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"Is 2026 the year to buy or sell property in South Africa?" My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA. I explain what the FNB Property Barometer 2026 reveals for buyers and investors. What is the FNB Property Barometer and why it matters The FNB Property Barometer is
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"Price is the meeting point of value and strategy." My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA, and in this article I cover how to negotiate house price in South Africa. Why mastering negotiation matters in the South African market South Africa’s property market is diverse — from
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“Can you buy a bargain at auction?” My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA, and I cover smart strategies for property auctions South Africa 2026. Why auctions matter for South African buyers and investors in 2026 Auction activity has remained a key entry route into the South African property
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"Is a bargain always a bargain?" My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA. In this guide I cover buying distressed property in South Africa: risks, rewards and practical steps. Why distressed property matters in South Africa Distressed property — including bank repossessed homes SA, sheriff sale properties and
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“Who verifies your funds?” My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA, and I cover FICA compliance for property buyers in South Africa. What is FICA and why it matters to property buyers The Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) requires estate agents, conveyancers and certain property professionals to verify the
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"Is buying off‑plan worth the risk?" My name is Nathan Fumal, I am the CEO of KILICASA, and in this article I cover off‑plan property risks and rewards in South Africa 2026. Introduction Off‑plan property remains an attractive path to capital growth and customised homes
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"Is a Lightstone figure the truth or a starting point?" My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA, and I cover how to read Lightstone valuations vs real market prices. Why Lightstone matters — and why it can mislead Lightstone is one of South Africa’s best-known property-data providers.
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“Do I qualify for a home loan?” My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA. This guide explains how bond pre-approval works in South Africa and why it matters. Why bond pre-approval matters for South African buyers and investors Bond pre-approval (sometimes called conditional approval) gives buyers a clear, bank-backed
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"Is the purchase price the full cost?" My name is Nathan Fumal, I am the CEO of KILICASA, and in this article I cover: hidden costs of buying property in South Africa. Introduction Buying property in South Africa often looks straightforward on paper — a purchase price, a bond
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"What will South Africa's property prices look like in 2026?" My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA. This article outlines realistic expectations for buyers and investors across SA. Introduction — why 2026 matters for buyers and investors After a turbulent few years of interest-rate volatility, shifting
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"Can foreigners buy property in South Africa?" My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA, and in this article I cover: buying property as a foreigner in South Africa. Why this matters: South Africa as an attractive, yet regulated market South Africa remains a compelling destination for international
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"Is my dream home hiding costly problems?" My name is Nathan Fumal, CEO of KILICASA. In this guide I cover home inspection South Africa: what to inspect before buying. Why a thorough inspection matters in South Africa Buying property in South Africa can be a rewarding investment — but