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Invest SA
May 2019
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Santam – Market Leader in Property Development Insurance in any Economy2 min readSantam is the leading general insurer in South Africa, with a market share of more than 22%. We provide a diverse range of general insurance products and services in southern Africa and internationally through a network of intermediaries and direct channels. We serve more than 1 million policyholders who range from individuals to commercial and specialist business owners and institutions.
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Your New Security Detail4 min readYou use artificial intelligence (AI) every day, often without knowing it. Shouldn’t your estate’s security team have the same kind of data-driven support?
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The Tax Implications of Cashing in your Provident Fund4 min readIt’s not uncommon to change jobs every few years and at the same time decide to cash out your provident fund. It seems like a great way to access some quick cash, but is it really worth it?
Read More- Six Trees for Small Gardens
4 min readLife’s getting harder, everything’s getting more expensive, the world’s getting madder, and it’s all happening faster by the hour. How on earth is anyone supposed to stay sane?
Read More - Common Ground, Common Interests
4 min readMost lifestyle estates strive to create a sense of community, yet few succeed. So, how has Kyalami Estates managed to get it right? Wander through any of the events that Kyalami Estates host annually and you’ll notice that almost every resident stops on their way to greet their neighbours. It’s the kind of collegial atmosphere that most residential estates try to emulate but, although they might achieve friendliness, cohesiveness often remains just out of reach. Yet it appears to be an integral part of the Kyalami Estates character; indeed, it’s one of Estate’s defining qualities.
Read More - Global Assets
7 min readIf you’re considering an offshore investment property, it’s best to partner with a company who understands the intricacies South Africans will face, the pros and cons of the markets you’re investing in, the local conditions that might affect your decisions, and the international laws and considerations you should be aware of. Take a look at how IP Global can help you to expand your investment portfolio across borders.
Read More - Slack-Packing
5 min readSo you want to go on holiday without neglecting your exercise habit, and maybe get out into nature for a good cardio workout. An unspoilt location, good food and wine, a decent bed and a shower at night are essentials. Pretty flowers, wildlife and interesting cultural attractions are a bonus. And you’d prefer for someone else to take care of logistics. Is that too much to ask?
Read More - Getting to the Point
4 min readWhether you’re a first-time buyer, a reluctant renter or a wannabe holiday home owner by the sea, buying property requires some thoughtful planning – and with so many factors to consider, not least the political and economic climate of the country, it’s hard to know where to start, but we are confident that Pinnacle Point Estate will amaze and impress you beyond your wildest dreams.
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Restoration Begins on Joburg CBD’s Most Neglected Buildings4 min readJohannesburg City Council is driving an initiative to restore 84 buildings in the CBD to provide efficient, contemporary accommodation for city dwellers, and tenders have been awarded to various developers who’ve now started this visionary transformation of some of Jozi’s oldest residential hubs.
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Sustainability in South Africa4 min readAn important consideration when investing is the state of affairs in the region you are considering investing in – and this goes beyond the obvious financial and political considerations. Ask questions about the sustainability of the region’s energy and water sources, its waste management policies as well as its biodiversity conservation. With all considered, South Africa still ticks most of the boxes for being a desirable region to invest in.
Read More- South African Design is Going… Well… Everywhere
4 min readSouth African design is going places. Porky Hefer’s installations and furniture designs, Andile Dyalvane’s ceramics, Rich Mnisi’s fashion and furniture designs, and Dokter and Misses’ furniture and product designs are just some local pieces increasingly rocking art fairs and exhibition halls around the globe.
Read More - It was a Dark and Stormy Night…
4 min readMuseums are not about old crockery, vintage clothes, beautiful furniture, historical photos and rusty farm implements. They’re about stories, but sometimes you have to look hard to find them. And sometimes those stories illustrate an important principle or moral.
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