Real Estate Investor Magazine November 2024 edition | Page 63

By Grant Smee

Investing

Why your first Propert Investment : Unlocking young South Africans

By Grant Smee

First is the engagement , then the wedding , then the house , and then the baby . We all know the drill . When it comes to purchasing your first property , conventional wisdom often points towards buying a home to live in .

However , making your first property purchase an investment rather than a personal residence could be a gold nugget of advice . This strategy , particularly relevant for young South Africans , can set you on the path to financial growth and long-term wealth .

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