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Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying Property in South Africa

Ever dreamed of owning a property abroad? In this video, I’m sharing the real story behind buying a home in Cape Town, South Africa—the incredible views, surprising costs, frustrating bureaucracy, and lessons learned. From load shedding and hidden costs to choosing the right neighbourhood and managing a property 6,000 miles away, this is the no-filter guide I wish we had before we bought. Whether you’re a retiree, digital nomad, or LGBTQ+ traveller thinking about investing abroad, this video pulls back the curtain on the good, bad, and bureaucratic sides of owning property in Cape Town. 🏡 Thinking about buying abroad? Watch this before you do. 💬 Got questions or your own experience? Drop them in the comments! Today's Highlights: 00:00 – Why We Bought in Cape Town 01:50 – Renting Was Bleeding Us Dry 03:40 – Property Regret in Spain 04:28 – Why we love Sea Point 06:10 – Cape Town’s Hidden Challenges 07:55 – Buying a Home in South Africa 10:00 – Managing Property From Abroad 13:35 – Was It Worth the Investment? ► Who Are We? We're Rob and James, two adventure-seekers who have been exploring the world together since 2011. We love to travel and believe that life is the sum of all our experiences, so we want to cram as many as we can into our retirement years. We are based on the south coast of the UK and Cape Town, South Africa, and love to travel the world in all forms of transport, from campervans to cruises, from exotic destinations to exploring our own country. ► What You Can Expect: Entertaining Stories: From scenic drives to vibrant cities, we'll take you on a journey filled with laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. Valuable Tips: We'll share the advice we wish we had known before embarking on our adventures, whether you're planning a cruise or a road trip. We also share tips and tricks for keeping your costs down as you explore the world as well as putting together your dream itinerary. A Glimpse into Our Lives: Get to know us better as we open up about our travels, our relationship, retirement and the things that matter most to us. ► Why Subscribe? Be inspired to live your finest retirement years through travel, authenticity and a touch of humour, all through the eyes of a gay couple living life unscripted, one adventure at a time so that you can find inspiration and practical tips to make your retirement years as vibrant, adventurous, and meaningful as possible ► Connect with Us: Instagram:   / jamesandrobuk   Facebook:   / jamesandrob   Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jamesandrob.... Website: https://www.JamesAndRob.com Email: [email protected] Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all our travel and life adventures. #CapeTownProperty #ExpatLife #BuyingAbroad