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property investing Insights Education 14 November 2024

EasyProperties Investment Update - November 2024
As of November 2024, EasyProperties manages a total of 41 properties for our investors, with a dynamic mix that includes urban apartments, luxury student accommodation, industrial properties, and both short- and long-term stay properties, along with some sought after coastal locations. We currently have 9 properties under construction, ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 14 November 2024

Reverse Semigration Heats Up South Africa's Property Market
South Africa's property market is undergoing a fascinating shift. After years of people leaving major metros for a more relaxed pace in coastal towns or the countryside, there's a noticeable swing in the opposite direction.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 23 September 2024

The Tungsten: Modern Living and Investment in Atholl
The Atholl property market has long been known for its stability and high appeal, particularly for long-term residents who value proximity to key business hubs like Sandton. In this exclusive area where free-standing houses dominate, The Tungsten stands out as a modern, forward-thinking development that is designed to cater to a new ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 31 August 2024

Women Lead Property Ownership in South Africa
Lightstone explores how women are outpacing men in South Africa’s property market, owning a significant share of properties, and see how their preferences in cars have evolved over the past decade.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 23 July 2024

Student Accommodation seeing growth and demand
Investing in student accommodation property has become increasingly popular among real estate investors. This niche market offers a range of benefits, including stable demand, attractive yields, and relatively low vacancy rates.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 3 July 2024

Get a Foot in the Property Door
Think owning prime real estate is out of reach? Think again! Capo Cassidy from Call of the Search shows how EasyProperties is making real estate investment easy and affordable. With just a few bucks, you can own a piece of top properties.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 6 June 2024

EasyProperties Property Investment Updates May 2024
In the ever-evolving world of property, staying informed about the progress of your investments is crucial. We've got some updates for our EasyProperties community on a number of different properties, here they are:
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 4 June 2024

Cape Winelands living at Devonbosch
Our VP of Brand, Carly Esterhuizen, shares how she spent the day at Devonbosch – an estate available to invest in via EasyProperties.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 31 May 2024

Cape Town Property Market: A Haven for Digital Nomads
Cape Town’s property market is buzzing with exciting developments, particularly with the introduction of the digital nomad visa under the updated Immigration Act regulations. This new visa is a significant opportunity for those investing in short-term stay apartments in Cape Town.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 7 May 2024

This investor aims to be financially independent by 45
Moses Mahlangu is 29 years old and has been investing for the last 4 years. He’s got his goals in check: he wants to achieve financial independence by the time he gets to 45.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 15 April 2024

Volley Brooklyn Launch: A Night to Remember!
Last Thursday, we had the opportunity to represent EasyProperties at the grand opening of Volley Brooklyn in Pretoria, hosted by the Bow and Arc team. It was an evening filled with excitement and a glimpse into the future of student living!
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 12 April 2024

The Industrial Property Market in South Africa
Over the last five years, South Africa's industrial property market has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability, navigating through economic fluctuations, political uncertainties, and the unforeseen impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 15 March 2024

Finding Your Perfect Rental with EasyProperties
Hey there, house hunters! Are you dreaming of a new place to call home? Look no further than EasyProperties! We have a fantastic selection of rental units across some of Gauteng's hottest areas, ready to suit any lifestyle.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 15 March 2024

SA Property Market Outlook in 2024
In South Africa, like the rest of the world, the property market can be measured by sentiment and data. And when it comes to sentiment, who better to ask than 200 estate agents who live and breathe the property mood every day?
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 8 March 2024

Check on the progress of your property: March 2024 Reports
In the same way that you would be interested to know what a company you’re invested in is up to, keeping tabs on the progress of the properties you’ve invested in can also be a worthwhile exercise. We’ve compiled detailed reports on the different EasyProperties investments and how they are doing. The reports are short and sweet and done ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 9 February 2024

This is the Aparthotel Generation
In the last few years, the property landscape has gone through quite a few changes. Trends, like the Zoom Boom, have come about from changes in the way people want to live and thus, where they want to live.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 8 February 2024

The Timeless Popularity of Bedfordview
Despite the many transformations seen by Johannesburg’s suburbs over the decades, Bedfordview stands as one that stood the many tests of time. Timeless in its popularity, and steady in terms of house price growth through all markets, Bedfordview, situated in Ekurhuleni is one of Johannesburg’s oldest and most affluent suburbs.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 28 November 2023

EasyProperties Property Investment Updates November 2023
In the ever-evolving world of property, staying informed about the progress of your investments is crucial. That's why we're delighted to share these updates with you, our valued EasyProperties community.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 10 November 2023

Umhlanga's Millennial Magnet: A New Development for Young Professionals
Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, is one of South Africa's fastest-growing towns, and for good reason. With its stunning coastline, thriving business node, and growing population of young professionals, Umhlanga has become the ultimate destination for those seeking a forward-thinking and on-the-go lifestyle.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 3 November 2023

