KZN Property Pages 18 January 2020

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18 January 2020

Here’s what you need to know about buying property in 2020 If you’ve set your sights on buying the house of your dreams this year, you’ll be pleased to hear that current buyers’ market conditions look set to continue for at least another 6 months. That doesn’t mean you should just sit back and wait for the perfect opportunity to come to you, though! Tony Clarke, MD of the Rawson Property Group, says proactive purchasers are far more likely to make successful property investments. Here are his tips on putting your best foot forward!

Plan for a deposit, even if you don’t have to According to Rawson Finance, lenders are granting 100% loans in certain circumstances, but Clarke says smart buyers are putting down deposits this year, anyway.“Putting down a deposit – traditionally around 10% of the purchase price – helps to minimise the risk your bank is taking by granting you a loan,” he explains. “This can have a significant effect not only on their likelihood of granting you finance, but also on the interest rate they’re willing to offer you.”Rawson Finance National Admin Hub Manager, Leonard Kondowe, confirms that buyers with deposits have been known to qualify for interest rates as much as 2.5% lower than those asking for 100% bonds. That can literally save you hundreds of thousands of rand over the course of a 20-year loan, and turn a middling investment into a real winner. Need inspiration? Try these 5 ways to save for a deposit Don’t forgo prequalification Don’t be fooled into thinking that getting prequalified is only essential when it’s a sellers’ market. Competition for specific properties can be fierce at any time, particularly within popular neighbourhoods and price bands.

“A good property, for a fair price, will often attract numerous competing offers, regardless of what the broader market is doing,” says Clarke. “The last thing you want is to find that perfect home and then lose out to another buyer simply because they took the time to get prequalified, and you didn’t.”

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Apart from making your offers more competitive, the prequalification process also helps define a realistic price range for your property search.

“Don’t waste time looking at homes you can’t afford,” says Clarke. “Rather put that energy into finding a property within your price range that ticks all the boxes and will support your future climb up the property ladder.”

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Get to know your local real estate agents Chances are, if you’ve thought about buying property in 2020, you’ve done a bit of online research. There’s no doubt that the internet holds a wealth of information for the knowledge-hungry buyer, but Clarke says nothing can ever replace the on-the-ground knowledge of your local real estate agent.

“Buying a property is not an everyday occurrence,” says Clarke. “It’s a huge commitment, both financially and emotionally, and can seem quite overwhelming at times. Being able to talk through your hopes, your concerns and your questions with a professional who not only understands the market, but also the neighbourhood you’re buying into, is a great way to get comfortable with the process and ensure you’re making smart property decisions.”

As a side benefit, getting to know your local agents also puts you first in line to hear about the latest properties hitting the market.

Explore the market – and have fun!

Getting to know the market is an essential step for any prospective buyer – how else are you going to learn to recognise a great value property when you see one? Clarke says online listings are a good place to start, but that open houses give a far more complete picture.

“Photographs never tell the full story,” he says, “and visiting a bunch of show houses is half the fun of being in the market for a new home, after all.

Don’t be shy to do the rounds on Sundays and explore your potential new neighbourhood. You’ll get a far better idea of what you like, hate – and what you can expect in your price range – than if you’d only browsed online. Source: My Property

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VILLA VALENCIA

R 3 195 000

This magnificent north facing Master built unit must be seen to be appreciated. Situated in a secure complex in popular Oak Park. It is an end unit with its own private pool off a lovely entertainment veranda with dropper blinds for those colder/ windy days. Offers 4 bedrooms and 3 reception rooms, Ideal for entertaining. There is a communal tennis court + pool as well.

Follow boards from Townbush Rd/Craigie Dr into Oak Park ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP26853

MUSWELL HILL

ESTELL SPIRES C 072 381 5816 E estell.spires@harcourts.co.za

ON SHOW SUNDAY

ON SHOW SUNDAY

Follow boards from Zwartkop Road to Linwood Drive ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP32235 SUMENTHA NAICKER C 079 111 1002 E sumentha.n@harcourts.co.za

R 7 500 000

WEMBLEY

R 4 300 000

Well below replacement value!!! Situated in the heart of Wembley in park like surroundings on 3700smq. A magnificent gracious double storey home with slate roof and an abundance of out buildings. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, pool, generator, borehole, fitted oak study and 4 large reception rooms. This spacious north facing home has to be seen to be appreciated in Wembley’s secure area

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF: KEP33882

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF: KEP32345

WEMBLEY

R 900 000

If you require a home close to the CBD but in the suburbs then this one is for you. Situated in Wembley with stunning view from the front garden, the unit is charming and spacious. It comprises 2 bedrooms, lounge, family room, dining room, bathroom, guest loo and automated garage. There is a private paved entertainment area. A great investment opportunity.

