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ITS MY HOUSE: Common property buying mistakes made by young people (first-time property) buyers

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GUEST – Andrea Tucker, Director of MortgageMe

Navigating the property industry as a first-time home buyer can be nerve-wracking and overwhelming, and the thought of making a mistake with such a large investment can be enormously stressful. In this article, we unpack the most common mistakes made by first-time property buyers and provide advice on how to avoid them.

20 Jun 2023 5PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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