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.

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Stay warm, on and off the grid
Lifestyle and Decor

Stay warm, on and off the grid

A the first icy fingers of winter close their grip on SA, thoughts turn towards thick blankets, warm clothes and heaters. But, which is the best heater-type for your family and budget?

Property TV

The affordable housing market in South Africa

Simon Bray talks about the performance and future growth prospects of the South African affordable housing market.

Increase in residential building activity
News

Increase in residential building activity

This increase is being driven by apartments and townhouses.

The world's wealthiest
News

The world's wealthiest

Which cities have the world's wealthiest people, and how does South Africa compare?

Window opening for serious property investors
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Window opening for serious property investors

The tight conditions in the property market at the moment represent some good opportunities for investors with a medium- to long-term outlook.

Take the property plunge and start building equity
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Take the property plunge and start building equity

Young people planning on buying their first home should not get too hung up on interest rates or market cycles, or they might miss out altogether on the advantages of property ownership.

House price inflation declining
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House price inflation declining

According to Lightstone, house price inflation has slowly been declining over the past 12 months.

The Reit sector to consider role in political change
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The Reit sector to consider role in political change

The chairman of the South African Real Estate Investment Trust (Reit) Association, Laurence Rapp, has accepted a challenge to consider what role this sector can play in ushering in new leadership.

Increased transfer duty a cause for concern?
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Increased transfer duty a cause for concern?

The 2016 Budget saw an increase in transfer duty on property over R10 million. What are the implications for the property market?