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF:KEP34256

IRENE COOK C 072 483 9505 E irene.cook@harcourts.co.za

R 2 250 000

ALBIE TIMMERMAN C 082 553 9921 E albie.timmerman@harcourts.co.za

PELHAM

R 799 000

Well looked after home in Pelham boasting Three bedrooms with built-in cupboards, lovely size rooms with one full bathroom with separate toilet. Lounge and dining room fully tiled, modern kitchen with stove and oven. One lock up garage and outside room with a toilet. Property is based on a big piece of land with loads of potential to extend. Fully secured.

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF: KEP26342 LAURRA MBHELE C 082 834 5068 E laurra.mbhele@harcourts.co.za

HAYFIELDS

R 1 995 000

Follow boards from Howick road to Taunton road.

Lovely 5 bedroom home with study, all have built inn cupboards, Lounge and dinning with laminated floors, two bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen with oven and stove leading to scullery, big nice area for the washing machine and is fitted.

Pool with the braai area and lovely secured area for the kids to play, Double lock up garage and double carport. Fully secured home, Low maintenance face brick in a cul de sac.

Follow boards from Hesketh drive to Elved Wright circle

ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP33945 GLERYL de RAUVILLE C 083 286 5758 E gleryl.dr@harcourts.co.za

ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP29775 LAURRA MBHELE C 082 834 5068 E laurra.mbhele@harcourts.co.za

Please visit this home in prime Wembley consisting of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, revamped modern kitchen, very large main lounge and separate family lounge. Large covered entertainment verandah and back verandah. Double lock up garage, spacious one bedroom garden flat with the TLC needed for a second flat. Storeroom. All on a large property.

LINCOLN MEADE

ON SHOW SUNDAY

R 1 170 000 PRESTBURY

PRICE REDUCED!! This lovely home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan lounge, modern kitchen, single lock-up garage, open carport all on a fenced property with a landscaped and manicured garden. This home is situated in an excellent and well maintained complex with good security and very good views.

Follow boards from Hesketh dr into Adams rd and then into Follow boards from Cnr Grimpthorpe/Stamford Ave into Comrie Pl. McPherson Drive ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP33853 ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP33847 JULIE CHETTY C 084 622 0288 FIONA PATRICK 082 553 7810 E julie.chetty@harcourts.co.za fiona.patrick@harcourts.co.za

Immaculate home in sought after St Andrews with an attractive, low maintenance garden. Comprising a combined living area with high ceilings, 3 bedrooms with mes, wellappointed kitchen with a separate laundry and a single auto garage leading directly into the house.

Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living in Pietermaritzburg’s prestigious VCC. Set on the greenbelt this expansive upmarket home features 4 bedrooms, all en-suite, with plenty cupboard space. Tastefully finished, flowing living areas, gourmet kitchen, separate scullery and laundry areas. Unique gas fireplace, under floor heating, outdoor entertainment area with pool. Double automated garage.

ANJ SRIBRATH C 083 419 0919 E anj.sribrath@harcourts.co.za

ON SHOW SUNDAY

ON SHOW SUNDAY

R 1 640 000 HAYFIELDS MINI SUB R 1 199 000

This family home is situated in a quiet cul de sac away from the madding crowd! Accommodation comprises 4 large bedrooms, a formal lounge and dining room, a huge family room with beautiful parquet flooring, 2 bathrooms, a workroom, single garage and carport with huge workshop space in the basement. This solid home really does offer so much to the family looking for space and privacy and lends itself to being dividing into two selfcontained homes for the extended family or Air B&B! A beautiful, level and tranquil garden set on a 2677sqm sub-divisible stand adds immense value to this immaculate property. Treat yourself to a viewing of this special home.

