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Property subdivision on the rise
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Property subdivision on the rise

As densification and demand for homes in certain areas increases, so does property subdivision.

Poor municipal performance could hurt at the polls
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Poor municipal performance could hurt at the polls

A recent survey has revealed SA’s best and worst performing municipalities. Could poorly run municipalities be punished in next year’s elections?

Increased demand doesn't translate into higher property prices
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Increased demand doesn't translate into higher property prices

The stock shortages in many parts of SA are allowing property prices to grow steadily. This does not however mean that sellers should overprice their homes.

SA’s 10 most expensive suburbs
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SA’s 10 most expensive suburbs

The most exclusive areas in the country, according to the latest statistics.

Interest rate increase of 25 basis points
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Interest rate increase of 25 basis points

The Reserve Bank has once again announced at today’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting that the interest rates would increase by a further 25 basis points.

Repo rate increase 'ill-timed'
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Repo rate increase 'ill-timed'

With inflation within the target range, a sluggish economy and the country experiencing the worst drought in decades, the MPC's decision to further increase the repo rate was ill-timed

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Stock and parking shortages in Durban Central

It’s not surprising that apartment blocks are in increasing demand as people flock to South Africa’s urban centres looking for job opportunities and affordable accommodation.

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Residential property remains stable in Pretoria North

The state of the market in Pretoria North remains stable and stock is available particularly in the stand-alone sector.

Transport in Sandton still an issue
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Transport in Sandton still an issue

While the City of Joburg’s Ecomobility Festival can be termed a success from an organisational perspective, true transport alternatives have not been established for the majority of commuters.