Tag: Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty
Home buying decisions – choosing the right property
Finding the perfect home presents a challenge. It involves more than making a solid financial investment. You must find a property that meets your personal needs. The home should align with your lifestyle and feel like home. The challenge becomes even greater when multiple viable options exist.
From austerity to whimsy – transforming spaces with décor
In a post-pandemic world now facing increasing global instability and turmoil, people are yearning for more lightness and fun in their lives. The constant...
An in-depth look at the voetstoots clause and property condition reports
Property is the largest investment most people will ever make and there are reams of legal and financial documents peppered with terminology throughout the lengthy process which all need to be understood and navigated, not least the condition report and how it pertains to the voetstoots clause.
Short vs long-term rental – which one is the best investment...
Investing in real estate has long been considered a reliable investment strategy, especially during challenging economic times because, unlike stocks and bonds, property is a tangible asset which offers unique advantages that can accelerate wealth accumulation over time.
Impact of the evolution of the real estate industry on agents
The real estate industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past two decades and, as a result, the landscape that real estate professionals navigate today bears little resemblance to the one of even a decade ago.
Signs your agent might not be the right fit and what...
Choosing a real estate agent is one of the most crucial decisions a seller makes in the home selling process because the right agent can be the key to a smooth, successful transaction, while the wrong one can lead to frustration and missed opportunities.
Authentic leadership – why it matters and how it rewards
For years we’ve been advised to fake it until we make in business when what we actually should be focusing is simply being our most authentic selves which, in the long run, is far more sustainable than false confidence and it will always reap rewards at the end of the day.
Choosing the right neighbourhood for an investment property
Property remains one of the best long-term investments and if you can subsidise the cost through a rental income, even better, but when deciding on where to buy your investment property, you will need to consider a number of factors to ensure the best possible returns.
The A-Z of SA property transactions for foreign buyers (and local...
Despite South Africa’s political turmoil and energy crisis, there is still significant interest from international property buyers who are drawn by the country’s inimitable lifestyle and the fact that that they can get considerably more bang for their buck here than in comparable areas abroad.
Weathering commercial real estate investments during turbulent economic periods
Economic forecasters agree that the world is currently in a stagflation cycle with the possibility of a recession on the cards and commercial property owners who don’t take appropriate action and adjust their thinking stand to lose considerable value on their investments.