VCCE

R 2 950 000 WEMBLEY

A pleasure to live in, a joy to own! This attractive home offers 7 bedrooms, served by 4 bathrooms, beautiful kitchen with scullery, 2 lounges, double automated garage and domestic accommodation. Stunning verandah overlooking the sparkling pool and entertainment area with an additional room sporting a pub. This super family home is definitely worth viewing.

Follow boards from Cascades Robots up Chase Valley Road ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP33888

ALBIE TIMMERMAN C 082 553 9921 E albie.timmerman@harcourts.co.za

LINWOOD DRIVE

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SCOTTSVILLE

R 2 150 000

New on the market! An immaculate and secure home situated in Scottsville within walking distance of UKZN and schools. The accommodation comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 lounges, a self-contained flat, dining room, well-appointed kitchen, swimming pool with entertainment room and tandem carports. CCTV security. Work from home in your own separate air-conditioned office or Granny can move in (or the flat could be let out to subsidise your bond). Many choices! Sole agents.

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF:KEP33899 DAVID PATRICK C 082 555 7599 E david.patrick@harcourts.co.za

PELHAM FLAT

R 750 000

R 995 000

Perfect starter home in this very family oriented part of Prestbury. It comprises of 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining, fitted kitchen and 1 full bathroom. There is one carport. The garden is manageable size and excellent for children to play Follow boards from Stott Road to O’ Brien Road ON SHOW SUNDAY 2.30 - 4.30 | WEB REF: KEP32898 IRENE COOK C 072 483 9505 E irene.cook@harcourts.co.za

ATHLONE

R 1 650 000

A spacious home In popular Athlone. Comprising 3 bedrooms, lounge, diningroom, fitted kitchen plus a potential flatlet with 2 rooms, 2 lounges, study, kitchen and a fantastic entertainment area with a sparkling pool for those hot summer days. Loads of potential to modernize this solidly built home. Investors opportunity to accommodate intern doctors. Make this your home.

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF: KEP28669 JULIE CHETTY C 084 622 0288 E julie.chetty@harcourts.co.za

FOREST WATERS

R 720 000

Spacious 97sqm flat at Kirkcaldy with laminated floors in the living area. There are 2 bedrooms with lots of cupboards, a full bathroom, semi open plan kitchen and a balcony. Added bonus includes 2 under cover parking bays.

Spacious 2 bedroom unit in this popular complex. Bedrooms are tiled with BIC, bathroom has a tub & shower.

Fitted kitchen with granite tops and expansive city views from the lounge

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF: KEP32795

VIEW BY APPOINTMENT | WEB REF: KEP32896

FIONA PATRICK 082 553 7810 fiona.patrick@harcourts.co.za

ANJ SRIBRATH C 083 419 0919 E anj.sribrath@harcourts.co.za

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EST. 1967 / PROUDLY MARITZBURG

1967 - 2017

OAK PARK

R2 950 000

A SUPERLATIVE HOME

R1 795 000

MONTROSE

R1 425 000

NPC

NPC

ON SHOW 2.30-5

ON SHOW

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Garages / Pool / Flatlet Web 3869431 This home is set in a beautiful, level fully irrigated garden. The home features a spectacular entertainment area alongside the pool with covered gazebo with built in bar & braai area.

There is a formal lounge, a separate diningroom, study, TV lounge opening onto the pool area. The kitchen is well fitted with granite tops. There are 3 bedrooms served by 2 bathrooms (m.e.s) plus a spacious self-contained flatlet and double garage (electric doors) and servants quarters. Set on 1800sqm of level neat garden.

Follow boards from Townbush & McCarthy Roads intersection into Ireland Rd. Bruce Campbell 083 226 2015 | bruce@natalproperty.co.za

ATHLONE

BELLEVUE

R1 750 000

2.30-5

FAMILY HOME WITH FLAT

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 1 Garage / Carport / Pool Web 3845450 This beautiful home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with lounge, fitted kitchen open plan to dining room, French doors open onto a covered verandah overlooking the pool.

The bonus on this home is the 2 bedroom flat with open plan kitchen & lounge. Don’t miss out, CALL NOW TO VIEW! Follow boards from Murray Rd/Ivy Rd Intersection.

