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Buying a home when you can’t afford a deposit
Most of us dream of owning our own home. Not only does it give you a secure place to live…
The ultimate home moving checklist for hassle free relocating
Buying a home is an exciting step towards securing your family’s future – but it can seem…
How to treat rising damp – some life hacks
While the jury is still out on recent claims that there’s no such thing as rising damp,…
Renting vs buying – which is better?
Is it better to rent or buy property in South Africa at the moment, especially given the…
6 Good Reasons for Switching to SA Home Loans
You’ve had a home loan with your bank for some time now and everything is ticking along…
Home maintenance tips
Moving into your new home is an exciting milestone. However, even though your new house…
Adding value to your home
If you have followed the adage “location, location, location” and purchased a home in a…
Home Buyers Guide 2: Making an offer to purchase
Buying a home is an exciting step towards securing your family’s future – but it can seem…
Roof maintenance tips
You’ve moved into your new home and it is everything you’ve ever dreamed of – well, sort…
Why use a home buying checklist to buy a property?
At SA Home Loans, we understand that buying a new home is an incredibly exciting prospect…
4 best wood floor maintenance and care tips
Hardwood floors, made popular in the Baroque Era, as well as the parquet flooring of the…
What you need to qualify for a 100% home loan
Finding your ideal home finance solution is an essential step in ensuring you take care…
Top 5 home buying do’s and don’ts
What should you definitely include on your ‘to-do’ list when buying a property and what…
Home Loans for Single Women in South Africa
When you’re ready to take your first step towards buying your own home – we’d like to…
We work harder to bring you the joy of home
For many people, buying a home is the achievement of a dream – a dream of owning your own…
Benefits of refinancing your home
Refinancing is one of the most effective ways to release cash, reduce monthly expenditure…
GEHS: The 2022 Guide to the Government Employees Housing Scheme
Everything you need to know about GEHS; monthly allowance, qualifying criteria, and how…
#1 Get savvy with these tips to reduce your water and electricity bills
Despite Eskom’s tariff increases of around 5.5 times, you can still reduce your…
#2 Cut your electricity usage and utilities bills one bulb at a time
LED light bulbs are absolutely worth it for lowering your electricity bills and using…
#3 Try hot water alternatives to use less electricity and chill your energy bill
See how much money you can save on your electricity bills by using efficient energy-…
#4 Here are the best ways to use less water and make every drop count
South Africa is a water scarce area, so using less water is good for the planet &…
GEHS Housing Access Loan
Do you qualify for a GEHS Housing Access Loan? A loan of up to R300,000 can be used for…
How to Get a Home Loan in South Africa
Boost your chances of being approved for a home loan in SA, by making sure you get all…
The impact of remote working on property prices
Recent increases in remote working have impacted the property market in many ways. Find…
Sectional Title versus Freehold Ownership
Properties often are available with sectional title or freehold ownership. Here's…
Is taking your property off the grid a good investment?
Time for you to move your home off the grid? If you’re interested in doing so, here’s…
Top home safety tips while you are away on holiday
Ready for that end of year break? Here are a few tips you can integrate into your…
Home Buying and Selling
21 Oct - 4 min read
Sectional Title versus Freehold Ownership
Properties often are available with sectional title or freehold ownership. Here's…
21 Oct - 6 min read
The impact of remote working on property prices
Recent increases in remote working have impacted the property market in many ways. Find…
11 Aug - 2 min read
Home Loans for Single Women in South Africa
When you’re ready to take your first step towards buying your own home – we’d like to…
11 Aug - 2 min read
We work harder to bring you the joy of home
For many people, buying a home is the achievement of a dream – a dream of owning your own…
Home Finance
3 Oct - 5 min read
How to Get a Home Loan in South Africa
Boost your chances of being approved for a home loan in SA, by making sure you get all…
2 Oct - 3 min read
GEHS Housing Access Loan
Do you qualify for a GEHS Housing Access Loan? A loan of up to R300,000 can be used for…
4 Jul - 5 min read
GEHS: The 2022 Guide to the Government Employees Housing Scheme
Everything you need to know about GEHS; monthly allowance, qualifying criteria, and how…
4 Jul - 5 min read
FLISP: The 2022 Guide to the Government Housing Subsidy
Everything you need to know about FLISP; qualifying criteria, application process and how…
Home Upkeep
7 Nov - 5 min read
Top home safety tips while you are away on holiday
Ready for that end of year break? Here are a few tips you can integrate into your…
7 Nov - 5 min read
Is taking your property off the grid a good investment?
Time for you to move your home off the grid? If you’re interested in doing so, here’s…
19 Nov - 3 min read
Protect your investment with regular garden upkeep
A well-maintained garden not only adds to the resale value and overall aesthetic appeal…
19 Nov - 3 min read
How to treat rising damp – some life hacks
While the jury is still out on recent claims that there’s no such thing as rising damp,…
Sustainable living
19 Aug - 4 min read
#13 How to go off the grid and become energy independent
How much will it cost to go off the grid? Learn how to become energy independent and get…
19 Aug - 3 min read
#12 Savvy homeowners can learn how to obtain an uninterrupted water supply
Set up an uninterruptible water supply by storing municipal water and harvested rainwater…
19 Aug - 6 min read
#11 Costs for setting up a solar system and how you could finance it
Installing a solar power system at your home or complex? Learn the costs involved for…
19 Aug - 5 min read
#10 Is solar power the right option for me and where I live?
Explore this handy guide to learn how solar panels work, how many PV panels you’ll need…