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There is nothing stagnant about the property industry and Private Property will keep you in the loop through its dedicated Property News portal. Important elements such as whether it’s a buyers’ or sellers’ market, industry trends, and property news specific to South Africa are covered in this section.

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Joburg property trends this year
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Joburg property trends this year

Want to know what’s in store for Joburg property this year? The experts weigh in.

Bridge City takes shape
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Bridge City takes shape

Development at Bridge City, north of Durban, is gathering momentum with the precinct emerging as a key investment location and a strategic regional precinct and transport hub.

How the market has changed… according to Monopoly
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How the market has changed… according to Monopoly

A look at the South African property market over time, according to the Monopoly board.

Pretoria Property: what to expect in 2016
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Pretoria Property: what to expect in 2016

Pretoria properties in suburbs neighbouring commercial developments and older houses on large properties are set to be in demand.

The Great Trek to the Western Cape is set to continue
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The Great Trek to the Western Cape is set to continue

A strong desire to live in the Western Cape will continue to fuel demand for property in 2016.

Demand for residential property remains buoyant
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Demand for residential property remains buoyant

ooba’s fourth quarter 2015 results continue to show property price growth in excess of inflation but slight dip in home loan approval rates

2016 - Prepare for a bumpy ride
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2016 - Prepare for a bumpy ride

The plunging rand and the effects of one of the worst droughts in living memory will make 2016 a tough year for SA consumers.

Life's a beach in KZN's coastal markets
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Life's a beach in KZN's coastal markets

Both the North and South Coasts of KwaZulu-Natal enjoyed a busy holiday season. But did the influx of visitors have an impact on the local property market?

3D printing to provide the housing solutions of the future?
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3D printing to provide the housing solutions of the future?

3D printing technology is now being applied to homes, which could cause a revolution in the global housing market.