It’s critical to consider the impact on your estate plan (whether it’s your own or an intergenerational plan) when you leave South Africa. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Everyone’s personal circumstances, and therefore estate plans, are unique and it’s crucial to seek ...
Speculation is like investing all of your money into a plot of land because you think you’ll find gold… If you buy a piece of property that really does have gold, your investment could have a big pay off. But if there’s no gold, you’d likely lose big. Speculation is when invest...
Proptech is the incorporation of technology in the real estate industry. Learn how proptech has simplified the real estate life cycle and services available.
Real estate, furniture and antiques are all considered illiquid or fixed assets. Fixed-income assets: Investment money that is lent for interest, including government bonds, certificates of deposit and securities. Equity assets: Your ownership interests in a company, like stocks, mutual funds and ...
As a renter, if you’re asked to sign an estoppel certificate, it’s usually because your landlord is selling the property, refinancing, or dealing with a new lender. So if you’re feeling hesitant, signing an estoppel certificate is a standard part of real estate transactions and helps pro...
An estate is a person's assets, including all of their money, physical property, and intellectual property. When a person dies...
Danny Hertzberg of the Jills Zeder Group at Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate inMiami, says, "The penthouse is usually considered the premier and most exclusive floor of a residential buiding." But, he adds, “not all penthouses are created equal. Though the actual top floor is conside...
This is an acceptable way to make a down payment, but if the buyer repays the gift to the person who provided it, that is considered real estate fraud. In order to be legitimate, a down payment that is gifted cannot be repaid. Accidental failure to disclose financial liabilities on a ...
Assets are categorized as either real, financial, or intangible. All assets can be said to be of economic value to a corporation or an individual. If it has a value that can be exchanged for cash, the item is considered an asset. ...
An "estate" is a large property, often with significant land and grand buildings, while a "home" refers to any residence where people live, focusing on the personal and emotional connection to the place.