Matt Habib agent profile

Matt Habib

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A revered name in the Health and Wellness arena and an individual who possesses an unrivalled ambition to meet any challenge head on and turn opportunities into great success stories. Matt has been directly involved in the world of fitness for many years. His achievements include National Master Trainer at Virgin Active SA & Cycle Pro Academy, Brand Ambassador for TechnoGym Indoor Cycling & The Fitness Fort, and a renown Voice Over Artist & Personality for both SA Radio and Television. His corporate background includes Project Management on various construction and civil developments, Hotel development, sales and marketing with Dream Lifestyles as well as Residential Sales with Re-max Sandton... And it is this incredible skill set that he brings over to ignite the Meridian Realty Team!

Estate Agent Property News Articles

Market & Opinion

Rental growth surges in Q2 2024

03 Sep 2024

Rental growth in South Africa surged in Q2 2024, reaching its highest post-pandemic levels. The PayProp Rental Index shows year-on-year growth peaked at 5.2% in June, outpacing inflation for the first time in five years. While tenants face rising debt burdens, landlords and rental agents are seeing real-terms returns improve, signaling a potential recovery for the sector. Provinces like the Western Cape are leading the way, with rental growth hitting 11.7% – the fastest since 2017.

Legal

The legal steps to selling a property in South Africa

30 Aug 2024

Selling a property in South Africa can be an exciting and rewarding endeavor, whether you're aiming to capitalize on your investment or seeking to finance the purchase of a new home. However, understanding the legal steps involved is crucial to ensure everything runs smoothly. Failing to comply with the necessary legalities can lead to costly delays, disputes, and complications.

Technology

How AI is being used to scam property buyers and sellers

20 Nov 2024

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in real estate has revolutionised property transactions, offering tools for better property analysis and customer engagement. However, criminals are exploiting these advancements to perpetrate sophisticated scams that can be used to target property buyers and sellers in South Africa.

Market & Opinion

How to buy a home in a tight market

13 Sep 2024

Buying a home in any market can feel daunting, however, it can become even more nerve-wracking when the market is tight and you need to make decisions quicker than you would have if it wasn’t. So how do you approach a tight market as a buyer? What do you need to do to secure your dream home?