a sunny...
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The Real Reasons Your Home Loan Was Declined — And How to Fix Them
The Real Reasons Your Home Loan Was Declined — And How to Fix Them
29 Apr 2026
Sales
Purchasing a home is one of life's most significant financial decisions — and receiving a...
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Why a Holiday Home Might Be Your Best Investment Yet!
Why a Holiday Home Might Be Your Best Investment Yet!
21 Apr 2026
Sales
Imagine having a place that’s entirely yours—where weekends feel longer, holidays feel...
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Furnished vs Unfurnished: How Presentation Impacts Buyers 
Furnished vs Unfurnished: How Presentation Impacts Buyers 
26 Mar 2026
Sales
When selling your property, your furniture isn’t part of the deal—but it plays a powerful...
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Auctioning Your Property in South Africa: When It Makes Sense for Sellers
Auctioning Your Property in South Africa: When It Makes Sense for Sellers
17 Mar 2026
Sales
Auctions in South Africa still carry an outdated stigma. Many people associate them with...
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Special Levies: Seller or Buyer — Who’s Actually Responsible?
Special Levies: Seller or Buyer — Who’s Actually Responsible?
17 Mar 2026
Sales
A special levy is usually additional to your normal monthly levy, not a replacement for...
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Subject to sale offers- Should I Buy and sell my home at the same time?
Subject to sale offers- Should I Buy and sell my home at the same time?
12 Mar 2026
Sales
Buying and selling a home at the same time can feel complicated, especially when timing...
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The Real Costs of Buying a Home in South Africa — 2026 Guide
The Real Costs of Buying a Home in South Africa — 2026 Guide
12 Mar 2026
Sales
Buying a home is one of the most exciting financial milestones — but the listed price is...
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Should You Renovate or Buy a New Home?
Should You Renovate or Buy a New Home?
12 Mar 2026
Sales
Do I upgrade my current home or move into a new one? In South Africa’s current property...
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Why New Year Is One of the Best Times to Buy Property
Why New Year Is One of the Best Times to Buy Property
06 Jan 2026
Sales
If you’re thinking about buying property in South Africa, timing matters — and January is...
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