New SAIBPP president has a passion for transformation

Tholo Makhaola is the new president of the influential advocacy body, the South African Institute of Black Property Practitioners (SAIBPP). Passionate about transforming the property sector, he shares his views on this as well as other topical issues in the industry.

Speakers Corner

Learning that interns and estate agents in most cases would qualify for minimum wage under the new Minimum Wage Act have led to concerns being raised about potential job losses as well as other questions such as whether a sectoral exemption for real estate could be negotiated.

Can’t retire? What you should know about a career in real estate

With the ever-rising cost of living, it is becoming increasingly difficult to retire comfortably at 65 and with career options at this age somewhat limited, a career in real estate offers a welcome lifeline to many senior agents.

Six questions tenants often ask

Tenants are often in the dark with regards to their rights and responsibilities when renting a property. PG van der Linde, rentals manager at Seeff Pretoria East answer six of the questions most often asked by tenants.