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Property. Get your piece of the cake


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Get your piece of the cake. Make sure you become a home owner

Put your money into property. Buy a house. You will need a deposit before the bank will give you a loan.  Open a saving account and start depositing into that account to accumulate a deposit. 

5 Bedroom House for sale in Royal Alfred Marina - 2-3 Lord Nelson's Arm Street - Port Alfred - Property24Boasting sleek tiled floors, vast glass stacking doors and divine entertainment features, this home defines modernity. It's appealing architectural design allows a generous flow throughout, emphasizing it's expansive canal frontage and offering relaxing views from the bedrooms and living areas. This magnificent home includes a private slipway with a boat house, integrated vacuuming and music system and automated blinds. The staircase creates a statement as you enter the architectural wander of this impressively designed home. The open plan living area and exceptional flow optimizes luxurious living, while the kitchen and scullery are fully equipped with Miele appliances. A completely enclosed braai area has been designed with the entertainer in mind and is where privacy and tranquility can be appreciated and enjoyed. A heated plunge pool with incorporated jacuzzi jets alongside the manicured lawns and water's edge is perfect for ultimate relaxation. All five bedroom have been elegantly designed, each with an En- suite bathroom with heated towel rails as well as exquisite canal views. With luxurious finishes including air conditioning and built in cupboards with cupboard heaters, it provides ample space for extended family or friends. A sperate games or TV room has its own bathroom as well as a pool table and a tennis table. As an added extra there is a guest loo as well as a servant's quarter equipped with its own bathroom. Additional features include a bar equipped with three bar fridges, a 50,000Lt underground water tank complete with a water filtration system, a private deep water jetty with a DockPro dry dock and a Yamaha 242 Limited S Jet Boat for your enjoyment. Home to some of Port Alfred's most exclusive and upmarket properties, the Royal Alfred Marina is renowned for its luxurious setting. The first of its kind in South Africa, this unique property development consists of five islands within a 45 hectare private estate in the Kowie River Estuary. The islands are linked by arched bridges across the canals and all homes have tidal water frontage of at least 15 meters, and private jetty access. Communal facilities include use of squash, tennis and swimming pool amenities. The estate boasts excellent 24hr manned security and is equipped with CCTV monitors along all boundaries, ensuring safety and peace of mind toward a secure environment. Undoubtedly one of the most favorable Port Alfred attractions, the Royal Alfred Marina is a popular holiday destination and presents an expansive leisure rental portfolio in peak seasons. Its tranquil display of luxury properties is complimented by its close proximity to both the East Beach and the Kowie River.

“Don’t waste your money on expensive cars. They’re like the retirement insurance policies sold by banks and insurance companies – their value doesn’t always reach the promised level.”  

If the bank sees you trying to save for a deposit they are much more likely to lend you money. If they see that you spend every penny that you earn then they may not be so willing to lend.

5 Bedroom House for sale in Royal Alfred Marina - 28-29 Jutland Street - Port Alfred - Property24This immaculate home, set on a double stand within the prestigious Royal Alfred Marina, offers a world class living opportunity and superb value for money. The double volume entrance hall, presenting a grand marble staircase, provides an elegant welcome into the private living space. A lounge complete with an HD projector - with automatic retractable screen, remote controlled blinds and a gas fireplace is spacious and offers stunning canal views, as well as access to a deep undercover patio. Leading in from the lounge is a fully kitted bar and entertainment area, also with canal views, a fridge, ice-machine and flat screen TV. The kitchen is state-of-the-art. Fitted with Emerald Pearl counter tops - imported from Norway, soft touch cupboards, a built in fridge, Miele appliances and an option of boiled/ purified water on tap, it is enough to leave culinary elites in awe. A well designed courtyard is a private, sun-drenched haven and leads to a guest apartment with a bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Access to upstairs is provided by lift or staircase. Here you will find entrance to the master bedroom through automatic glass doors. The bedroom itself has LED lighting above the bed, a large flat screen TV, a centralized heating and cooling system as well as a fireplace to keep it cosy. The master en-suite has both his and her bathrooms to cater for individual needs. There are built in heaters in all cupboards throughout the house, preventing humidity. The en-suite is fitted with a spacious steam shower. The fifth guest suite overlooks both the courtyard and garden. It is self-contained with a lounge area, kitchenette and bathroom. In addition to all of the exclusive attributes offered by this incredible home, it also has a centralized vacuum system, underfloor heating throughout, an integrated sound system in all rooms, televisions in kitchens and all rooms, a full security system with alarm and a 20kwa generator with an automatic start-up and sms-linked with an engine protection system. As if this weren't enough, it also has environmentally considerate factors, namely large underground water tanks with a purification system, as well as is fitted with smart glass, preventing ultra violet damage and providing excellent insulation. A 12m deep water jetty - with two walkways, and four tiled garages with automatic roll up doors add value to this home. Within walking distance, are a tennis court, squash court and swimming pool, provided exclusively by the esteemed estate, as well as Port Alfred's popular, pet friendly, East Beach. An excellent value for money, this divine home is a must view!