Dawn Hohls 082 452 4839 | dawn@natalproperty.co.za

ATHLONE

R1 650 000

NPC NPC

NPC

ON SHOW 2.30-5

ON SHOW 2.30-5

CLOSE TO ATHLONE SHOPPING CENTRE

LOVELY UNIQUE HOME

CLARENDON

EPWORTH

3 Beds / 2 Baths / Study / 2 Garages / Pool Web 3888461 This low maintenance family home is situated on a corner site close to Greys hospital. It has 3 large bedrooms & 1 study. There are 2 lounges & an open-plan kitchen with loads of cupboards & eye level oven & hob. The garden is manageable with a small pool & a double garage. The property also has an outside room with a full bathroom. It is fully walled with automated gates.

Follow boards from corner Montgomery Dr/Townbush Road intersection.

Dawn Hohls/Lash Padayachee 076 404 6963 | lash@natalproperty.co.za

R 1 650 000

3 Beds / 3 Baths / 3 Garages / Pool Do you like something different? This is it! A maintenance free house offering open-plan living space all opening out to a beautiful pool, lovely pub. The home comprises of 3 bedrooms (main with walk-in dressing room), 3 bathrooms, kitchen, scullery, pantry, study, storeroom, wine cellar and 3 lock-up garages. Be the first to view!

Follow boards from Francis Staniland Rd & Peter Brown Drive intersection.

Margie Smith 082 571 6516 | margie@natalproperty.co.za

R1 395 000

NPC

ON SHOW ON SHOW 2.30-5 2.30-5

TRANQUIL SETTING, GOOD ACCOMMODATION + FLAT

4 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Carports / Pool Web 3920019 This comfortable family home offers entrance hall, fitted kitchen, lounge, diningroom, 3 bedrooms, study (or 4th bedroom), 2 bathrooms (main-en-suite), pool, tool shed, double carport, plus a 1 bedroom self-contained garden flat.

Follow boards from Townbush Rd/Montgomery Dr. Int to Price Rd. Andrew Norton 062 138 1423 | andrew@natalproperty.co.za

HAYFIELDS

R1 395 000

NPC

ON SHOW

MANAGEABLE FREE STANDING HOME

NPC

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NPC

ON SHOW 2.30-5

ON SHOW 2.30-5

ON SHOW

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Garages Web 3910553 Located in an excellent area, this open-plan, pan-handle home awaits. Set on a smallish stand it offers ultra-low maintenance with good security and the independence of owning your own free standing home. Fully walled & level garden, paved driveway, air conditioned and solar heating. This is a must see!

Follow boards from the corner of Roberts & Somers Roads.

Sid Brown 083 300 0530 | sid@natalproperty.co.za

HAYFIELDS

R1 150 000

NEWLY RENOVATED

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Garages / Flatlet Web 3902636 This comfortable family home is fully tiled and features a brand new kitchen with UCO & Hob and granite tops. Offers a separate lounge & diningroom, 3 bedrooms served by 2 newly tiled bathrooms and a double garage. Also a single bedroomed self-contained garden cottage for extra income. Sole agent.

Follow boards from robots at the corner of Ridge and Golf Roads.

Jessica Campbell 084 510 0808 | jessica@natalproperty.co.za

CLARENDON

R2 850 000

2.30-5

PLENTY OF SPACE AT THIS PRICE!

5 Beds / 2 Baths / 1 Carport / 1 Garage / Pool Web 3706687 This spacious home offers you the unique option of 5 bedrooms! The living space comprises a lounge & diningroom which both open onto an undercover area with a beautifully gardened entertainment space. The kitchen has ample cupboard space with a separate laundry area outside. Extras include domestic quarters, lock-up garage, carport & a pool.

Follow boards from corner of Blackburrow & Hesketh Dr to Rushmore Rd. Tyrone West 083 780 4426 | tyrone@natalproperty.co.za

FOXHILL

R2 800 000

NPC

ON SHOW 2.30-5

WELL PRICED LOCK UP AND GO TOWNHOUSE

3 Beds / 1½ Baths / 1 Garage / 1 Carport Web 3920555 This low maintenance simplex comprises 3 bedrooms, bathroom plus shower en-suite, spacious lounge/diningroom, fitted kitchen, courtyard, lock up garage, carport, covered verandah leading out to the lovely fenced private garden.

