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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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Property industry reacts to latest interest rate hike
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Property industry reacts to latest interest rate hike

South Africa’s latest rate hike raises affordability concerns, but property leaders still see resilience in the housing market.

How interest rates influence home loans in South Africa
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How interest rates influence home loans in South Africa

Understand how SARB interest rate changes can affect bond repayments, affordability and the property market.

How to identify property investment opportunities before everyone else
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How to identify property investment opportunities before everyone else

Learn how to identify property investment opportunities early by spotting demand shifts, infrastructure growth and emerging market trends.

Interest rate cut welcomed by property industry
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Interest rate cut welcomed by property industry

Today's announcement by the MPC of a 0.25% interest rate decrease brings heightened confidence to the property sector.

Interest rate drop in May 2025
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Interest rate drop in May 2025

Industry leaders share insights on how South Africa’s latest interest rate cut impacts property buyers, sellers, and the broader real estate market.

Interest rate cut: South Africa
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Interest rate cut: South Africa

Rate cut welcomed, but economy needs more, says Seeff.

Why interest rates really matter
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Why interest rates really matter

RE/MAX SA explains how interest rates on a home loan can affect both your monthly budget as well as your long-term financial future.

Interest rate unchanged: Property experts react
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Interest rate unchanged: Property experts react

20 March 2025: The MPC has kept the repo rate at 7.5% and prime lending rate at 11%, citing global market uncertainty and the upcoming VAT hike in May as key factors.

How to use a bond calculator and secure a good home loan
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How to use a bond calculator and secure a good home loan

Try our bond calculator now and get accurate bond repayment estimates and make smarter financial decisions.