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RESIDENTIAL 24 How do you make sure you’re buying a good investment property? We walk you through a home inspection and offer some expert advice on what to look for when visiting a show house. 32 Over 20 Reasons to Retire in Cape Town Inner-city investing can offer great returns, but it can be tricky to know how to go about it. Find out more about the process of investing and learn about the best ways to turn a profit. Because everyone’s needs and lifestyles diff er, we understand the importance of choosing a retirement community that is just right for you. With over 20 CPOA communities to choose from, experience retirement on your terms with more choice, fl exibility and peace of mind. Flexible options to suit your needs and lifestyle Apartments, Cottages & Freehold Homes Life Right & Rental options Independent Living, Assisted Living through Care Levels & Full-time Care Specialized Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care CONTACT CPOA ON 021 686 7830 www.cpoa.co.za | [email protected] TONY CLARKE MD of Rawson Property Group Market activity across the board is re- ported to be increasing – especially in Gauteng. Tshwane Metro currently has the highest estimated market activity of any metro, the shortest time-on-mar- ket, and rapidly recovering year-on-year House Price Index growth. LEW GEFFEN Chairman of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty CHANTELLE GLADWIN-WOOD Partner at Schindlers Attorneys Con artists are by no means a new phe- nomenon in the industry, but it has be- come far more prevalent in recent years with a spike in digital fraud prompting financial institutions to urge clients and property professionals to be vigilant and ensure they verify all credentials. The municipality doesn’t have to wait until the roll has been published or any objection submitted been dealt with in order to implement the change on the invoices. Incorrect valuations or cate- gorisations brought about in terms of section 78(5) later overturned will be backdated to the time when it was first incorrectly billed SA Real Estate Investor Magazine MAY/JUNE 2018 23