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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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Landlords cautioned against upfront rental payment
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Landlords cautioned against upfront rental payment

According to a recent press release issued by TPN Credit Bureau, landlords should proceed with caution when prospective tenants offer to pay their rent upfront in cash.

Semigration to boost Cape’s multi-faceted rental market
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Semigration to boost Cape’s multi-faceted rental market

While rental yields will likely remain flat this year, a bumper year is expected for the Cape rental market.

An overview of the rental market in KZN
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An overview of the rental market in KZN

Despite some challenges, the rental demand in many areas of KZN is robust.

Female versus male tenants
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Female versus male tenants

What the stats reveal about the differences between male and female tenants.

Influx of young buyers to PE CBD
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Influx of young buyers to PE CBD

Buyers from around South Africa as well as returning expats are acquiring homes in Port Elizabeth at a great rate.

Pension-backed home loans can be a game-changer
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Pension-backed home loans can be a game-changer

Discover more about the pension-backed housing loan, a new solution in the industry that allows homeownership.

Top-ranked Constantia attracts foreign investors
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Top-ranked Constantia attracts foreign investors

The property professionals take a closer look at what is really happening in the market, what has influenced it most and what they expect from 2020.

Housing market remains resilient
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Housing market remains resilient

House price appreciation seems to be holding its ground, amidst slow economic growth.

Why do tenants move so often?
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Why do tenants move so often?

The results of Just Property’s survey of tenants are in, and landlords and letting agents are in for an eye opener.