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title: 7 Key signs a property might not be worth the investment
description: Don't make a poor purchase! Here are key signs your property investment may not be worth it, including a bad location, foundation issues, and water damage.
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# [7 Key signs a property might not be worth the investment](https://blog.sothebysrealty.co.za/signs-property-might-not-be-worth-the-investment)

 Written by [Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty](https://blog.sothebysrealty.co.za/author/lew-geffen-sothebys-international-realty) | Sep 25, 2024 2:03:50 PM

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