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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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Trend watch: Garages for electric cars
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Trend watch: Garages for electric cars

With the rise of eco-consciousness, and the ever-rising fuel costs, more and more South Africans are considering the electric car. Here's what you need to know about electric charge points.

Can golf clubs lose their elitist reputation?
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Can golf clubs lose their elitist reputation?

For many years golf was seen as an elitist sport that was out of reach of ordinary people, but new golf estates are making the sport accessible to many more people.

Ferndale a hotspot for first-time buyers
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Ferndale a hotspot for first-time buyers

Ferndale has become a popular hotspot for young, first-time home buyers due to its central location.

Advice for first-time home buyers
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Advice for first-time home buyers

Want to know how to get onto the property ladder? Here are some of the key factors first-time buyers should look out for.

Record R53.8m paid for Cape beach apartment
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Record R53.8m paid for Cape beach apartment

Apartments along the Cape beaches remain among the most desirable and expensive in the country, with many achieving record prices.

Is higher density in residential areas a good thing?
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Is higher density in residential areas a good thing?

As more people flock to urban areas, densification becomes a natural and unavoidable occurrence. Is it a good thing for property, or bad?

How do you correctly price your home for sale?
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How do you correctly price your home for sale?

In order to achieve a quick sale at the best price, it’s important to have the right home pricing strategy in place. Here’s how to determine the right asking price for your home.

German investors maintain strong interest in South African property
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German investors maintain strong interest in South African property

Keen interest shown at an international event in Hamburg has revealed that German investors have a healthy appetite for South African real estate, especially for retirement properties.

How to attract high end tenants
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How to attract high end tenants

The number of tenants looking for upmarket accommodation is rising and landlords who want to target this market should know what they look for in property.