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SA rentals offer terrific value to foreigners
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SA rentals offer terrific value to foreigners

Upmarket rentals are proving a hit with foreign business executives, diplomats and professionals who are on assignment to this country.

Expropriation Bill - fair or foul?
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Expropriation Bill - fair or foul?

The way in which government is tackling the land reform issue has garnered criticism from all corners and has raised concerns about property rights going forward.

Mall of Africa to open soon
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Mall of Africa to open soon

Johannesburg has earned a reputation for offering a variety of upmarket shopping malls. The Mall of Africa which is set to open its doors at the end of April, looks set to bolster that reputation.

No drop yet in housing demand
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No drop yet in housing demand

In the financial year to end-February, the average price of homes on which new bonds were approved rose by 6,3% to just over R1m.

Mounting risks for residential property market
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Mounting risks for residential property market

The economic and political issues facing the country could have a detrimental effect on the residential property market.

The war of the floor tiles
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The war of the floor tiles

A recent court case has highlighted the fact that while a body corporate has a right to enforce rules, it needs to do so amicably.

The tiny house revolution unpacked
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The tiny house revolution unpacked

Internationally, many are choosing to live in small homes for environmental and financial reasons. Will the trend reach South Africa?

Affordability under pressure
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Affordability under pressure

Rising costs across the board are starting to affect property affordability, according to a recent report.

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Further hike in interest rate not supportive of housing demand

The increased repo rate is unfortunate, given the need to help stimulate growth in SA economy.