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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Harfield Village property market bouyant
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Harfield Village property market bouyant

Property prices in the Southern Suburbs rose considerably in recent years, but there are some areas, like Harfield Village that still offer good value.

The affordable property market is outperforming the rest
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The affordable property market is outperforming the rest

The affordable sector makes up more than two thirds of the total volume of properties in South Africa.

Home loan Interest Rates 101
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Home loan Interest Rates 101

Buying a house is one of the biggest decisions in life and, albeit an exciting one, it is not to be taken lightly especially when it concerns home loans, lending rates and repayments.

The main reasons South Africans are selling their homes
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The main reasons South Africans are selling their homes

New data has revealed the key reasons for selling property and what this tells us about the state of the market.

How to renegotiate your bond interest rate with your bank
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How to renegotiate your bond interest rate with your bank

In the current economy many homeowners are looking for ways to reduce expenses. One way to do this is to ask your bank to reduce your home loan interest rate.

These 2 Centurion suburbs offer great value for money
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These 2 Centurion suburbs offer great value for money

Home buyers from all walks of life are drawn to Amberfield and Raslouw because of their accessible property prices and value for money homes.

Kidfluence: How kids affect property buying decisions
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Kidfluence: How kids affect property buying decisions

Studies have shown that millennial parents are placing increased value on their children when it comes to making purchases

How South African feel about property right now
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How South African feel about property right now

Research by a leading bank has revealed that property market sentiment declined further in the third quarter of 2018.

Estate living doesn't always mean lower insurance premiums
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Estate living doesn't always mean lower insurance premiums

Our current economy has us all saving pennies. But, will moving to a security estate automatically lower your insurance premiums?