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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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Financing your home using Islamic banking
Property Advice

Financing your home using Islamic banking

Diminishing Musharaka is an alternative way for a business or individual to buy property, and it is open to anyone to make use of.

Sorry Jozi and CT, Durban is SA’s most liveable city
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Sorry Jozi and CT, Durban is SA’s most liveable city

With amazing weather all year round, the warm Indian Ocean, great schools, free-flowing traffic and excellent value for money in the property market, Durban boasts a lifestyle like no other.

What first-time renters will pay in Cape Town
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What first-time renters will pay in Cape Town

The first priority for many young professionals when they start working is to find a place of their own. Here’s what you need to know about renting in Cape Town

New Durban Monopoly highlights prime landmarks and locations
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New Durban Monopoly highlights prime landmarks and locations

Durban’s rightful place on the ‘global map’ has been reaffirmed with the recent launch of the new Durban Monopoly board game.

Cape Town has the 2nd fastest growing luxury property market globally
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Cape Town has the 2nd fastest growing luxury property market globally

Luxury real estate in the Mother City grew 19.9% between 2016 and 2017, making it the second-best performer globally.

Northern Cape housing market boosted by mining revival
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Northern Cape housing market boosted by mining revival

Boom in Northern Cape’s house price growth boosted by commodity rebound and infrastructural improvements

Property buying at different life stages
Property Advice

Property buying at different life stages

As we grow older our needs change and with that, the type of home that is most suitable for us. Here is our advice on choosing the best property at various life stages.

7 reasons to sell your investment property
Property Advice

7 reasons to sell your investment property

Knowing when to sell or hold an asset is a crucial part of investing. With investment property, a number of factors will influence your decision. Here’s what you should consider.

New apartments launch at Sitari Country Estate, Somerset West
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New apartments launch at Sitari Country Estate, Somerset West

Two new apartment complexes, Waterford Place and Paradiso have been launched in the hugely successful Sitari Country Estate, with apartments from only R1 085 500.