Follow boards from Adams Rd/Hesketh Dr. Int. to Kay Rd. (Natalie Place).

Tony Sanders 082 779 6145 | tony@natalproperty.co.za

FANTASTIC UNIT - EXCELLENT COMPLEX

4 Beds / 3 Baths / 2 Garages / Study / Pool Web 3872479 Set in popular Five Acres this modern unit offers you the unique option of 4 bedrooms served by modern bathrooms. The living space is spacious & has a lovely open-plan fitted kitchen, diningroom & large lounge opening onto an entertainment area with built-in braai, pool & landscaped garden.

Paul Campbell 082 782 4180 | paul@natalproperty.co.za

460 Town Bush Road

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SMALL HOLDING ON 9 HECTARES 3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Lounges / 3 Garages / Pool

Web 3671675

This delightful 3 bedroomed home with a pool is set on over 9 hectares of table–top level land. Includes a borehole, 60 horse stables, various outbuildings, paddocks and electric fencing. Ideal for a small-time farmer or for future development.

Bruce Campbell 083 226 2015 | bruce@natalproperty.co.za

1967 - 2017

MONTROSE

EST. 1967 / PROUDLY MARITZBURG R1 850 000

WARTBURG

R1 650 000

A HOME WITH EXCEPTIONAL MODERN FINISHES LARGE FARM HOUSE IN TOWN 4 Beds / 2 Baths / 3 Garages / Flatlet / Pool This stylish home with lovely procelain tiles offers a formal lounge & TV lounge opening onto a private pool area & entertainment lapa. The home features a stunning kitchen with Quartz tops & oven/gas hob. Accommodation is 4 bedrooms on the one wing & a single bedroomed self contained flatlet on the other wing.

R1 065 000

SPACIOUS SIMPLEX

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Garages Web 3846937 This low maintenance facebrick unit is situated in a well-managed complex. Offering a fitted kitchen which is open plan to the lounge and diningroom. The living area leads onto a manageable and private garden. 3 Bedrooms are served by 2 bathrooms (main-ensuite). There is a single garage with remote access, a shed for extra storage and a courtyard.

Jessica Campbell 084 510 0808 | jessica@natalproperty.co.za

EASTWOOD

R845 000

SPECIAL HOME IN EASTWOOD!

3 Beds / 1 Bath / 1 Carport Web 3877280 This immaculate home is waiting for you to just move in. 3 Bedrooms, all tiled (2 with BIC’s) served by a renovated bathroom with separate toilet. The living space has a large diningroom opening onto a lovely lounge area. Kitchen is fitted (UCO & Hob). The home has a neat garden & carport!

Paul Campbell 082 782 4180 | paul@natalproperty.co.za

GLENWOOD

R600 000

A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME

3 Beds / 1 Bath / 1 Carport Web 3774843 This home comprise of 3 bedrooms (built in cupboards), served by a bathroom, fitted kitchen with stove & Hob, lounge, also has an outbuilding with 3 bedrooms (built in cupboards), toilet and shower and securely fenced.

Thandi Zuma 083 341 0981 | thandi@natalproperty.co.za

BISLEY

R1 650 000

SUBURBAN HOME – CLOSE TO UNIVERSITY

3 Beds / 2½ Baths / 2 Garages / Pool Web 3920414 8420sqm of property with gorgeous old farm style house that gives you that country living feeling. Lots of space and huge development potential, pool and fruit trees.

Bruce Campbell 083 226 2015 / bruce@natalproperty.co.za Dawn Hohls / Guy Johnson 078 434 8591 | guy@natalproperty.co.za

CHASE VALLEY

PELHAM

R1 050 000

3 Beds / 1 Bath / 2 Carports

Web 3914334

A lovely well-kept home on a large plot of land. It has space, a great garden and two neat one bedroom flats. Definitely worth a look!

