Buying a Home
These posts guide first-time buyers and seasoned homeowners through financing, legal processes, inspections, and choosing the right home. Get the knowledge you need to navigate today’s competitive property market with confidence.
Buyers from 36-49 years still dominate the residential sales market
The age cohort of home buyers reflecting growth in numbers since 2018 are those between…
28 October 2024
BetterBond reveals why women over 55 are SA’s fastest-growing group of property owners
The SA picture aligns with the global scenario; women over 55 are the fastest-growing demographic…
12 August 2024
True stories:youth buying properties and agents’ missed opportunities
Young buyers are entering the market but find dealing with agents disappointing. Don’t miss out…
29 July 2024
First-time buyers drive SA’s township property boom
First-time buyers looking for affordable housing options are drawn to South Africa’s traditional township property…
15 July 2024
Co-ownership property purchases: what agents and buyers need to know
Co-ownership is becoming more popular in the current economic environment. While it has its advantages,…
8 July 2024
The great homebuying reset
Four years on from the first lockdown, where and why we buy, and what we…
29 May 2024
Half of first-time home buyers are (predominantly single) women
The market has witnessed a significant shift in focus towards first- time home buyers, specifically…
20 May 2024
Co-buying makes homeownership more affordable for young buyers
Co-buying often occurs between couples; it’s also become popular among friends, business partners and relatives.…
20 November 2023
The BetterBond Property Brief: first-time buyers still in the lead
Although first-time buyers’ affordability has been eroded through increased home loan repayments and struggling remuneration…
23 October 2023
How SA compares to average ages of first-time buyers around the world
Is home ownership just a dream for Millennials around the world? It depends on where…
25 September 2023
