Commercial property agents in SA are available for business people or anyone looking to buy offices, factories or perhaps shop space if that's the kind of company you own. Any agent will take a commission on the sale of a property although these fees will be negotiable from one person to the next. If you are looking for this type of property and you deal with a professional agency then just exercise a little caution on the commission issue. They work extremely hard to build up contacts and leads to know where to find the best sales and accommodate you and your needs and may feel you are trying to rip them off if you try to negotiate a commission with them that they feel is too low, just try not to push it. Commercial property agents in South Africa will help you to find a wine farm for instance,… Read More

Buying guest houses that are for sale is not the same as purchasing a house. You are buying real estate and an accommodation business all in one so there are many more factors to take into consideration. You should not make the decision to buy a place on your own in this case, it is much wiser to get a second opinion especially from somebody who has business experience and/or knows the property market inside out. As always, perhaps more so in this case, location is important. There are many guest houses for sale in South Africa and in fact throughout the world and as you will be going to buy a place to run as an accommodation business there are lots of factors to consider.   Location Have a good look around the area in which you are considering buying, are there shops close by? If the property is… Read More

Many people prefer to buy a house on auction here in SA, bank repossessed property often gets auctioned at low prices and those bargains can be picked up. Purchasing properties in this manner is very different to buying through an estate agent and the purchaser will be required to have usually between five and ten percent of the purchase price available as a deposit. This money gets held in a trust account to ensure legal compliance. The property catalogue at an auction will usually display an auctioneers commission payable on the sale and will vary between auctions. The following seven tips to buying a house on auction will help you to purchase the right property quickly, easily and with hassle. Buying an asset as expensive as a property can be a very stressful and anxiety-causing process, but with the right guidance and advice, you can ensure that you follow the… Read More

If you are looking to purchase a property as an investment, you should look for some advice on buying a place and letting it out. Renting out a property can bring in welcome extra income and you can wait until the property market is better and sell your home for a profit. If you price the rent right, you will be able to pay off your monthly home loan premiums with interest, and you may have some extra left over which will add to your own money, or it will allow you to pay off your debt quicker. Finding the right place to hire out, finding tenants and coming up with a marketable agreement can, however, be somewhat daunting. The following tips and advice will help you to make the best choices in finding the perfect property for the rental market and finding the right tenants to hire it out… Read More

Repossessed SA houses and real estate is becoming increasingly available these days and banks repossess a large number of homes and property as a result of people not able to afford to keep up with their monthly bond repayments. South Africa is not the only country in the world where people can buy homes that have been taken by the bank in order to cover financial loss because of non-payment. Bargains can often be picked up by investors or anyone looking for a good deal on properties and various repo auctions are held throughout the country on a regular basis. If you are in the market for a repossessed house then know that these bargains are not on the market for long so you have to be quick. Also, be prepared to have to spend some extra money on renovations and repairs to a home that has been taken back… Read More

PamGolding.co.za is the website of South Africa's largest independent real estate group that boasts over thirty thousand properties for sale or rent. The Pam Golding international property group has grown so much since being founded in 1976 that it now employs over 3000 people both nationally and internationally. The group operates in both the commercial and residential sectors which includes wine farms, game farms, golf estates, hotels, holiday rentals, long-term rentals and offshore property investments to name but a few examples.   About Pam Golding Properties Pam Golding operates throughout South Africa and offers a wide range of different types of properties from low to high prices. They also rent properties throughout the country and offer vacant properties, developments, hotels, lodges, guest houses and more. Pam Golding is one of the most popular and successful property businesses in the country.     What areas does Pam Golding operate in? The… Read More