Mark Gouweloos 072 544 9277 | mark@natalproperty.co.za

CLARENDON

R890 000

CHARACTER & CHARM-WINNER ALL THE WAY! POPULAR BEACON HILL

3 Beds / 1 Bath / 1 Garage Web 3901350 This charming home boasts 3 big bedrooms, full bathroom plus separate toilet. The lounge & diningroom is open-plan, fitted kitchen with eye level oven, hob & extractor fan. The home is tastefully tiled throughout, has a single lock up garage, laundry & staffroom. All this on a lovely level stand. Must see for first time home owner!!!

Marie Duckitt 083 266 3354 | marie@natalproperty.co.za

SOUTHLANDS

R795 000

A WELL SITUATED NEAT HOME

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 1 Carport Web 3785721 This is a well maintained standard home with newly renovated features. The yard is big and well taken care of. This house will best suite a young couple as a start-up home. It also has amazing views.

Conveniently positioned next to Southgate Centre.

Charity Zakwe 060 302 0519 | charity@natalproperty.co.za

IMBALI

R595 000

FAMILY HOME 4 Beds / 2 Baths / 1 Garage

Koen Gouweloos 082 337 1048 | koen@natalproperty.co.za

R770 000

GREAT STARTER HOME

2 Beds / 1 Bath / 1 Carport Web 3918428 Great secure well kept fully walled unit, pets allowed, situated in a popular complex in Lincoln Meade. The unit boasts an open-plan lounge, diningroom and kitchen. 2 Bedrooms all with built-in cupboards are served by a family bathroom. The unit also has a carport and a well sized garden. Call now to view.

Deon Van Der Westhuizen 083 232 3225 | deon@natalproperty.co.za

PELHAM

R465 000

A SOUND INVESTMENT Web 3929254

1 Bed / 1 Bath / Study / Carport

R1 300 000

A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 1 Garage / 1 Carport Web 3846716 Step into this beautiful, modern and peaceful complex which is well maintained. Comprising 3 bedrooms (BIC’s) served by 2 bathrooms, 1 main-en-suite, open-plan diningroom/lounge, fully fitted kitchen with HOB, spacious garden, lock-up garage and a carport.

This comfortable home is perfect as a starter home. Call now to view.

Penny Mthethwa 071 806 0911 | penny@natalproperty.co.za

NORTHDALE

R850 000

PANORAMIC VIEWS

2 Beds / 1 Bath / 1 Carport Web 3913747 Spacious ground floor flat! Good size bedrooms and a lounge you could play table tennis in, leading to a verandah which overlooks the picturesque garden, braai area and stream.

LINCOLN MEADE

SCOTTSVILLE

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2 Garages Web 3783862 This well maintained home offers a lounge with airconditioning, separate diningroom, a well fitted kitchen with Hob and 3 bedrooms all with airconditioning served by 2 bathrooms (main-ensuite). Also double garage (electric doors), alarm system and super views.

Bruce Campbell 083 226 2015 | bruce@natalproperty.co.za

EDENDALE N

R725 000

FACE-BRICK FAMILY HOME 3 Beds / 2 Baths / 1 Garage

Web 387890

This lovely family home comprises of 3 bedrooms served by 2 bathrooms (main-en-suite), lounge, diningroom and fitted kitchen.

There is also a lock-up garage

Sbu Ndlovu 082 815 0464 | sbu@natalproperty.co.za

PELHAM

R460 000

NEAT FLAT - TOP VALUE! Web 3671615

This home comprises of 4 bedrooms, fitted kitchen, lounge, 2 bathrooms and a separate toilet. A lock-up garage and the garden is well fenced.

For sale in this popular block is a one bedroom flat boasting a large bedroom, fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room and an enclosed verandah. The unit has an allocated carport. Call now to view.

Sbu Ndlovu 082 815 0464 | sbu@natalproperty.co.za

Trish Campbell 083 632 5411 | trish@natalproperty.co.za

1 Bed / 1 Bath / 1 Carport Web 3895318 This flat is situated in close proximity to many major amenities. The flat boasts a newly fitted kitchen, open-plan lounge & diningroom (fitted with an air conditioner) which leads onto a private verandah with a scenic outlook. The bedroom offers built in cupboards & fitted blinds. The bedroom is served by a neat en-suite bathroom.

There is an allocated undercover parking.

