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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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A sole mandate helps you sell in a buyer's market
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A sole mandate helps you sell in a buyer's market

Selling in a buyer's market may come with challenges. Here's how to overcome them.

Here’s how using a bond originator can help you get onto the property ladder
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Here’s how using a bond originator can help you get onto the property ladder

Here's how bond originators can help you get the best home loan possible.

Pressure on Prices & Increase in Buyer Interest
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Pressure on Prices & Increase in Buyer Interest

The current economic state has lead to property prices being put under pressure to due a rise in buyer interest.

How to go ‘green’ in a sectional title and keep your levies down
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How to go ‘green’ in a sectional title and keep your levies down

Going green is not only good for the environment, but it can help you spend less money on your levies.

Selling your house before paying off your home loan
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Selling your house before paying off your home loan

Here's our guide on how to sell your home prior to paying off your bond.

Why paying agent commission can lead to greater profits
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Why paying agent commission can lead to greater profits

Real estate agents are an important element of the real estate industry. Here's how agent commission can increase profits.

Cape Town dethroned as strongest market but still boasting pockets of strong growth
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Cape Town dethroned as strongest market but still boasting pockets of strong growth

ABOVE AVERAGE PRICE INFLATION: Suburbs like Paradyskloof in Stellenbosch have continued to enjoy better than average growth, with ongoing demand for properties.

Advice to tenants who can no longer afford their lease
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Advice to tenants who can no longer afford their lease

Many people have lost a significant amount of income and as a result, can no longer afford their rent. Here's what tenants who are in arrears can do:

Rental arrears worsen with further decline expected
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Rental arrears worsen with further decline expected

The current economic climate has lead to an increase in rental arrears, leading to property market growth being affected negatively.