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Edition 19 of 2004, Friday 21 May 2004 Dear Reader, Yebo! South Africa is to host! This must have been the biggest news this week but it was not all. An official of the Department of Minerals and Energy confirmed on Tuesday that soaring international crude oil prices could drive local fuel prices up by between 30 to 40 cents a litre, taking it to R5. We also read about the prediction made by a German royal expert that Britain's Prince Charles and his long-time companion Camilla Parker-Bowles will marry in Scotland in the coming autumn. And on a sad note we read that more than 80 cases of child abuse are reported in South Africa's capital, Pretoria, each month. Today in CyberProp.com you are going to read about the following:
Not too be missed is a flow diagram taking you through the process of buying a property. Once again a newsletter packed with valuable information. Enjoy! CyberProp greetings! Please UNSUBSCRIBE here if you do not wish to receive this newsletter in future. |
>> Real Estate in South Africa |
1 US$ equals 6.9 SA rand Ive come to the conclusion that property in South Africa is now among the best bargains in the world, in both absolute and relative terms. Everything in South Africa is cheap right now. A meal will cost you about a third of what youd pay for the same thing in the United States. Beachfront property is proportionately cheaper again. More like 5% to
10% of its U.S. equivalent... |
>> View from the Bridge |
Insights from Bridgeway Limited Bond Switching Whats it all about? The current environment has seen the lowering of interest rates combined with significant increases in the value of residential property in most areas. This has lead to a strong trend in the home-loan market where home-owners are: re-financing their home-loans at highly competitive rates; and |
>> Is mortgage insurance essential? |
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>> The buying process! |
Are you in the process of buying a property? The following flowchart gives a quick guide to the buying process.
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>> Focus on Polokwane - Pietersburg, Northern Province, South Africa |
Polokwane (Pietersburg) Pietersburg, Northern Province Capital of Limpopo and ideally situated for game viewing, Kruger National
Park visits, cultural & historical experience and break-aways into
the mountains.
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>> Property of the week |
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>> Community Channel |
"House hunting can be a fascinating activity its the only time that you can walk into a strangers home and snoop around without fear of arrest. But, as much as it may satisfy your voyeuristic traits it can also become a long and arduous task. Once you have found your perfect home there are more choices to be made; not least of which is finding the best deal on a bond.." says Iona Minton CyberBonds(Pty)Ltd. is a mortgage originator company and is responsible for processing new bonds and transferring existing bonds. Supply us with your contact details and one of our friendly CyberBonds consultants will contact you with expert advice on transferring your existing bond or help you apply for a new bond. |
>> Have fun!! |
Brighten Up Your Winter Garden With colourful Berries Just because the trees are bare and there is snow on the ground doesn't mean that your garden has to become a winter wasteland. A well-planned garden will provide year-round interest and visual treats. Many evergreens and hardy ornamental grasses can be quite stunning in the colder months. But perhaps nothing can compare to the vibrant color of berries during the winter. Berry palates range from bright red to yellow to pale blue and white, so there is something sure to please your eye. Many berries will also attract a variety of birds to your garden. Here are a few suggestions for hardy berry-bearing beauties that can provide a bit of pizzazz to the drab winter landscape. |
>> The value of a well-built-lock-up-garage |
Never underestimate the value of a well-built lock-up garage - preferably for two cars or more - when selling a house or townhouse in the current market.
Dr Piet Botha, chairman of the Nationlink estate agency group, says changing
lifestyles and the popularity of twincab bakkies and other recreational
vehicles means that in many residential sales a good roomy garage has
moved up from a desirable feature to an essential requirement.
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>> Be in the frontline |
Estate Agents: Are you in? To be in, you HAVE to be part of our CyberAgent program! If you would like to know more about the above features and benefits that we offer, visit the following link: www.cyberagent.co.za or contact Collin at 0832674935 Info session Cape Town If you are an Estate Agent and would like to attend our info session in Cape Town on 26 May 2004 contact support at 011 955 9100 or support@cyberprop.com Advertising: You can now advertise your prime property on the home page of www.cyberprop.com under "Is this the property of your dreams?" Please take note that only ONE property will be on display at all times and the advertising period is for ONE week only. To make use of this unique opportunity email us at advertising@cyberprop.com ADVERTISE ON THE CYBERPROP COMMUNITY CHANNEL! |
>> Atlas Properties interim distribution rises |
Property loan stock company Atlas Properties (ATS) has reported a total
distribution to unit holders of 41.8 cents per unit for the six months
to end-March 2004, up from 39.4 cents a unit for the comparable period
a year earlier.
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>> YOU, yes YOU can be a winner! |
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