Black South Africans Need to Start Taking Life Policies — Here’s Why It Matters More Than You Think
Lenders in South Africa require life cover before approving a home loan. Yet most Black South Africans don’t have it. This blog explains why that must change — and how starting early saves you big.
Can You Buy a House Without a Deposit in South Africa?
Can you really buy a house in South Africa without putting down a deposit? This blog breaks down your options, how 100% home loans work, what banks look for, and what to do if you don’t have savings. Spoiler: it’s possible – but not always easy.
🏡 Find Out Exactly How Much First Home Finance Funding You Could Get
Wondering how much funding you could get through First Home Finance? Use our simple calculator to check your estimated subsidy and see how close you are to owning your first home.
🏡 How Your Rent Could Buy You a Home — With the Government’s Help
Paying rent every month? You might be wasting money when the same amount could go towards owning your own home—with government help. Learn how First Home Finance can transform your R7,000 rent into a path to ownership.
🏡 The 3 Big Lies Keeping You Renting in South Africa
Think you need a high income, a large deposit, or expert knowledge to own your first home? These three myths are holding South Africans back — and the truth may surprise you.
🏠 Can You Qualify for a Bond & First Home Finance? Let’s Find Out
Wondering if you’re eligible for both a home loan and First Home Finance subsidy? Find out instantly based on your income and household makeup—and get started on your path to homeownership.
🏠 RDP vs First Home Finance: Which Government Housing Subsidy Is Right for You?
Unsure whether RDP or First Home Finance suits your situation? This guide breaks down eligibility, benefits, and how to apply—so you can know which housing option works for your income now.
🏡 First Home Finance: The Government Subsidy You Didn’t Know You Qualify For
Most South Africans don’t realise they qualify for a once-off government housing subsidy. If you earn between R3 500 and R22 000/month, this could cover your bond shortfall—with zero stress.
💬 They Thought They’d Be Stuck Renting Forever… Until They Found Out About First Home Finance
Three families thought they’d be forever renters—until First Home Finance opened the door to homeownership with subsidies between R53,000 and R130,000 that they never have to pay back.
💭 Imagine Owning a Johannesburg Apartment While Earning Just R3,501 a Month!
Think owning a home in Joburg is out of reach on a low salary? With First Home Finance, you can own a R200,000 apartment in Grand Central—paying less than rent.
🏠 Own This Beautiful R600,000 Home in Ormonde with Just R22,000/month Income
With a salary of R22 000/month and the First Home Finance subsidy, you could own a modern 3-bedroom home in Ormonde—even if you thought homeownership was out of reach.
🏠 Did You Know You Can Own This R500,000 Home Earning Just R15,000/month?
Making R15,000/month? You could own a home valued at R500,000—thanks to the First Home Finance subsidy. Discover how simple the process is and how much grant you qualify for.