Jessica Campbell 084 510 0808 | jessica@natalproperty.co.za

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033 386 6623

Colin Rodger HAYFIELDS MALL 082 784 3123

Lew Geffen

MONTROSE

GREENWOOD GARDENS

ON SHOW

SUN 2:30-4:30 PM

R3 495 000 DRASTICALLY REDUCED! Magnificent family home offering 5 bedrooms, 4 modern bathrooms, 2 lounges + dining room leading into stunning kitchen + HUGE OFFICE + FLATLET and much more. A PERFECT HOME FOR EXTENDED FAMILY! Boards Townbush/ Dykes roads. Shirley Duigan 082 633 8766

English Road masterpiece. 2 lounges, banquet sized dining area, 3 b/r, study, magic kitchen, store-room, massive entertaining area, d/g, 2 carports and a lovely garden. Views forever , Property24 Ref 108111291

ROSEWOOD ESTATE R420 000

A couple of retirement options now available. Call for details.

TOWNHOUSE DELUXE R1 310 000

BELLEVUE WITH FLAT AND POOL

Beacon Road where the air is always fresh! An immaculate 3 bedroomed face Total Bedrooms 6, Total bathrooms 3.

Pool and garaging R 1 450 000 brick townhouse with 2 full modern bathrooms (mes) a superb fitted kitchen, PENNY LANE TOWNHOUSE an inviting entrance hall, massive lounge and a separate dining room tastefully Sought after development on the hill. A 3 tiled. Covered atrium with many options including a pub as chosen here or bedrommed unit with en-suite and perhaps a study or a TV area. An additional 2 rooms (studies, hobby rooms or measuring 150 sq metres. Double whatever) garage and carport . Communal pool, clubhouse and tennis courts garaging and an above average size too! Follow boards from Hesketh/Murray Rd. Property24 Ref: 108219240 R 1 250 000

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Sotheby’s

INTERNATIONAL REALTY

ON SHOW SUNDAY 2:30PM - 5PM

Pietermaritzburg i - Realty 033 396 2778 • gregandshirley@sothebysrealty.co.za Each Office is Independantly Owned and Operated

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90 Roberts Road, Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg & Midlands Tel: 033 345 1939 | Fax: 086 558 7707 Tina Henman - 083 560 0160 | tina@haloprop.co.za

CLARENDON

R 2 250 000 PRESTBURY

R 1 000 000

ON SHOW SUN 3 - 4:30PM This home is in a quiet street close to the

Lovely complex! A must view to appreciate what this property has to offer. Spacious open plan living areas leading to a Botanical Gardens offering 4bedrooms, 1.5bathneat garden. 4 Comfortable bedrooms,2.5 bathrooms, double auto garage with direct access into the unit and outside rooms, fitted kitchen with nook area, carport for store room.

4 vehicles and a store room.

ON SHOW SUN 3-4:30PM Boards in Roberts Road.

CENTRAL

R 649 000 SCOTTSVILLE

Retirement living! This corner flat offers 2bedrooms, 2bathrooms, spacious lounge/ dining room leading to a big veranda, fitted kitchen, carport and 24hr security.

R 1 590 000 PELHAM-BLAIRGOWRIE GARDENS

Home with 2 bedroom cottage within walking distance to UKZN and Shops. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, lounge with study, 2 bedroom cottage with rental of R5500 per month.

Carport, remote access and alarmed.

R 740 000

2 Bedroom loft unit, veranda off the main bedroom, downstairs – open plan kitchen lounge/dining room area.

Undercover parking, communal pool and 24hr security access control.

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AUCTION: PRIME FLAT LAND & BLOCK MAKING PLANT To Be Sold Together or Separately (Msunduzi Blocks) On instructions from J Leslie Smith Inc as representative to the Executor Avril De Vroede in the Estate Late Godfrey Alexander Vosloo and the existing owners of Msunduzi Blocks cc we will offer the following fixed property and movables for auction.