Take a rail road trips around Southern Africa.

“The cost of buying and selling a house needs to come down. High commission fees ultimately burden homeowners, as these costs are passed on to them. While commissions increase the cost of a home, they do not actually add value.  

Did you know that in Germany, it is not uncommon for a house to stay in the family for 200 years? They just don't want to sell their homes.

In all the suburbs of South Africa, there are many great, hard-working estate agencies that can help you buy a home or find a new owner for your property. Just like with any smart homeowner, seller, buyer, it is important to negotiate what you pay the agency for their service.

Remember, it is your money, and one day you need to retire! Read on.

The cost of buying and selling a home in South Africa is too high. Let's focus on the high cost to sell our most precious possession and the thing that we least want to part with. The family Home.

We may have been forced into doing so because we have reached a financial crisis, unemployed thru no fault of our own and can no longer pay the calling mortgage bank. South African estate agencies charge homeowner 8% commission when the house has been sold. (The commission varies between 4% and 8%. In the United Kingdom and the European Union, that fee is between 1.2 - 1.8 %) 

If the home is valued at 2M and the agencies charges an 8% commission that comes to a whopping R170,000 plus transfer and legal fees = R12,000 brings the total to R 182,000 in commission paid. Almost a quarter of a million rand. 

Dear homeowners, that huge payment is just too high cost to find a new owner for your home. Plus, the fact that many homeowners needing to sell their properties are venerable in a stressful situation that is no fault of their own.

The long-term implications of the "high commission" type payment for services is that when the house has been bought and sold 2 or 3 times as happens in many cases, the estate agencies commissions have added 25% onto the cost of a home. That means the next homeowner caries this added commission cost with him and has greatly increased his debt. Those high costs are one of the reasons many of our hard-working folks will retire one day without pension support. There was just nothing left over to put aside for retirement after paying for the overly high home bond.

A house. A Flat. A commercial property. Office Space. And that should be 2% OR MAXIMUNM 2.2%. WE ARE GOING TO KEEP THE MONEY IN THE POCKETS OF THE HOMEOWNER. After all, it is the homeowner who has worked for and paid for the house. Right?

The cost of selling a home must fall. NO MORE HIGH PROPERTY COMMISSION FEES. It just becomes too easy to load the price of selling the house to an unsuspecting and struggling homeowner trying to feed a family & keep a roof over his head. NO MORE HIGH COMMISSIONS.  Stand up people. This is your money. We don't have to be over charged just because we are South Africans. -  John Venediger  Remember. If you buy a big, expensive motor car it means that you will probably never own a home of your own. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON NEW AND EXPENSIVE CARS.  

In Europe, real estate agent fees vary by country, but here are some general ranges:

In the United Kingdom, estate agent fees typically range from 0.5% to 3.5% of the property sale price. The average fee is around 1.43% inclusive of VAT

John Venediger

Shop fitting job cost estimation: westville1@gmail.com.  Call 0833245436 John  Venediger

Below, using Google spreadsheet to cost a shop fitting job.

Shop fitting Cost Estimator.pdf
5 Bedroom House for sale in Royal Alfred Marina - 10 Sea Lords Way - Port Alfred - Property24This home is something exceptional, situated on millionaires mile with the ocean on one side and the river canal on the other side. Simply walk directly onto the beach or fish from your double jetty or even go on your boat up river or out to sea. The "party" barge is included in the price. This section of the canal is deep and excellent for fishing. The home is elevated and has an extra large, 1,853 sqm landscaped sun soaked garden with indigenous trees and paths through the garden. The house is specifically designed for those who love the outdoor living. There is a lovely flow from the living area outdoors with large decking areas and a heated lap pool the width of the house with an automated cover for safety. In the garden is a gazebo for sunning and chatting. There is also a braai room/boat house. Close to the jetties is a special braai area, The garden is fully computer irrigated. The entrance to the house is splendid with a pool area The house itself is open plan, bright and airy with lots of space and double volume ceilings. There are two lounges. The main bedroom is fit for a king. It is extra large, ens and has additional areas for a study area and a gym. There is an outside room suitable to use as an Air B&B. The garage is double, tiled and has a work area and built in cupboards. The house has absolutely everything, from solar panels to 50,000 l underground water pumped throughout the house. There is a pizza oven, a built in gas barbeque. A tank for grey water. The house is air conditioned....,..what more could ha person wish for?

