KZN Property sees R75 million in sales in 15 days
Property investment is growing despite the challenges Although property is and has remained one of the most stable assets here in South Africa, property investment is no longer a pursuit of only the wealthy. With a range of price points and offerings, many consumers are opting to gain a foothold in the property market or […]
OceanDune’s Architectural vision: Designed to honour the ocean
Designed by John van Wyk from Craft of Architecture (COA), OceanDune is designed to pay homage to its unique coastal location while creating a resort-like atmosphere within a community-centric estate. As the first residential estate developed within the Sibaya Coastal Precinct, OceanDune is a dream made real. Developed on wild land, this estate set the […]
Gold Coast Estate: designed to connect you to your community
The demand for convenient living grows ever stronger, and people are looking to invest in primary-use property which will enhance their lifestyle. The market’s desire for what is termed ‘blended living’ is driving much of the buyer activity along KZN’s North Coast, especially within key growth areas like the Sibaya Coastal Precinct. Sibaya’s positioning and […]
#PropertyUncut with Charles Thompson Episode 12
When is the best time to invest in property and what should you be investing in? With the interest rate as low as it is currently, there is no better time to make a property acquisition than now. Whether you are a first-time buyer or someone who has a large portfolio, here are some things […]
Top tips from the Devmco Group: How to make your first property investment
Before you buy a property, there are many things that should be considered like your affordability, how to get the best bond and when to make a purchase. Here we cover some of these topics in a bit more detail: Financial fitness Before a financial institution grants you a home loan, or bond, they will […]
#PropertyUncut with Charles Thompson Episode 11
The easing of lockdown will bring with it the ‘new norm’ in property development and estate living. The way in which estates are designed and developed will have to change in order to accommodate this, while also showing the market that developers are doing what they can to futureproof estates. Developers are also rethinking the […]
Live your retirement years the way you want
As property developers, it is important that we know our market and take time to listen to what people want and need when it comes to property. Modern retirees are demanding more when it comes to how they live their retirement years, and there is a big emphasis on having security while still retaining independence […]
#PropertyUncut with Charles Thompson Episode 10
With an undersupply of good quality retirement opportunities in KZN, many people have been asking where they should invest and what should they be looking out for when they do. Amongst several factors, here are some of the things we believe are important when investing in a retirement property: Location (proximity to beaches, access to […]
#PropertyUncut with Charles Thompson Episode 9
Thank you to those of you who joined our live Q&A session. The last live session delved deeper into Sibaya to look at how its catalytic nature accelerates job creation and the economy, what investment opportunities already exist within the precinct, what is happening with upcoming developments and a future value forecast. Sibaya Snapshot • […]
#PropertyUncut: Is property a better investment vehicle than a bank?
With interest rates being at their lowest in 47 years, the cost of loaning money from a bank, through a mortgage bond, has never been cheaper. In the property sector we use the term “gearing” which refers to the principle of utilising a loan in order to generate profit in excess of the loan amount. […]