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ABSA Building Statistics
Residential building statistics released by Statistics South Africa for January-February 2009 indicate that the building plans approved for new housing slowed down sharply in some segments of the market, while the construction ...
“Point of maximum pessimism” - Now, gone or coming?
In August 2008 I presented at the Erwin Rode conference in my capacity as CEO of International Property Solutions (IPS).
Comment on Latest Interest Rate Cut
If this week’s decision by the Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee is the start of a dive in interest rates then we’ll all be happy campers.   That seems to sum up the feelings of real estate gurus who say the market needs a ...
Should We Buy Now?
We can now say with certainty that we’re beginning a downward movement in the rate cycle. Although this leaves the economy with room to manoeuvre, with regard to the economic slowdown, it means ...
Solid Rentals in a Down Market
In search of a recession-proof property investment? Experts say the high demand for student accommodation this year will allow it to weather the property downturn.
Market Overview : Township Property
The township property market in South Africa is under strain, but perhaps not as much as suburbs across the rest of the country.
The Karoo – An excellent long-term investment opportunity
Beaufort West has always carried the stigma of a “drive through” town on your way to better places like CapeTown.
Market Overview : Gated Estates
The threat of crime is driving South Africans into gated estates.
Where Manuel lent a hand and let us down
What does Finance Minister Trevor Manuel’s budget mean for your property?
Winner of R10 000 in Private Property Slogan Competition Announced
In December 2008, Privateproperty.co.za launched an online competition to find a new slogan that would appropriately describe the direction the property website has taken in recent months. Starting in December, the competition ...