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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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This Concourt judgement is a big win for real estate
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This Concourt judgement is a big win for real estate

The Constitutional Court has ruled that property owners can no longer be held liable for historical municipal debt on their property.

Things are looking up for first time home buyers
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Things are looking up for first time home buyers

Slow price growth and a recent decrease in the interest rate have seen more first-time buyers enter the market.

Braamfontein becoming more popular with young professionals
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Braamfontein becoming more popular with young professionals

Young professionals who work in the nearby tech companies and innovation hubs are snapping up property in the area in order to live close to where they work.

The reason Rosebank’s property market is expected to keep growing
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The reason Rosebank’s property market is expected to keep growing

Strong demand for residential apartments in Rosebank is predicted to continue in spite of the struggling economy.

How South Africans feel about property in 2017
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How South Africans feel about property in 2017

A survey by ABSA has revealed how South Africans feel about buying, selling, investing and renting property.

What homebuyers can get for R2 million in Gauteng’s top areas
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What homebuyers can get for R2 million in Gauteng’s top areas

For R2 million and even a little less you can buy a lovely home in a sought after area in Gauteng no matter where you choose to live.

Could Atlantic Seaboard rentals hit R200 000 p/m soon?
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Could Atlantic Seaboard rentals hit R200 000 p/m soon?

Considering that Zimbali (KZN, Dolphin Coast) has hit R100 000/month and the Atlantic Seaboard is already at around R170 000/month, then the R200 000/month mark does not seem too farfetched.

10 of the most expensive houses in South Africa
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10 of the most expensive houses in South Africa

These super luxury houses with enormous price tags will induce some serious house envy.

Landlords, these are the best performing rental markets
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Landlords, these are the best performing rental markets

While it might all seem like doom and gloom with regards to the economy, savvy property investors who target the right areas can still get excellent returns.