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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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South African property trends Q4 2017
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South African property trends Q4 2017

Recently released data from RE/MAX reveals the state of the property market in the last 3 months of 2017.

Mixed reaction to interest rate announcement
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Mixed reaction to interest rate announcement

The decision by the South African Reserve Bank to leave the repo rate unchanged at 6.75% has been met with mixed reactions by the property market.

Escaping the rat race: the pros and cons
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Escaping the rat race: the pros and cons

South Africans who are seeking a more leisurely lifestyle often dream of moving out of the city. While the pros are pretty obvious, there are also cons that you may not have thought about.

Rates decision underlines positive prospects for property
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Rates decision underlines positive prospects for property

A stable interest rate environment will further boost the property market, which has started the year in a positive fashion.

Robust year for property and home loans market predicted
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Robust year for property and home loans market predicted

While 2017 was a tough year for South Africa's property market, a more investor friendly climate could give the market a welcome boost this year.

Gauteng driving the first-time home buyer’s market
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Gauteng driving the first-time home buyer’s market

After 2 previous years of decline, the number of first time buyers entering the market has stablised in 2016 and 2017.

Does social media influence the property market?
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Does social media influence the property market?

Social media has become an integral part of our lives. Find out how social media impacts the buying and selling of property.

KZN property market: 2017 recap and 2018 outlook
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KZN property market: 2017 recap and 2018 outlook

Terry Swart, General Manager of Seeff, takes a look back over the property market in KZN in 2017, and gives an outlook on prospects for 2018.

Work begins on Africa’s tallest skyscraper
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Work begins on Africa’s tallest skyscraper

‘The Pinnacle’ in Kenya will usurp Johannesburg’s 223m Carlton Centre as Africa’s tallest building.