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
What to expect in the housing market in 2018
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What to expect in the housing market in 2018

The country’s residential property market is expected to remain resilient, as there is still healthy appetite for property investment.

Homeowners are holding onto their properties for longer
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Homeowners are holding onto their properties for longer

The length of time South Africans remain in a property has increased as many homeowners wait for the property market to improve before selling.

Repossessed property can no longer be sold on the cheap
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Repossessed property can no longer be sold on the cheap

Until recently homes that had been repossessed could be sold without a reserve price, often to the detriment of homeowners. This is set to change.

Interest rate unchanged: property experts have their say
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Interest rate unchanged: property experts have their say

Private Property CEO, Simon Bray and other leading property figures give their views on SARB’s decision to leave the repo rate unchanged.

Estate agency head predicts buyers’ market for property in 2018
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Estate agency head predicts buyers’ market for property in 2018

The property market has shifted notably over the last 18 months as the fall-out from the weak political and economic climate, poor growth and credit downgrades continue.

High Court ruling has big implications for gated estates
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High Court ruling has big implications for gated estates

A recent court ruling regarding traffic enforcement and movement of domestic workers has set the cat amongst the pigeons as far as estate living goes.

No change in interest rates
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No change in interest rates

The MPC has decided to keep the interest rate unchanged at 6.75%.

Cape Town’s 20 most affordable suburbs
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Cape Town’s 20 most affordable suburbs

Looking for affordable property in Cape Town? These are the suburbs with the lowest asking prices.

Financial tips: How to make your money work for you
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Financial tips: How to make your money work for you

In order to be financially free, you need to manage your money effectively and make it work for you. Here are some tips on how to do that.