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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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Medium term budget sounds warning bells
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Medium term budget sounds warning bells

With the economy in crisis, many South African property owners will have little choice but to hang on to their investments and hope the government’s proposed remedial actions start to gain traction.

The next tier of green homes is Net Zero
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The next tier of green homes is Net Zero

The trend towards more sustainable and operational homes that have an eco- or green-friendly aspect, is escalating.

New 'hipsturbia' trend taking over
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New 'hipsturbia' trend taking over

Millennials are settling down, having kids and moving back to the suburbs just like their parents – but they are creating a new type of suburbia which meets their very different lifestyle needs.

Drones and homes
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Drones and homes

Drones are being seen more and more in residential areas, and not just as an extra-mural activity, but as an add-on value for various business activities.

SA's 'hero' suburbs
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SA's 'hero' suburbs

These suburbs have proved to be a good decision to invest in, regardless of the ups and downs of the property market.

Are you ready to sell?
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Are you ready to sell?

Property buyers are heading back to the market according to recent property market reports, but are you ready to sell?

Soweto is the place for Millennials
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Soweto is the place for Millennials

Stats show that Millennials are choosing Soweto to rent in.

The state of the economy
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The state of the economy

A reality check from economists at four major banks on the state of South Africa's economy and what this means for homeowners.

9 things to know about the Property Practitioner’s Act
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9 things to know about the Property Practitioner’s Act

Here are nine things you need to know about this important piece of legislation, as a property practitioner.