Mardge Bahetanye

According to the latest PayProp rental data, the rental market has not only recovered from the woes of the COVID-19 pandemic, but rental growth has hit the highest levels since 2017.

Local and international buyers are rediscovering South Africa’s beautiful small towns with their often top-quality lifestyle, and locations not too far from bigger towns or cities

Undeniably, a property that lacks proper maintenance can quickly deteriorate, becoming outmoded and falling into disrepair. The inevitable conclusion? Such a home would command a lower asking price when it finally hits the market. But, the million-dollar question remains: what are the decisive actions homeowners can take to ensure their property not only maintains its allure but possibly grows in value?