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Because the view from up here isn’t just better — it’s insightful. Discover a blog that covers the real estate topics that matter the most to you: decor, sustainability, lifestyle, architecture, entertainment features, and the latest updates at Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty. Top Floor helps you elevate your home’s experience as a buyer, seller, landlord, or tenant. Stay a while for pearls of property wisdom.
For decades, South Africa’s rental market has been shaped by private landlords, from homeowners renting out second properties to buy-to-let investors.
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Is your home ageing well? Discover how South African homeowners can preserve its character while updating it for contemporary living.
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While property markets naturally experience cycles of growth, one thing remains consistent: well-maintained homes in desirable locations tend to hold their value.
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For decades, bigger was considered better in South Africa's residential property market, but today, a new trend is reshaping buyer preferences: tiny luxury.
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The way people live has changed dramatically over the past decade, even in the last five years.
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From online property listings and municipal records to smart devices and location-based apps, a surprisingly detailed “data profile” of your home is constantly being created.
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When it comes time to sell your home in South Africa, one of the first - and most important - decisions you'll make is how you want to instruct estate agents.
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Discover how location affects property values and what homebuyers need to know before making a purchase. Learn key factors that influence real estate prices, from schools to amenities and future developments
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Discover essential do's and don'ts for relocating home buyers. Navigate the process with confidence using expert advice on factors, budgeting, and more.
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Selling a home requires homeowners to do something that most find surprisingly difficult: look at a place they know intimately through the eyes of a complete stranger.
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For decades, South Africa’s rental market has been shaped by private landlords, from homeowners renting out second properties to buy-to-let investors.
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Is your home ageing well? Discover how South African homeowners can preserve its character while updating it for contemporary living.
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While property markets naturally experience cycles of growth, one thing remains consistent: well-maintained homes in desirable locations tend to hold their value.
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For decades, bigger was considered better in South Africa's residential property market, but today, a new trend is reshaping buyer preferences: tiny luxury.
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South Africans are fortunate to enjoy one of the world's most outdoor-friendly climates.
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The way people live has changed dramatically over the past decade, even in the last five years.
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When it comes to buying property, most people focus on location, price and the condition of the home.
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For decades, property experts have repeated the same advice to buyers: "Buy the worst house in the best street." The idea behind this strategy is simple.
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Lew Geffen, a luminary in the South African real estate landscape for more than four decades, stands as a testament to visionary entrepreneurship and dynamic leadership – and off the back of his best-selling book Soul Mandate is now sharing his insights on best business practice.
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