In an increasingly interconnected world, the real estate market is no longer confined by national borders. For South African investors looking abroad, or international buyers seeking a piece of the African continent or the lucrative Dubai property market, the complexity of cross-border transactions can be daunting.
Recognising this, the Seeff Property Group has strategically positioned itself as a gateway with a robust physical presence across South Africa, as well as in key Southern African countries including Mauritius and in Dubai, as well as offer exclusive high-profile international partnerships.
Seeff is therefore uniquely positioned to provide exposure for our clients’ properties internationally, as well as the ability to put them in touch with opportunities in other property markets.
In addition to an extensive network of nearly 200 offices throughout South Africa, the Seeff Group operates dedicated branches in Botswana, Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, eSwatini, Mauritius, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Additionally, its reach extends into the Middle East with a strategic branch in Dubai, a global hub for real estate investment.
These international branches ensure that clients receive consistent, high-quality service and localised market insights regardless of where they choose to invest. This pan-African and Middle Eastern footprint allows Seeff to facilitate seamless transactions within the continent, catering to the growing demand and rapid rise of the respective property sectors.
Seeff’s global strategy further includes exclusive partnerships including with Hamptons International and John D Wood & Co. in the UK. The partnership with Hamptons International has flourished since 2015. The property brand offers over 150 years of experience, a legacy of prestige and a network which includes more than 85 offices in the southern UK alone, with a heavy concentration in London’s luxury market.
Additionally, Seeff’s offering to clients is further bolstered through a strategic partnership with John D Wood & Co., a distinguished name in the UK real estate market with a history dating to 1872. The brand offers a tremendous track record of marketing success at a national and international level, with referrals and recommendations accounting for more than half of its business.
Aligning with these property brands, enables Seeff to provide additional unparalleled exposure. When a seller lists a high-end property with Seeff, it is not only visible to local buyers, but Seeff can provide additional exposure through our partnership with Hamptons International and John D Wood & Co.
For sellers, this provides access to an affluent pool of international buyers. It also provides access to prime real estate in the UK and Europe for buyers and investors. Working with Seeff’s branches and partners provide the comfort that clients are dealing with a top South African real estate group with over six decades experience as a leading player in the industry.
Aside from ensuring insight and guidance into the specific country’s legislative and financial frameworks and requirements, Seeff also has partnerships in place to navigate and facilitate the complexity of foreign exchange and legal compliance.
Currencies Direct for example offers specialist foreign exchange services, ensuring that cross-border payments are secure, cost-efficient, and fully compliant with local and international regulations. By providing competitive rates and efficient transfer solutions, Seeff helps clients save both time and money, effectively removing one of the most common stressors of international property dealings.
Our international branches and strategic partnerships enable Seeff’s clients to easily interact with the right local area experts for an efficient service and transactions. Visit www.seeff.com for more information.