Address : 14 Herschensonn Road: Plessislaer: Pietermaritzburg Description : Erf 475: Pietermaritzburg Size : 3,3140 Hectares Date of Auction : Wednesday, 19th February 2020 Time : 11:30am Venue : Chamber House: Royal Showgrounds: Chief Albert Luthuli Street: Pietermaritzburg Auctioneers Comments:The property is close to Eden Gardens Hospital, Plessislaer Campus and Edendale Mall.With land size of over 3.3 hectares and its prime location; this property offers unlimited development potential for a Hospital, Step Down Facility, Student Accommodation.Land is sub-divisible and all work to register sub division has been done. Needs Registration. For further information please call us on 0333427866 or jooma@yebo.co.za

THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED! TERMS & CONDITIONS:Bidders must register and bring original ID & proof of residence for FICA purposes. R50 000.00 refundable registration fee payable. 10% deposit on the fall of the hammer. Subject to confirmation within (5) five business days. Conditions of Sale and CPA rules can be viewed at our offices, Suite 3, Derek Hall at 172 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg or on our website joomaproperties.co.za . No cash on site for registration. Registration prior to auction Essential. Auctioneer or Representative allowed to bid on behalf of seller.Subject to undisclosed Reserve Price. No buyer’s Commission. Seller to pay Commission

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PROPERTY SALES AND TRUSTS Demand Proof Of Trustee Authority

You are overjoyed at receiving a good offer for your property – not easily achieved in these hard times and of course you certainly don’t want to do anything to jeopardise the sale.

But perhaps do that little bit extra homework before accepting the offer if it comes from a trust. The pitfall here – and it’s one that perennially takes sellers by surprise – is that the trustee/s signing the offer to purchase/sale agreement must have the necessary authority to do so.

Drop the ball on that one and you will find yourself without any sale at all.

As a seller learned to its cost recently in the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA)…

For want of a second signature the seller goes down R3m In 2013 a company sold to a trust for R1.45m a “real right of extension” in a sectional title development (a right in this case to build on common property).

An agreement to sell a “real” property right of that type must, as with a standard property sale, be in writing and signed by both seller and buyer (or their authorised agents) to be valid.

The seller’s problem here was that only one of the trustees signed the sale agreement. The other trustee refused to sign, and in 2017 the seller found itself trying to convince the High Court to order the trust to pay it the R1.45m plus interest (by then a total just shy of R2m), alternatively to order the trustee who signed the deal to pay up personally in return for taking transfer into his own name.

The High Court however pointed out that where a trust has more than one trustee, they must act jointly, and a property sale agreement needs the signatures of all the trustees.

One trustee signing alone would be regarded as an agent and would need either general authorisation in the trust deed or written authorisation to sign the particular agreement. Otherwise, as in this case, the signing trustee acted without authority and the sale was void.

Defeated in the High Court, the seller appealed to the SCA, abandoning its claim against the trust itself and now trying only to hold the signatory trustee liable in his personal capacity.

Its argument was that, despite the invalidity of the sale, the

trustee was still liable – in his personal capacity – to pay and take transfer as he was guilty of breaching the clause (standard in property sale agreements involving corporates and trusts) that he “warrants and binds himself in his personal capacity by virtue of his signature hereto … that he is duly authorised to enter into this agreement on behalf of the company, close corporation or trust”.

No claim there, held the SCA, commenting that “The ingenuity of this argument is surpassed only by its lack of substance … what [the seller] is essentially seeking is specific performance of a void and invalid contract against the person who signed that contract but was not a party to it – this on the basis that if he’d had the authority to sign, which he had not, the property would have been sold to another. This merely had to be stated to be rejected.” This appeal, said the Court, was doomed to fail.

The end result – six years down the line the seller loses its claim (no doubt over the R3m mark including interest by now) and its legal bill will be a hefty one.

Could you sue the trustee personally for damages?

“Theoretically”, said the SCA, the signing trustee could be held liable to the seller for damages flowing from his breach of warranty, and that is of course a strong warning to those signing for trusts and companies – make 100% sure that you have full authority to do so!

But, said the Court, the seller in this case didn’t formulate its claim as a damages claim against the trustee personally and even it had, it would have had to provide evidence as to what damages it had actually suffered.

Indeed proving damages in a case like this is never going to be easy – the seller would have been much better off insisting upfront on proof of the trustee’s authority to sign alone.As always, get professional advice before you sign anything Source: Austen Smith Attorneys

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