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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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The state of the economy
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The state of the economy

A reality check from economists at four major banks on the state of South Africa's economy and what this means for homeowners.

9 things to know about the Property Practitioner’s Act
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9 things to know about the Property Practitioner’s Act

Here are nine things you need to know about this important piece of legislation, as a property practitioner.

Atlantic Seaboard's sectional title market keeping pace
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Atlantic Seaboard's sectional title market keeping pace

Estate agents are becoming more positive about a future turnaround in the SA residential property market, particularly the Atlantic Seaboard.

Property Show hits Joburg this weekend
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Property Show hits Joburg this weekend

It's your last chance to get tickets to the Property Show in Joburg this weekend.

How long your home will take to sell
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How long your home will take to sell

The average time your property will be on the market for, in Gauteng and Cape Town.

Future landscape of the property sector
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Future landscape of the property sector

Two property Bills have recently been signed into law. Here's what these mean for the property market..

Staying in - the new trend
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Staying in - the new trend

The global trend of "cocooning" is becoming more popular in South Africa.

Arniston offers excellent holiday homes
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Arniston offers excellent holiday homes

The small fishing village of Arniston is located on the Cape South Coast, close to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa and just two and a half hour’s drive from Cape Town.

Welgedacht and Durbanville more accessible
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Welgedacht and Durbanville more accessible

Upper end prices in security estates such as a Kanonberg and Welgedacht have dropped dramatically recently.