Property Valuations info
How to establish royalty fees on intellectual property
When establishing the terms of an intellectual property (IP) licence it can be very difficult to establish the potential value of the royalty payments. Many factors need to be considered. For example, the intellectual property [...]
The challenges of valuing intellectual property
While many elements of business are easy to put a Rand value on – such as buildings, vehicles, or stock holdings – some are a little less obvious. Intellectual Property is no less important than [...]
What questions should you ask when buying commercial real estate?
So you’ve made the decision to enter into the commercial real estate market. The right property in the right hands can result in a healthy investment opportunity. Therefore, in order to make sure that you’re [...]
Should my company buy or lease commercial property?
While this premise can be true, it’s not always the case in commercial real estate. Which is why we often get asked, “Is it better to lease or buy commercial property?” The higher the risk, [...]
The Top Ten Factors Affecting Property Value
When it comes to property value, we’ve all heard that the three most important things to look for when choosing a property are location, location, and location. Or so they say. But is it [...]
Four Ways to get an Accurate Commercial Property Valuation
Four Ways to get an Accurate Valuation done, it’s important to know that no box is left unchecked in the process. Commercial property valuation is a complex process, and there are many factors involved [...]
Building and land use in South Africa
Our beautiful country has been carefully divided into various categories by the Provincial Administrations and Ordinances. Therefore, when there is a requirement for building and development, these existing groupings will be considered by the Town [...]
Purchasing or rezoning property for commercial use
Each property in South Africa is zoned for a particular use. This dictates the use of the property, the type of buildings that can be erected on it, and the nature of their use. In [...]
Unpacking a Property Valuation Report
When you’re thinking about buying or selling a property, you need to have all the facts so that you can make an informed decision. And the facts need to be come from the best possible [...]
Answers to the Four Top Questions About Property Valuations
Have you ever called a property valuations company for a valuation of your own property or one you’d like to purchase, only to be baffled by the question, “Is this a market valuation, or [...]
Municipal Valuation Objections: Why and How?
A few years ago many property owners were flabbergasted when their rates bill shot through the roof. Some property owners experienced 200% hikes with no prior notice. Following this rates hike, there was a flurry [...]
Why do property owners choose to sell at auction?
Buying or selling properties can be an incredibly stressful process. However, when it comes to auctions, you can multiply the stress a thousandfold. Once you’ve started bidding, it can feel like a rollercoaster that you [...]
Having your property assessed for insurance purposes – how important is it?
Buying items of value is what we do. After all, we all want to look good, have the latest gadgets and drive a newer car. What we tend to forget is that all items of [...]
The importance of property valuations and how important it is in the home loan process
Starting out on life’s journey as a married couple wanting to start a family is very exciting especially if you are considering buying your new home. Or are you a business entrepreneur that has decided [...]
The importance of asset management and asset valuations in business
As a business owner it is imperative that you have your business, its contents and of course, any future growth managed as regularly as possible. In the current business climate, things could change at the [...]
Leasing or owning a petrol station (garage) – is this a viable business opportunity or not?
What value is there in a petrol station? You go there to fill up with petrol or diesel, check the water and oil, tyre pressure; and what else? These days petrol stations are more than [...]
Valuation methods that you need to familiarize yourself with
To buy or to lease? That is the question but what is the answer? We are taught at a young age that investing in property is a viable financial opportunity. In the current economic climate [...]
How to raise a rating valuation objection
If you are in the process of trying to sell your property and are not happy with the original valuation that it was given? Than you need to know how to raise a rating valuation [...]
What you need to know about commercial property valuations
There are a number of different ways in which your property can be valued. What you need to know about commercial property valuations is that they are more important then you may think. If you [...]
The role of property valuers
Have you ever wondered what the role of property valuers was? If the answer is yes, then you are about to find out. If you are in the process of wanting to sell, insure or [...]
There are a number of methods to carry out a property valuation
There are a number of methods to carry out a property valuation, it comes down to knowing the advantages and disadvantages. It is also important to understand which valuations methods should be conducted to give [...]
Leasing commercial premises – the difference between success and failure!
In today’s market, more and more people are considering starting up their own businesses. The biggest factor to consider with a start-up company is where to lease property as location is a key factor [...]
Rental properties: 8 things to know before becoming a landlord
Converting your garage into an apartment can be a lucrative move, no question, but there are perks and perils to using part of your home as a rental property. Here are eight things to [...]
Learn how to avoid making your home a turn-off when you’re looking to sell
There is a growing inventory of houses on the market and buyers are much choosier than ever before. If you're planning to sell, it's important that you put your very best foot forward, if you [...]
6 Facts About Valuations on Apartment Blocks
Any property valuation expert will tell you that there is no such thing as a “simple” valuation. And this remains true for share block or apartment valuations. Residential property values depend on many factors. And [...]