Archive for February 4th, 2009
The Detached Home
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009The goal of the average family by and large is to possess its very own home on its own private grounds; a place where the kids can play in safety with their pets, where the braai can be brought out in summer and where everyone can potter about in the garden. It is going to [...]
A checklist of possible defects to look for in any new house
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009You will have to employ an expert if you feel it necessary to investigate structural soundness, cracks and subsidence, but once you have applied the following guidelines you will have a fairly good idea of the overall condition of the house.
Townhouse developments or cluster-house complexes?
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009Originally the term ‘townhouse‘ meant your town residence as distinct from your country one. Today the meaning has changed somewhat and although most townhouse complexes are still found within city limits and suburbs, they are also found in fashionable holiday resorts such as Umhlanga Rocks and Plettenberg Bay.
Buying a Flat / Apartment: sectional title or block share schemes?
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009Another housing alternative for those who want to avoid maintenance and gardening and who do not mind living in close proximity to their neighbours, is to buy a flat. It provides the most economical form of accommodation and is therefore suitable for both the young and the elderly. Two methods of purchasing flats are available [...]
