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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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Interest rates remain at their current level
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Interest rates remain at their current level

The Monetary Policy Committee announced today at its third meeting of the year that the interest rates would remain unchanged once again.

The perils of rising consumer debt for landlords
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The perils of rising consumer debt for landlords

Like most other consumers in SA, residential tenants are financial pressure and battling to meet all their commitments. This poses a risk for landlords

Rosebank remains a rental hotspot
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Rosebank remains a rental hotspot

Investors in Rosebank property are enjoying excellent returns as continued demand for rentals lead to higher rental prices.

The Property Report Q4 YOY
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The Property Report Q4 YOY

A look at how the South African property market performed in 2016.

Weak economy slows property price growth
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Weak economy slows property price growth

Property statistics from bond originator, ooba, show that house price growth has slowed in the first quarter of 2017 when compared to the same period in 2016.

First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out
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First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out

Rapidly rising prices in the Western Cape is making home ownership for first time buyers increasingly difficult.

Three hip and happening Pretoria East neighbourhoods for young buyers
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Three hip and happening Pretoria East neighbourhoods for young buyers

Hazelwood, Constantia Park and Equestria are three of the best places for millennial buyers in Pretoria to consider.

When the going gets tough, the tough get a warranty
Property Advice

When the going gets tough, the tough get a warranty

If you’re in the market to sell your home, you may be concerned about whether you will be able to sell your home, at the price you want given all the latest economic developments.

10 funky City Bowl apartments
Lifestyle and Decor

10 funky City Bowl apartments

From industrial chic to eclectic style, these apartments show a few of the artsy designs that the City Bowl has to offer.