Bo-Kaap: A Vibrant Neighborhood with Investment Potential
Cape Town, South Africa, is a world-renowned travel destination, and for good reason. With its stunning natural beauty, vibrant culture, and thriving economy, it's no wonder that people from all over the globe flock to the Mother City. If you've ever been captivated by the mesmerising beauty of Cape Town, you’ve probably stumbled upon ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 2 November 2023

Foreign Property Buyers Continue to Invest in Gauteng
Whether interest is booming or waning, it is not unusual for facts about foreign property buyers in South Africa to be met with some surprise. During years of market buoyance, there is often a perception that a large chunk of total residential sales, particularly in Cape Town, are attributed to foreign buyers. And in times of economic ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 23 October 2023

Calculating the value of a property
At EasyProperties, we source the best property deals for our investors so that they can realise the best return on their investment. Working out the value of a property is a complicated business, with tons of factors to consider. Property data specialist Lightstone has turned the gathering, processing and reporting of property data into ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 23 October 2023

Surprising Facts about South African Property Investors
The largest group of homeowners in South Africa – a group that is showing no sign of losing interest – may surprise you.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 28 August 2023

First Knysna Opportunity for EasyProperties Investors
The unabated coastal semigration trend, intensified by the shift to remote-working caused by pandemic lockdowns, has opened up the property development market to cater for more permanent residents in what have previously been traditional holiday towns.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 25 July 2023

How Do Some Properties Maintain Value in Ever-Changing Markets?
The South African property market, like any other real estate market, experiences its fair share of fluctuations and changes. Economic conditions, interest rates, government policies, and consumer preferences all contribute to the constant evolution of property values. Yet, amid these shifting tides, certain properties manage to maintain ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 25 July 2023

Unlocking Success in the South African Property Market
South Africans have long been passionate about property investment. After all, real estate has historically been a reliable way to accumulate wealth. The South African property market holds immense potential for investors seeking to build wealth and to diversify their portfolios. However, many individuals have fallen into common traps ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 22 June 2023

Explore the Impact of Sectional Title Performance and First-Time Buyers
Despite the economic challenges faced by South Africa, for those like the EasyProperties investor, who have embraced an innovative and lower-risk approach to accumulating wealth through property, benefiting from the housing market in the main economic hubs remains positive.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 1 June 2023

Invest, Stay, and Experience Luxury Living with BlackBrick
Picture this: You wake up one morning after a delightful night at BlackBrick, where you booked a cozy room. As you step outside, you notice the convenience of MINI Sharing parked right in the lot, exclusively available to BlackBrick residents and members of the BlackBrick Club. It's the perfect solution for your quick errands around ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 17 May 2023

EasyProperties property Investment Updates 2023
We are delighted to share these updates with our valued community. Each property has its own quarterly updated information available through property reports. Investors can easily access these reports by logging in to EasyProperties, selecting the desired property, and downloading the report from the Property Documents section under the ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 12 May 2023

10 Factors for Maximizing Student Housing Returns
As the demand for student housing around the globe, including South Africa, continues to draw the attention of astute property investors, there’s an important role for the management of these properties so that risks associated with this investment sector are mitigated.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 11 May 2023

EasyProperties Makes Property Investing Accessible: 3 Years in - 30 Properties later
We are thrilled to share with you that EasyProperties has just launched its 30th property on our platform! Our journey since we launched in the dark days of the Covid pandemic in 2020 has been nothing short of remarkable, and that is largely due to the phenomenal EasyEquities community who continue to invest in these quality property ...
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By Rupert Finnemore
property investing Insights Education 11 May 2023

Smashing Success of Blackbrick Developments Offers Brand New Cape Town Opportunity
BlackBrick developments in Cape Town and Johannesburg have unfailingly ticked every box. Now, it is expected that the thousands of investors who rallied to ensure that initial raises for the first three BlackBrick developments via the EasyProperties platform were oversubscribed, will be eager to jump behind the soon-to-be-launched ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 11 May 2023

Beating Inflation with Property?
The South African Reserve Bank recently announced a decision to hike interest rates by 50 basis points. This decision was made in an effort to curb inflation and stabilize the economy. However, this has left many investors worried about the effects of inflation on their investment portfolios. One way to hedge against inflation is through ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 11 May 2023

The Future of Your Investment Portfolio: Considering Student Accommodation for Your Investment Portfolio
South Africa is currently facing a critical shortage of student accommodation, as highlighted in the recent article by IOL Property. According to this report, not only is there a significant need for housing but there's also an urgency to address the issue now. The question isn't if student accommodation is a worthy investment; it's how ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 11 May 2023

Western Cape buy-to-let market offers investment haven amidst economic challenges
The South African Reserve Bank’s MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) announcement yesterday to hike the interest rate to 7.75% and the prime lending rate to 11.25% adds to a dim economic outlook. Despite this, for astute property investors, there are certainly pockets of excellence that will provide somewhat of a haven over the rocky periods ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 20 April 2023

