New costs and market values of productive plant, machinery and equipment are continually spiralling in our volatile market due to economic instability in South Africa. This affects all projects, be it planning for a new capital project, or modifications and upgrades to existing plant and machinery. Whether for insurance or [...]
Let’s face it, we live in South Africa, a country in which crime is a reality. Security measures are therefore actually selling features, as people want to feel safe and secure in their own homes. If your house is free standing and not located within a security estate or complex, [...]
Customizing your house is great if you plan to stay there, but extreme colours and themed rooms can scare potential purchasers away if you are planning to sell. Colour is a personal thing - one person's harmonious colour scheme is another's crime against humanity. Don't let differences in personal taste [...]
Add an additional bathroom - If you have purchased a house and will be settled in for say the next 5 years, it’s worth adding a 2nd bathroom to a 1 bathroom home, or a 3rd bedroom to a 2 bedroom house. These are bigger and more costly projects but they will make [...]
Bathrooms are the 2nd most valuable rooms in a house after the kitchen. Try keeping bathroom suites white or neutral in colour. If you have a coloured suite, work with the colour in various shades. Simple inexpensive updates that you can do yourself are: buy and fit a new toilet [...]
The kitchen is the most valuable room in a house as it has the highest rate per square metre to finish. Since everyone wants a great kitchen, it can make the difference when buyers are unsure regarding the purchase of a house. The kitchen is one of the most popular [...]
Carpeting is an important area to maintain and keep looking new and clean. That doesn't mean you have to replace it when selling your house. If your current carpet is still in good condition, simply hire a professional carpet cleaner to freshen it up. On the other hand, if the [...]
Lower your monthly property expenses by making your house more efficient. Not only will the lower municipal consumption bills save you money every month, but it will be a selling feature to prospective buyers. There are various ways in which this can be done: Install proper insulation to keep the [...]
SPEND YOUR MONEY WISELY It is possible to overcapitalise your property, in other words, improve it to a point where it becomes one of the most expensive properties and significantly above the average sale prices in your area. It is important to take note of your suburb and surrounding area [...]
Prospective buyers can contact their real estate agents to see any space at a moment's notice so, when trying to sell your home, it's best to be prepared for last minute pop-ins. Keep your space neat and tidy and dust free; wash the dishes; make sure your laundry is done [...]
