News

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
The perils of rising consumer debt for landlords
News

The perils of rising consumer debt for landlords

Like most other consumers in SA, residential tenants are financial pressure and battling to meet all their commitments. This poses a risk for landlords

Annual RE/MAX coats and cans campaign gets underway
News

Annual RE/MAX coats and cans campaign gets underway

With winter firmly on its way and temperatures dropping, the RE/MAX Foundation is getting ready for its annual Coats and Cans initiative which will run from 15 May up until the 30 June 2017.

The Property Report Q4 YOY
News

The Property Report Q4 YOY

A look at how the South African property market performed in 2016.

Are you up for the Win a Home 2017 Designer Challenge?
News

Are you up for the Win a Home 2017 Designer Challenge?

Budding interior designers are invited to submit their applications to be contestants in the Win a Home 2017 Designer Challenge.

Weak economy slows property price growth
News

Weak economy slows property price growth

Property statistics from bond originator, ooba, show that house price growth has slowed in the first quarter of 2017 when compared to the same period in 2016.

Airbnb is affecting rental prices in South Africa
News

Airbnb is affecting rental prices in South Africa

As more landlords choose to go the Airbnb route, the pool of properties available for long term rentals is shrinking. This has an effect on demand and rental charges.

Three hip and happening Pretoria East neighbourhoods for young buyers
News

Three hip and happening Pretoria East neighbourhoods for young buyers

Hazelwood, Constantia Park and Equestria are three of the best places for millennial buyers in Pretoria to consider.

First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out
News

First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out

Rapidly rising prices in the Western Cape is making home ownership for first time buyers increasingly difficult.

The 10 most expensive areas in South Africa
News

The 10 most expensive areas in South Africa

Exclusivity, location and lifestyle make these 10 areas the most expensive in South Africa per square metre.