Reflecting on 2022's Milestones and Successes
As the CEO of EasyProperties, I want to start by expressing my appreciation for your support and commitment to EasyProperties. The year 2022 was a year marked by both challenges and successes. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic's financial impact, we saw how people and organisations can be resilient during tough times. In reflecting on the ...
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By Rupert Finnemore
property investing Insights Education 18 April 2023

Fortress Drops REIT Status – What it Means for Your Investments
On 1 February 2023, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) withdrew Fortress's Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) status, stating that the company no longer met the minimum requirements to maintain its REIT status. To remain a REIT, property businesses must pay a dividend of at least 75% of their taxable earnings available for ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 18 April 2023

Why Property Investment is a Smart Defense Against Inflation for Protecting Your Wealth
The South African Reserve Bank recently announced a decision to hike interest rates by 50 basis points. This decision was made in an effort to curb inflation and stabilize the economy. However, this has left many investors worried about the effects of inflation on their investment portfolios. One way to hedge against inflation is through ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 8 March 2023

Astute Property Investors Eye Student Housing Market
Property environments, regardless of property type or geography are highly nuanced and their timeous opportunities for diversified investment are key to overall stable performance over time. One property type that has the eye of astute investors and is fast becoming a global asset, is student accommodation.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 2 March 2023

2023 South African Property Market Trends: Insights from Urban Soup's Ray Harli
The South African property market has been subject to considerable uncertainty in recent years, which may have caused some investors to hesitate. However, there are positive signs that suggest a more promising outlook for 2023. With increased interest in real estate investment from both domestic and international buyers, there is ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 2 March 2023

2023 South African Property Market Trends: Insights from BLOK's Jacques Van Embden
Looking into the future of the South African property market can be a complex and unpredictable task, but we caught up with Jacques Van Embden, a property developer in Cape Town and MD of BLOK, to get his thoughts on what 2023 has in store. Despite facing geopolitical instability, the Western Cape has been touted as one of the most ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 26 December 2022

How EasyProperties Manage Rental Properties To Generate Income
Property investment has always been popular in South Africa, with many people choosing to invest in rental property. The appeal of this type of investment is largely due to the potential for capital growth and rental income. By carefully selecting the right property and managing it effectively, investors can enjoy significant returns on ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 15 December 2022

Own a Share in the Elite Seaside Village of Umhlanga Rocks
Owning a share in Umhlanga Rocks, a haven of resilience through all market conditions, and usually only available to the financially elite, is now accessible to all EasyProperties investors who will also benefit from a 9,45% discount compared to the standard market price. The Capital Pearls is a unique development that has become a ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 24 November 2022

Invest in a Thriving Soweto Lifestyle
In a post-pandemic reconfiguration of what home should look like, residential developments that offer community, lifestyle and the ability to work remotely when necessary, are in demand. Orlando Towers, located near to the best that everything vibey Soweto has to offer, is no exception. The Orlando development precinct, where early ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 4 November 2022

Six On N: Invest In a New Living Trend In An Excellent Location
The latest investment offering on the EasyProperties platform, Six on N, by BLOK should be noted for anyone intending to grow a diversified portfolio. As popular cities like Cape Town grow in density, the demand for compact urban design and well-planned micro living that emphasises shared spaces, hybrid work environments and trendy ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 24 October 2022

A Housing Market Answer With A Future Precinct In Mind
Sandringham’s One on Anne, scheduled for completion in August 2023, is much more than a sound buy-to-let investment case. While it offers excellent entry-level pricing, an answer to Sectional Title stock shortage, strong capital appreciation and rental income appreciation, One on Anne is part of a greater master plan to redesign the ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 10 October 2022

That Time Between Investment and Construction Completion
One of the advantages of investing in a property that will only be completed a year or two after your purchase is the benefit of capital growth that is achieved in the meantime. For instance, if you have purchased a share in a property in 2020, the likelihood is that you will gain capital growth on the purchase price by the time the ...
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 12 September 2022

Cape Town’s Rebounding Tourism Market Welcomes Latest Office to Apartment Conversion: The Duke
While office-to-flat conversions all over the world are not a new concept, it is one that has significantly accelerated since the Covid pandemic. The growing trend, welcomed for different reasons by tourism, as well as property developers and investors, seems set to continue.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 22 August 2022

[Webinar] We talk to interiors and landscape architects for The Fynbos, Cape Town’s first biophilic development
In this fascinating 17-minute discussion, Carel Nolte, CMO for EasyProperties talks to interiors architect Lauren Bolus from Make Architects & Interior Studio and landscape architect Donovan Gillman from Urban Choreography about some of the unusual aspects that make Cape Town development, The Fynbos so unique.
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By Ronald Maako
property investing Insights Education 15 August 2022

EasyProperties secures record discount for Cape Town's first biophilic development
According to Wikipedia, Biophilic design is a concept used within the building industry to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment through the use of direct nature, indirect nature, and space and place conditions. And it’s not every day that South African developers dish up opportunities, like The Fynbos, in locations ...
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By Ronald Maako
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