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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Should I apply for a 100% bond?
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Should I apply for a 100% bond?

Many buyers are rushing to enter the property market in order to take advantage of low interest rates, but don’t have a deposit saved up. Should these buyers apply for a 100% bond, or wait?

Camps Bay buyers in search of drought-busting homes
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Camps Bay buyers in search of drought-busting homes

Energy and water self-sufficiency are increasingly important factors in home buyers’ choice of property – especially in Cape Town.

How long it takes to sell a house in South Africa currently
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How long it takes to sell a house in South Africa currently

Research has revealed that the average time homes spent on the market decreased in the first three months of this year. This is an encouraging sign that the market is starting to strengthen.

Gauteng remains the hotspot for first-time buyers
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Gauteng remains the hotspot for first-time buyers

First-time home buying weakened nationally in the first three months of 2018, but there were big differences regionally, with Gauteng outperforming other regions significantly.

Cape Town property valuations: an alternative viewpoint
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Cape Town property valuations: an alternative viewpoint

The article entitled ‘City is playing valuations games’ published by the Cape Argus, Swindon Property would like to address key factors and discuss opposing views written in this article.

How to choose a safe apartment
Property Advice

How to choose a safe apartment

Many property buyers choose an apartment for their first property, and while location and size are often considered, security features are often overlooked.

Multi-generational living a growing trend
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Multi-generational living a growing trend

Different generations of the same family are choosing to live under one roof in order to save costs and create a safer environment for family members.

Expert advice for new millennial landlords
Property Advice

Expert advice for new millennial landlords

As homeowners in their 30s move on from their first homes, they face a decision on whether to sell or rent out the property. Here is some advice for those who choose to become landlords.

Home selling due to emigration still high
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Home selling due to emigration still high

Statistics from FNB show that the emigration-related selling was still high in the first three months of 2018, in spite of the improved political and economic outook.