South Africa

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.

Market Industry Private Property South Africa
Demand for buy-to-let properties declined in 2017
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Demand for buy-to-let properties declined in 2017

According the FNB Estate Agent Survey, demand for secondary homes declined for the third quarter in Q4 2017, but the market could see improvement in 2018.

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.

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.

Tenant or landlord, who has more rights?
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Tenant or landlord, who has more rights?

The issue of tenant and landlord rights is a source of frustration for all parties concerned. A well-drafted lease will protect all parties.

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.

South African property market predictions for 2018
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South African property market predictions for 2018

Wondering what the property market will be doing this year? We asked some of the country’s leading experts for their views.

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.

South African Property: looking ahead to 2018
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South African Property: looking ahead to 2018

Adrian Goslett, RE/MAX CEO, looks back at how property performed this year and ahead to next year.