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
Agent Advice

What does declining consumer confidence mean for real estate?

The  2nd quarter Consumer Confidence Index reading of -15, was the lowest level in this index since the 4th quarter of the year 2000, and represented a significant drop from the prior quarter’s ...

News

Interest rate predictions for 2015 in SA

Comparing the interest rates in 2014, with predictions for 2015.

News

Factors that influence the property market

The three most important factors that will impact the property market in 2015.

Property Advice

The biggest areas of property growth in 2015

Where the most improvement will occur in the property industry in 2015.

News

Trends in the property industry for 2015

The future of the housing market looks positive and consistent.

Are you really ready to buy?
Property Advice

Are you really ready to buy?

There are many economic factors that determine whether it's a good time to investment in property or not.

Rest in peace - and safety
News

Rest in peace - and safety

Honouring the dead has long played an important role in society. One but only need refer to Scotland’s ancient burial mounds, Egypt’s pyramids and the tombs of the Incas for evidence of the importance placed on such matters. Not ...

How to stay secure when the lights go out
Property Advice

How to stay secure when the lights go out

It’s no secret that South Africa is plagued by crime. Recent statistics show that homeowners are most vulnerable between 5am and 9am and 5pm and 9pm. Unfortunately, criminals now appear to be coinciding their activities with ...

News

It's time to tighten those belts

South Africans across the board are finding that they are having to tighten their belts quite substantially as the cost of living continues to soar. Escalating food costs, the ever increasing price of fuel and some crippling ...