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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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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.

Gauteng driving the first-time home buyer’s market
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Gauteng driving the first-time home buyer’s market

After 2 previous years of decline, the number of first time buyers entering the market has stablised in 2016 and 2017.

Sectional title schemes need to budget for additional water charges
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Sectional title schemes need to budget for additional water charges

With a sliding scale for water consumption, and penalties for high usage, Western Cape body corporates should ensure that each unit in a development is billed fairly and correctly.

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.

Work begins on Africa’s tallest skyscraper
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Work begins on Africa’s tallest skyscraper

‘The Pinnacle’ in Kenya will usurp Johannesburg’s 223m Carlton Centre as Africa’s tallest building.

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.

5 holiday homes to die for
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5 holiday homes to die for

We’ve searched our site and found some of the most exclusive holiday rentals out there. Don’t read any further if you don’t earn at least seven figures.

Huge demand in Mount Edgecombe Retirement Village
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Huge demand in Mount Edgecombe Retirement Village

Over 60% of units in phase one have already been sold in this exclusive retirement estate.

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.