Real Estate Investor Magazine South Africa October 2015 | Page 27

• When buying a property, start with the end in mind. An extra bedroom or a second bathroom may be a financial stretch in the beginning, but adds value when selling without the cost and hassle of adding on to the property. • Avoid the trap of spending every extra penny on your primary residence, adding extras that may not add value or offer a better lifestyle. Keep it simple and practical, as buyers do not invest in a seller’s sentiment. In the meantime, Linda also served as the President of the Randburg Chamber of Commerce ( Johannesburg) for six consecutive years and obtained her Bachelor of Law (LLB) through the University of South Africa, studying par еѥ