According to Seeff, house sales may even increase during winter. However, this is still dependent on the market and economy.
“While there are seasonal trends and sales dip over the winter school holiday season in some areas, there is no overall trend. Each area differs,” says Samuel Seeff, Chairman of the Seeff Property Group.
Learning a trade can open many doors for young people and deserves to be higher on the “what do I do after I leave” lists of both parents and learners.
This is the view of Zizile Lushaba, Human Capital & Skills Development Executive at SEIFSA who believes that innovative, self-driven, self-starters, who are technical and enjoy solving problems and working with their hands make good candidates for artisan training, which can include becoming a welder, fitter and turner, boilermaker, or pipe fitter.
Women in Africa and across the globe face staggering statistics of financial inequality and lack of financial literacy. That’s why a brand new show called Women’s Wealth, supported by CMTrading – an award-winning online trading firm – is set to launch in Nigeria, providing a platform where women can access the knowledge and tools they need to take control of their finances and build a better future for themselves and their families.
Amy Knoetze is the owner of Pulse Dermatology & Laser. While many businesses have experienced
CMTrading is pleased to announce the launch of its ‘Best In Africa’ campaign, featuring the accomplished fighter Dricus “Stillknocks” du Plessis as the brand ambassador. This partnership began in 2019 and has proven to be mutually beneficial for both parties. Dricus has not only honed his remarkable online trading skills with CMTrading, but he also believes that anyone can achieve success in trading with the right partner. This exciting campaign encompasses various media channels, including PR, print and outdoor and mall advertising, and social media platforms, where followers stand a chance to win exclusive shirts signed by “Stillknocks” himself.
Scope Markets*, a globally licensed securities broker, is ramping up its presence in South Africa and globally looking to bridge the gap in the wealth management industry by bringing innovative, alternative investment opportunities to local investors. As the lead sponsor of the Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:23), taking place from 8 – 10 May, Scope Markets will share how South African traders can leverage new opportunities and increase wealth.
Building upon the resounding success of the continent’s first Organic and Natural Products Expo in 2022, South African Trade Promotions (SATP) is excited to announce the event’s highly anticipated return in September. This year’s Expo promises to be more remarkable, featuring a new venue, revised dates, and an exciting new partner.
Having a bad memory can be a frustrating experience. Forgetting important details, appointments, or even
Ever had that sinking feeling when you get up in the morning to go to work? There might be a colleague that takes constant credit for your ideas or a boss that do not value what you bring to the table or do not deliver on promises that he or she made. The problem is that most people need their jobs to survive and are reluctant to act on abuse.
With the ongoing decline in the popularity of cash, the vast majority of businesses in the modern era will need to be able to receive electronic payments of some kind or another. Whether through EFT credits, debit orders, card payments, these businesses will all require a “payment solutions provider” with access to the banks and can facilitate these payments. Unsurprisingly, who one partners with, in terms of the provision of payment solutions, can become an important decision affecting the business’s day-to-day operations and impacting cash-flow and bottom-line profits. The business owner must understand who they are working with and make their decisions for a payment solution partnership from a position of knowledge. Here then, are the five questions you have to ask a payment solution provider before you agree to sign up.
Traveling overseas can be a life-changing experience, but it can also be expensive. For those with limited funds, saving money for an overseas trip can seem like a daunting task. However, with careful planning and a few smart strategies, it’s possible to save money and make your dream of traveling overseas a reality. Here are some tips on how to save money for going overseas with not a big salary:
John started his business after pitching his idea to some friends around the BBQ. He used all his savings for start-up capital, and family and friends provided loans. He could not apply for finance as his credit rating was not strong enough.
John’s scenario is not uncommon in the business environment. According to gviafrica.co.za, 3.3 million of the 5.6 million small businesses in 2018 were categorised as “survivalist firms”.
A few entrepreneurs have pitched their business idea to a group of funders, conducted market research, or developed a business plan and are not prepared to apply for finance.
John can implement some key strategies in his business to be able to apply for finance in the future. These strategies are:
Entrepreneurship can be a challenging journey, especially during times of economic uncertainty. In South Africa, entrepreneurs often face unique hurdles due to the country’s economic fluctuations. In such times, it is crucial for entrepreneurs to adapt, strategize, and persevere. Here are some editor’s notes offering guidance and coping strategies for entrepreneurs navigating through difficult economic periods in South Africa:
Cybercrime is becoming an increasingly significant issue for private businesses, individuals and government, and new threats are constantly emerging that prove it is now essential that business starts prioritising cybersecurity. What is cybercrime? Where is it coming from? And what is the expected impact on the economy? Fred Razak, Chief Trading Strategist at CMTrading, gives us his analysis.
After witnessing Oriental fire in action at a local event, the Life of an Entrepreneur Magazine spoke to founder and professional artist Tina Kapp about how Oriental Fire build their passion for performing into a business. Global Media named Oriental Fire Best Unique Event and Entertainment Company of 2023 MEA Excellence award Gauteng.
Ceo Tanya Steynfaardt describes the performance as an Explosion of professionalism, poise and energy.
We are almost 30 years into the idealistic vision that Nelson Mandela had for South Africa and the failure of Agricultural reform is tangible. Besides the Land Distribution, Land Restitution, and land Tenure Reform, 75% of all redistributed farms failed. Research shows that the reason for this failure is that these farms are given to individuals without preparing them for the management of the land. The lack of skills and lack of managerial and agricultural knowledge contribute to community conflict and that leads to the desertion of these farms, more and more farms become unproductive, and this spells disaster for food security in our country.
“It was just poor management. Looking at it from a professional point of view, the procedures and policies weren’t there to control things.” (Quoting Frank Rawa.)
