Jacobus van der Merwe
Buy-to-let investment and first-time buyer specialist in Lonehill and Sunninghill.
About
Agent · Licensed 2022
Jacobus joined Meridian in 2022 after a career in financial planning. His background in investment analysis gives him a credible edge when working with buy-to-let investors evaluating yield and capital growth in the Lonehill and Sunninghill markets. He is the agent in the Meridian team most familiar with bond origination, pre-approval processes, and the practical steps that first-time buyers need to navigate. He is still building his deal volume compared to senior agents but his client satisfaction scores are consistently strong.
Specialisation and Areas
Specialisation
Buy-to-let investment, first-time buyers
Areas Served
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Qualifications
- NQF4 Real Estate (EAAB)
- CFP (Certified Financial Planner, lapsed)
Languages
Client Ratings
VEREi Verdict
Jacobus is a solid choice for first-time buyers and investors who want an agent who understands the numbers behind a property purchase. His financial planning background means he can walk you through yield calculations, bond costs, and transfer duty in a way most agents cannot. He is still developing his negotiation edge and his deal volume is lower than the senior agents at Meridian, but his client feedback is consistently positive. For investors buying in Lonehill or Sunninghill, his investment analysis perspective adds genuine value beyond the standard agent pitch.
Recent Transactions
Deals in the last 12 months
Property Type
2-bedroom apartment
Area
Sunninghill
Year
2026
Note
First-time buyer, assisted with bond pre-approval
Property Type
2-bedroom townhouse
Area
Lonehill
Year
2026
Note
Buy-to-let investor
Property Type
1-bedroom apartment
Area
Sunninghill
Year
2025
Property Type
3-bedroom townhouse
Area
Lonehill
Year
2025
Client Reviews
What clients say
2 verified reviews
Thabo M.
February 2026
What I liked
Jacobus helped me understand the full cost of ownership before I committed, including levy estimates, rates, insurance, and bond repayments at different interest rate scenarios. That kind of preparation was exactly what I needed as a first-time buyer.
Problems
He was slower to respond to WhatsApp messages than I expected. Not a dealbreaker but worth noting.
Good to know
If you are a first-time buyer and want an agent who will explain the financial side properly rather than just rushing you to an offer, Jacobus is worth calling.
Heleen B.
November 2025
What I liked
Good market knowledge for Lonehill. Showed me the yield comparison between two complexes I was considering, which helped me make the decision.
Problems
Negotiation could have been stronger. I feel we left some money on the table.
Good to know
Be ready to push on price yourself. Jacobus will support you but is not an aggressive negotiator.
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