Think Property with Abby and Mel

05/06/2026

Every donation, big or small, can make a real difference. Thank you for helping these young athletes pursue their sporting dreams 🏑🏉🏏📦

📍 Collection Point: Riverside Hockey Guard Hut
📞 Alternatively, get in touch with Abby / 082 528 5552

04/06/2026

𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺, 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀.

While affordability pressures and cautious banking behaviour remain important risks, the market is showing clear signs of renewed confidence, particularly in regions benefiting from stronger economic growth, employment activity and rising household earnings.

• Home loan applications climbed 6.2% year-on-year as lower interest rates continue supporting buyer activity.
• First-time buyers are driving demand, with average purchase prices rising to a record R1.4 million.
• Rising deposits and elevated construction costs remain major affordability risks for the residential market.

According to the latest BetterBond Property Brief, the market continues to recover as lower interest rates, improving household finances and stronger economic activity support buyer confidence. However, elevated fuel prices, global geopolitical tensions and stricter lending conditions remain key risks to affordability and future market growth.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲: The residential property market is proving more resilient than many expected.

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04/06/2026

SOLD 🏡 11 COBBLESTONE MEWS
4 Lemon Tree Lane, Sunningdale, Umhlanga

This contemporary 3-bedroom duplex in sought-after Sunningdale has officially found its new owners! Offering modern, spacious living in a secure and well-maintained complex, it's easy to see why this home didn't stay on the market for long 🔑

Thinking of selling? Let us help you achieve the same result.
Find. Love. Sold 💙🤍❤

02/06/2026

The Father’s Day Video That Will Melt Your Heart
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSnKNXuw5TE

01/06/2026

Hello June! ⚽🇿🇦

It's World Cup month and the excitement is building! Here is the match schedule for you to save, screenshot, and keep handy 🗓️

Bafana Bafana kick things off on the 11th of June against the host nation in the opening match - a fitting rematch of the opening game from the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. What a way to start the tournament! 👏

We're also excited to share that REMAX Southern Africa will be sponsoring the 2026 Soccer World Cup daily updates across a network of 20 community radio stations nationwide! Swipe to see where you can tune in to catch all the latest updates throughout the tournament 📻

Let's get behind the boys and show our support all the way. Go Bafana Bafana! 💚💛

28/05/2026

Interest Rate Hike Reflects Ongoing Global Uncertainty 🎈

Against the backdrop of continued geopolitical tensions, South Africa’s latest interest rate increase points to a more cautious outlook for the local property market.

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has increased interest rates, bringing the repo rate to 7% and the prime lending rate to 10.5%. This move forms part of the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) continued efforts to manage inflation amid rising commodity prices and global uncertainty.

According to Adrian Goslett, although the increase may place added strain on household finances in the short term, the property market has historically remained resilient through changing interest rate cycles.

Higher interest rates are expected to impact buyer affordability and may encourage more cautious decision-making. However, long-term demand for property remains steady, with many South Africans still viewing real estate as a stable investment.

While increased borrowing costs could lead some buyers to delay purchases or reconsider budgets, opportunities still exist for financially prepared buyers who take a long-term approach.

Consumers are encouraged to review their budgets carefully, reduce unnecessary debt, and remain financially responsible when making property decisions.

28/05/2026

• Wash and air out blankets and winter bedding.
• Seal gaps around windows to keep out cold draughts.
• Deep clean carpets before winter use.
• Check and clean chimney or fireplace vents.
• Service your security lights for the darker evenings.

27/05/2026

26/05/2026

Wishing all our clients and friends a blessed Eid al-Adha filled with peace, joy, and togetherness. May your homes be filled with love, laughter, and beautiful memories 🌙✨