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
Protecting your finances in a no-growth economy
Property Advice

Protecting your finances in a no-growth economy

Find out what can be done to ensure that you can hang on to your existing home – or perhaps even become a homeowner for the first time in the current economy.

Small homes are offering the largest gains
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Small homes are offering the largest gains

Who said size doesn’t matter? Smaller homes are proving to be savvy investments, with greater returns in comparison to medium or large sized homes.

South Africa’s crime hotspots – and how to stay safe
Property Advice

South Africa’s crime hotspots – and how to stay safe

Recently released crime stats show that crime still remains stubbornly high. Here are a few cost-effective security measures that you can implement at your home.

Repo rate decision a timeous spring boost for home buyers
News

Repo rate decision a timeous spring boost for home buyers

Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property group, said that South Africa’s housing market continues to demonstrate maturity and ongoing resilience.

Latest figures point to a troubled economy
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Latest figures point to a troubled economy

A drop in retail sales and new car sales, together with food inflations are signs that the economy is stagnating.

Water woes for Johannesburg residents
News

Water woes for Johannesburg residents

Residents of Johannesburg will be hit with large water bills if they do not stick to the water restrictions that have been imposed by the municipality.

The benefits of multigenerational and dual living homes
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The benefits of multigenerational and dual living homes

Innovative housing solutions, like multigenerational living and dual living, are increasing in demand and proving to be beneficial during tough economic times.

CPT residents prioritise service delivery
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CPT residents prioritise service delivery

In Cape Town, the DA has increased their share of the vote in this year’s local government elections. The growing support is an effort to ensure that efficient service delivery is maintained.

Election results could benefit SA’s property market
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Election results could benefit SA’s property market

The voters have spoken. The onus is now on parties to prove that they can deliver services effectively to the community, and better service delivery can only benefit the property market.