Don't forget, induction cookers only work with induction pots.  If you buy an induction stove, you will also need to get the induction pots and pans. 

And they cost a pretty penny. Don't be in a hurry to buy the pots.  

It is better to go to the shopping malls and see first hand.  Shopping on line you can never get a good feel for what you are paying for.  Go to your nearby shopping mall. 

Plus, it is 10 time more fun going to the shopping mall for coffee ,  breakfast first and then shop around for your pots and pans.

 You have been working  your heart out all week, now relax and have fun at the shopping mall. 

Don't forget, be kind be patient look after one another. A kind word and a caring smile make all the difference in the world to the next person is so uplifting. And as the tide rises so will you. 

The nicest thing that we can do is to listen to someone else. 

Induction cooking is the most efficient way to cook and uses half the energy a normally stove will use. Heating is performed using direct electrical induction heating of cooking vessels rather than relying on indirect radiation, convection, or thermal conduction. Induction cooking allows high power and very rapid increases in temperature to be achieved; changes in heat settings are instantaneous.[1] 

Better to go shopping in store at Makro or Pick n Pay or any other shops that sell pots and pans and take a look first hand.  A better quality pot will make your cooking more enjoyable.

6 Bedroom home $460,000 

6 Bedroom Townhouse for sale in Westville Central - WestvilleA return to Georgian times, this spacious, low maintenance and gracious home offers the discerning buyer high security in tranquil surroundings. Bursting with classic elegance and park-like surroundings, this unit has landmark high ceilings, massive entertainment areas and superbly detailed finishes. The décor was done by well-known Johannesburg Interior Decorator - Anne York. 6 Bedrooms ensure that your family is provided with space and endless options (all carpeted with TV ports, some have doors leading out onto the balcony that provides panoramic views), gorgeously fitted, modern bathrooms as well as a fitted library on the upstairs floor. There is also a 2 bedroom "guest house" that is attached to the main house. Downstairs is where all the entertaining happens...the kitchen is simply indescribable. Fully fitted and finished with marble/granite, gas stove, eye-level oven, scullery and a pantry. The double volume entrance hall, living and dining areas are just what is needed for that warm, "inviting" feeling. The entire property is fitted with ducted Air Conditioning. Downstairs you will also find a "guest suite" with it's own private study, bathroom, living area as well as a Coffee Station. The undercover patios lead out onto your own private pool with breath-taking views. Enjoy the Estate's communal Tennis Courts for that afternoon of fun with family and friends. This property just has that something to it...so much so that it was featured on Top Billing as well as in a lot of prominent property Magazines. This is evidence that there is just no substitute to "old-world charm" blended in with the sleek lines of modern times.

4 Bedroom Townhouse $290.000

Below. Must take a look inside. There are many inside images to view. Plus their is a bungalow that is separate from the house.

Amazing houses are for sale In Westville. Witch one would you like ? 

Three pumpkins 

Oow, i will take the "Three Pumpkins" house. It even has its own graveyard. 

The happy knocker

Oow, i will take the Happy Knocker house.  See the beautiful balcony. 

Try NOT to borrow against your house. 

The bank will lend you just about any amount of money as long as they think the value of your property will cover any default and expenses. 

If for some reason you cannot repay your borrowings, you may end up destitute and never recover. It is fun to spend money. But it can lead to the most terrifying financial consequences. And remember the best investment you will ever make is your home. Look after it. Do not borrow against it.

Owning a home is the best pension retirement investment ever.

1. Here is a GREAT pension plan.

2. Pay off your home by the time you reach retirement.    

3. Then at retirement age go to your bank and ask them if you may draw out a small amount of cash each month against the collateral (asset) that is your home.

4. There you have a pension plan that will pay you good for the rest of your days.

Get your piece of the cake. Make sure you become a homeowner. Interest rates must fall.

One more thing. Try not to borrow money against your house. because if you over borrow you could find yourself living under a tree and have no roof over your head.  And then you will own what is called a "tree house". OK.