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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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The power of Secondary Cities
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The power of Secondary Cities

Secondary Cities, or Intermediate City Municipalities (ICMs) could be a key driver of the real estate market.

Tips for buying and selling property in 2020
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Tips for buying and selling property in 2020

The turn of the decade presents some interesting opportunities within the South African housing market.

Tzaneen property market has lots to offer
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Tzaneen property market has lots to offer

The Tzaneen property market has seen a drastic expansion in recent years, particularly on the residential side.

How homeowners can prepare for extreme weather
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How homeowners can prepare for extreme weather

Extreme weather in South Africa can lead to problems for those who own homes. Here's how to weather-proof your home.

MPC cuts repo rate by 25 basis points
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MPC cuts repo rate by 25 basis points

In its first meeting for 2020, the members of the SA Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted unanimously to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points from 6.5% to 6.25%.

Collaborative consumption – an emerging property trend for 2020
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Collaborative consumption – an emerging property trend for 2020

Expected changes in the real industry in the coming year.

The rising tide of the silver economy
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The rising tide of the silver economy

Baby Boomers are already surpassing Millennials as key influencers for many industries, especially real estate.

Best schooling districts in SA
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Best schooling districts in SA

Whether you have children or not, purchasing near a desirable school district is always a smart investment decision.

Randburg property is blossoming
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Randburg property is blossoming

Randburg properties – especially those located in the areas bordering Sandton – are sought after for many reasons.