Market

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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Hotel property rise
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Hotel property rise

Hotels are big business – and they come with expenses. But if we said you could earn a net rental yield of R900,000 next year, wouldn’t you read on?

Jozi: a world megacity
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Jozi: a world megacity

A report has looked at the phenomenon of cities around the world with populations of more than 10 million – and Johannesburg is set to become one of them.

End-of-year property sales
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End-of-year property sales

With most people heading off on holiday, property professionals estimate fewer sales this time of year.

Pretoria's waterfront lifestyle proving popular
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Pretoria's waterfront lifestyle proving popular

Demand for waterfront properties in Pretoria and surrounds is growing.

Which areas win and lose in tough economic times?
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Which areas win and lose in tough economic times?

A flight to areas perceived to be of higher quality could be a trend during this period of long term economic stagnation.

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Security estates a negative economic indicator

As the popularity of gated communities increases, how does this effect the South African economy as a whole?

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Sectional title market booming on the West Rand

Recent years have seen large scale development on the West Rand in Gauteng with sectional title properties and gated estates taking over in Ruimsig, Wilgeheuwel and Honeydew.

Steyn City – a mixed use development like no other
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Steyn City – a mixed use development like no other

Steyn City cracks a spot on Gauteng's multi-billion Rand 'mega development' list.

Guidelines on rental income payment
Property Advice

Guidelines on rental income payment

Advice on how to set a rental amount, what could go wrong and what the tax implications of rental income are.