News

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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North vs south – rental hot spots in Johannesburg
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North vs south – rental hot spots in Johannesburg

Appropriately priced rental stock is a sure-fire way to attract tenants. But where in Johannesburg is the demand highest?

Pinelands property on the up
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Pinelands property on the up

Pinelands, the original garden city is seeing both young and old move in to the area, as they are attracted to the convenient location and reasonable prices.

What is Private Property's Neighbourhoods about?
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What is Private Property's Neighbourhoods about?

Our CEO Simon Bray explains the Neighbourhoods concept and how you can use it as an investment tool.

Sophiatown and Albertville show strong growth
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Sophiatown and Albertville show strong growth

Buying property in Albertville may be a step up for Sophiatown residents, but each suburb is recording strong price growth thanks to a healthy student market

Check out SA's best Neighbourhoods and win
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Check out SA's best Neighbourhoods and win

Private Property now features the best neighbourhoods in South Africa. Users can find out about neighbourhoods through video, data, pictures and local resident's insight.

A guide to buying and selling
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A guide to buying and selling

FNB has launched a new online step-by-step guide to buying and selling property.

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Interest rate predictions for 2015 in SA

Comparing the interest rates in 2014, with predictions for 2015.

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Factors that influence the property market

The three most important factors that will impact the property market in 2015.

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Trends in the property industry for 2015

The future of the housing market looks positive and consistent.