Industry leader: Meet Norman Griffiths Every month, SAIV profiles some of our most established property valuers who have become leaders in the industry due to many years of experience. Why did I become a property valuer? I was born and schooled in UK and qualified as a chartered surveyor through the college
WATER (Continued) IRRIGATION FARM TERMINOLOGY To be clear on what is referred to when valuing the irrigation component of a farm, it is important to explain or define the terminology to be used. The following definitions distinguish between different types of so-called “irrigable land”: WATER-USE ENTITLEMENT It refers to the lawful use of water
Industry leader: Meet Humphrey Visser Every month, SAIV profiles some of our most established property valuers who have become leaders in the industry due to many years of experience. What made you pursue a career in property valuations? Realising early in my career that my construction related background is woefully insufficient to
PRESS RELEASE It is well understood that the pandemic has been disruptive to our lives, habits, and entire industries. Restrictions and safety requirements have changed what we do, and where. The property market is one such industry which has seen massive shifts which may never be fully reversed – namely as a result
Why is a career in property valuations better than others? We speak to valuers who have made significant career changes to become a property valuer. Among these is Monique Vernooy, of Rode and Associates, who had previously studied towards being a lawyer. We ask about the decision to change careers, and what skills she
WATER Water is one of the three primary natural resources that determine the potential of a farm, together with soil and climate. Water (rain) plays a primary role in dryland production and livestock farming, and water is the heart of irrigation. It not only adds value directly to the farm, but its availability increases
PRESS RELEASE SAIV unpacks what it means to buy a piece of local history South Africa’s rich and diverse heritage is commemorated annually during the month of September. However, throughout the year, this diverse heritage is seen in the many properties in the country which have been declared heritage sites. These buildings
Why is a career in property valuations better than others? We speak to valuers who have made significant career changes to become a property valuer. Among these is Sunet Giliomee, of Capval Property Valuations, who use to be a medical nurse. We ask about the decision to change careers, and what skills she brings
What is the impact of the 4th industrial revolution? This is going to be a buzz phrase for the next 10 years to come or more and there is no way of avoiding it. If someone talks to you about the 4th industrial revolution, they are essentially talking about the 8 main technologies: Artificial
In the previous article I discussed the importance of climate when determining the value of a farm. Rainfall, temperature, wind, frost and hail were of specific importance. In this article we are going to take a closer look at one of the biggest factors influencing the value of a farm, namely the level of
