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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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What do you do with your holiday homestay rental property?
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What do you do with your holiday homestay rental property?

Many owners of homestay accommodation (for example Airbnb listings) are considering securing longer leases for their properties.

Tax tips for landlords
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Tax tips for landlords

It's tax season and if you are a landlord, you should make sure your books are up to date. Here's how.

Retail in a post pandemic South Africa - where to from here?
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Retail in a post pandemic South Africa - where to from here?

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the retail landscape in South Africa.

Hosting social distancing gatherings at home
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Hosting social distancing gatherings at home

A few months ago, the South African president announced that people would be allowed to visit friends and family. Here's how to do it safely.

Greater protection of client funds in property rentals
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Greater protection of client funds in property rentals

The importance of a trusted payment service provider in protecting client monies.

REBOSA urges continued vigilance
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REBOSA urges continued vigilance

While South Africa is still on lockdown level 2, the possible move to level 1 does not mean real estate agents should stop following Covid safety protocol.

Private Property’s The Property Show goes virtual - a first for South Africa
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Private Property’s The Property Show goes virtual - a first for South Africa

Private Property today launched the Virtual Property Show aimed at innovatively improving consumer engagement in the property sector.

Top property trend: Remote workers are heading out of town
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Top property trend: Remote workers are heading out of town

More remote workers are moving away from urban living to quiet, smaller towns.

Covid-19 is only one of several factors impacting the rental market
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Covid-19 is only one of several factors impacting the rental market

There are many market influences in the property rental market. Learn how to make the most of them as a landlord.