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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Commercial property booming in Cape Town’s CBD

Business is booming in the city and key commercial, business and retail nodes are experiencing strong activity

Flat repo rate vital for stability and economic and property recovery
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Flat repo rate vital for stability and economic and property recovery

The decision by the Monetary Policy Committee of the SARB to keep the interest rate at the current level of 7% is a vital boost for stability.

Positive shift in the residential property market
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Positive shift in the residential property market

Although there has been reduced activity in the market recently, Pam Golding CEO, Dr Andrew Golding believes there are signs of recovery.

La Vie Estate: An Opportunity For Investors and Tenants
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La Vie Estate: An Opportunity For Investors and Tenants

Paarl’s growing need for accommodation is creating a huge demand for quality, affordable apartments.

Durbs Comes Out Tops (Again)
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Durbs Comes Out Tops (Again)

Private Property’s hometown has been ranked the top South African city to live in. Here’s why the city offers the best quality of life in the Mzansi.

Don’t lose out when selling your home
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Don’t lose out when selling your home

With the economy and the property market showing sluggish growth, there is the risk that some homeowners will lose money when selling their homes. Here’s how to prevent this.

House prices 2017: it's good news for buyers
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House prices 2017: it's good news for buyers

Growth in property prices is predicted to be slow this year. This is great news for those wanting to get on the property ladder but not so great for those looking to sell.

Are South Africans losing money on their property?
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Are South Africans losing money on their property?

House price deflation occurs when a home owner sells their property for less than they paid for it. This is more likely to happen in a struggling economy. So just how often does it happen?

Dunkeld West is a rental goldmine for investment buyers
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Dunkeld West is a rental goldmine for investment buyers

The strong demand for rental properties in Dunkeld West, one of the major arteries located north of Johannesburg, provides a potentially lucrative opportunity for investment buyers.